Just posted a #pubtip on the Greyhaus Literary Agency FB page. Work on that confidence!

#pubtip Find your voice. Don't copy the voice of another author.

Writers, when I talk about loving books that are "conversation starters" this is exactly what I mean: bsl.io/kEK #pubtip

Good morning, all! What's everyone up to so far? I'm working on emails and some queries. #pubtip Pls don't ask for feedback about your query

#PubTip = advances aren't paid all upfront - they are paid in chunks that can stretch over years. Budget responsibly!

#PubTip = KEEP a copy of your publishing contract (and know where it is).

I mention the #pubtip b/c it's amazing how often, over the past 20 yrs, I HAVE encountered suspicion & paranoia. Nobody stealing your idea!

Here's a #pubtip. Once you're in query/submission process, set aside suspicion & paranoia--*if* you've researched the agency and it's legit.

I know that may seem nitpicky (if it made sense, condensed 140). But I honestly think it's a sign of less immediacy in *some* cases.#pubtip

2/2 #pubtip It reads as less immediate, less deep pov, using "as" or "while" in opening sentence. Clunky, too. Aim for more dynamic opening.

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SFF writers! Avoid made-up words in your title. If the title's hard to remember, the submission won't stick. #pubtip

If you're subbing to agents or editors use a prof email addy. Don't req any 'verification' to answer you. #pubtip #takestoolong

The latest The Write Shadow Times! paper.li/TheWriteShadow… Thanks to @msheatherwebb @sonyahuber @JamesLeeSchmidt #pubtip #amwriting

A lot of MG in my slush pile today under 20k words. This is too short. Gives me pause. Usually gets a rejection. #pubtip #querytip

Because their quick read means you had a great pitch, that they were excited and interested. Not that they didn't read your work.#pubtip 2/2

Here's a #pubtip. If an agent or editor read something quickly, then pass, don't complain that they didn't "really read it." 1/2

Great read for pb writers! #pubtip

Don't miss it! "How to get an agent" PLUS: I critique everyone's query letter. Sign up for my 8/11 webinar bit.ly/23azNht #pubtip

Here's a #pubtip. If you query or submit to me, & you write as, say, D.B. Cooper, pls sign as Daniel. I want to know name