It is never a good idea to send your first draft to anyone. Step away for a bit and come back and reread it. You'll be glad you did. #pubtip

Who should see various drafts of your book? i.e. Don’t ever send your first draft to an editor or publish it. #pubtip

If you say in a query "I’m a big fan of many of the authors you represent" to a newly acquiring agent, your flattery will not go far #pubtip

If you don't finish your book, no web site, social media, blog or PR is going to sell it to readers. Focus on writing above all. #pubtip

If you're working on a novel opening, come give us a listen! #amwriting #writetip #pubtip

After tonight's rquery reading my biggest takeaway is this: writers, know the appropriate word count for the genre you write in. #pubtip

So. True. The road to publication is not a race. (Says the impatient person here.) Always remember this guys. #pubtip

The Elusive Value of PR as a Book Marketing Tactic thewritelife.com/pr-as-a-book-m… via @thewritelife #pubtip

Here is your monthly reminder: do not respond to rejections. #pubtip

I know PEOPLE capitalize NAMES in queries because it's LIKE screenplays but it looks RANDOM and WE DON'T need TO do that anyMORE. #pubtip

If you self-published your book and are now looking for an agent, make sure you include your sales figures in your query. #pubtip

If an agency doesn't have anything on their website about being closed to queries, you can assume they're open to them. #pubtip

Querying is a lot like applying for a job. You show your professionalism by giving the agent everything they ask for upfront. #pubtip

Common query mistake = too much backstory in the query.
Common mistake in manuscripts = too much backstory in the manuscript.
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I have received two queries today for adult fiction works under 25K words. People. Do you your research. Word Counts matter #monday #pubtip

Not all books are pitched to the New York Times for reviews...nor should they be. Publicists tailor their pitches and submissions. #pubtip

Have heart, writers. Many, many writers had the same start and became huge successes. You only need one YES. #writingtips #pubtip #amwriting

The most difficult reaction an agent can have to a manuscript is not dislike or even hate but ambivalence. #pubtip #amreading

So many query letters we get are dry, awkward business letters. This is the place to sell yourself as a great writer. #pubtip

If you're going to use em dashes, do so sparingly! #pubtip