#querytip I see no reason to start querying a MS before it's finished. What if I love the first pages and want to read the whole thing?

Keep this in mind if you're writing YA! #querytip #amwriting #pubtip

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I know my interests. I'm glad you found me. But focus on how your novel fits into that & snag me with YOUR own words, not mine. #querytip

Read the first line of a partial manuscript & had to have the full. Sometimes one line is all it takes. #querytip

Once a stranger understands what you are trying to pitch,an agent may as well. That's when you send out your query. #agentlife #querytip <2>

#amquerying? Take a look at this successful query for Sad Perfect by @stephanieelliot bit.ly/2fpIQv6 #querytip

As a querier, I'd never grant an agent an exclusive.If they wanted it badly enough, they'd make a move. One exception:Specific R&R #querytip

An oldie, but a goodie: bit.ly/1lGryY4. How to be the kind of writer an agent will want to rep #tiptuesday #querytip

ICYMI: last week's #MondayBlogs: 5 Reasons for “Quick Pass” on a Query Letter bit.ly/2g89Fpq #querytip

#querytip "Primary function of a cover letter is to prove you're not a crazy person." Yessss. #SYWTBAA

Had an agent & it didn't work out for various reasons? How to say it: 'Formerly represented, but have parted ways amicably.'" #querytip

#querytip I'll say it again: if you're just going to cut and paste my name into a form query letter, at least make sure it's the same font.

The webinar includes a 90 minute presentation and Q&A session + a critique of the first chapter of your manuscript! #pubtip #querytip

Don't submit you book to me if it's been self-published. Unless you've sold thousands+ paid copies. #querytip

Be sure to double check which genres an agent represents. #querytip

#querytip Don't start your manuscript with your protagonist waking up.

#querytip Writers please tell what your story is about. I don't get anything from you telling me "stuff happens" or "the MC learns a lesson"

A VERY important read -- especially since I've noticed a lot of queries with astronomically high word counts lately. #querytip #pubtip

5 Reasons Agents “Quick Pass” on a Query Letter carlywatters.com/2016/11/07/qui… #MondayBlogs #querytip