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

You've sold your first book. Now what? Here are some tips for after the call. #pubtip

Reminder: It just takes one yes. #pubtip #thisisahappysubtweet

"There's a fine line between micromanagement and quality control." #pubtip @MNBookPub

If you sign multi-book contract, consider the in between work (edits, promo) for each book when picking deadlines. Padding is vital. #pubtip

If you want to see if your book has strong hooks and conflict, try boiling it down to a tweet and see if it sounds intriguing. #pubtip

An enticing, succinct book blurb can be one of your most valuable tools to sell your book. Every book should have one early on. #pubtip

Some thoughts on different types of editor responses to submissions. #pubtip

15 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Publishing a Book observer.com/2017/05/15-thi… #pubtip

Caveat: Not all movies are actually good at developing conflict, so exercise caution. #pubtip

If you're struggling with conflict in your writing, look at your favorite movies. What can you learn about conflict from them? #pubtip

Active vs Passive Voice #writetip #writechat #amwriting #amediting #pubtip #LitChat #EdChat