#PubTip = send a press release to your alma mater when it's time for book release. Many colleges host newsletters, graduate spotlights, etc.

#pubtip pet peeve: hiding the MC in the opening pages. Does it really help to withhold names/use vague pronouns? No. No, it does not.

#PubTip = wanna make t-shirts and mugs based on your book? Make sure you own commercial/ merchandising rights first (you should, but check!)

All good tips here, especially #5. "Show don't tell" applies to queries as well. #pubtip twitter.com/WritersDigest/…

Don't pick whackadoo names for your characters. Theres a fine line between interesting and ridiculous. #pubtip

Dear Queriers: You don't need to format your e-query like a formal letter, with the date and my mailing address. Save space and nix. #pubtip

"I'll read your query in December. If you'd like to be read next week instead, I can do that for $50" = this is a SCAM! #agents #pubtip

"I'd love to offer you representation and my editing services cost $100 a month" = this is a SCAM! #agents #pubtip

In your book proposal, instead of promising how great/moving/hilarious your book will be, have the writing in the proposal be that. #pubtip

#pubtip "If you want to appeal to the masses, make sure you appeal to the one. If you try to write with everybody... goodreads.com/quotes/7315232…

Found 42 queries in spam filter 'cuz writer misspelled my name. NOTE: Sara, not Sarah. Query address = saraquery@ktliterary.com #pubtip

Don't use more words than needed when describing something. #pubtip twitter.com/im_tommypickle…

ICYMI: 5 Questions with Literary Agent @carlywatters bit.ly/1GoklYc via @GirlFridayProd #pubtip

If an editor or agent req a ms at a conference, don't take too long to submit, or it may not be what they're looking for any longer. #pubtip

"Crafting a Novel’s Pitch: 7 Tips + GIVEAWAY!" Guest Post by @ChuckSambuchino wp.me/p1EorO-1AM #MondayBlogs #pubtip

#PubTip = published authors clearly list conference attendance on your website. Great example = @JasonMHough here: jasonhough.com/events/index.h…

Agents get passes too when editors say no. Editors get passes when an author goes with another publisher. We all have to move on! #pubtip

Trying to get ahead of the slushpile at KC&A? Take our @WritersDigest Bootcamp course: writersonlineworkshops.com/courses/agent-… #askagent #writetip #pubtip

"We work with writers because we want to get them published. We don't like wasting time." - agent @LZats #FWA2015 #pubtip

"Don't use comic sans. It's not just a #pubtip, it's a life tip." - @LZats #FWA2015