Hard truth (a short 🧵): I have to reject really amazing sounding books everyday. Think about it this way, if you were handed 100+ books a week (every week) could you realistically read them all? … #QueryTip #WritingCommunity

Honestly, that's a bit long no matter what. I'd seriously look at either editing down toward 100 as far as possible or seeing if it can really be 2 books. FYI #querytip

#writetip #querytip #amwriting
Start your story clearly. Confusion can be a strong mood to start some scenes, but in your first pages, your reader needs to anchor into a distinct sense of place& character w/ as few speed bumps as possible. Be decisive. Show through voice&opinion.

This includes Kindle Unlimited, and sometimes even platforms like Wattpad. You can't acquire a book FOR publication if the book IS published, my pals. #QueryTip

I'm sitting down to read 50 queries + Tweet some of the positive thoughts I have while reading. #amquerying is TOUGH, and I want you to know what things hit in a good way whether it leads to a request or rep or not. #querytip
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#amquerying #QueryTip
Friendly reminder that I will not open query attachments sent to my inbox, especially if they do not have anything in the body, and especially especially if I am closed.

Great tips for the author bio in a query letter.
I know I love to read about how the author is connected to the work ❤️ or what inspired the story.
#QueryTip #AmQuerying #WritingCommunity

#QueryTip for Author Bios

Don't be afraid to be yourself.
If you are new, don't worry. A debut is desirable.
Everyone is looking for the next best thing.
It could be you!

Best of luck, #amquerying!

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#QueryTip for Author Bios

Whatever you include in your bio, be truthful. Don’t embellish or stretch the truth. (Agents will know. They will check.)

It's okay to simply say: "I am a writer based in [location]. [TITLE] is my first novel."

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#QueryTip for Author Bios

Add a clever, memorable last line about yourself that ties you to your story.

Ex. "Like [CHARACTER], I fought in a Golden Gloves championship against a boxer who would later go pro. I lasted a minute and 36 seconds before she broke my nose."

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#QueryTip for Author Bios

If you have education that is pertinent to your writing, include it. If not, don’t (and don’t worry).

If you have experience that is pertinent to your writing, include it. If not, don’t (and don’t worry).

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#QueryTip What to include in an author bio when querying a #fiction project:

A few sentences about you
A last sentence that connects you to your project
All written in a way that showcases your writing

Here are some quick tips to get you started... 🧵

Today is the day!!! I am opening my inbox! 🥰 Be sure to check out my newest manuscriptwishlist.com and then submit at my bio link

So excited to see some lovelies!
#amquerying #querytip #amagenting

A friendly request: I do not mind when people requery me with the same project after they’ve made changes but I do kindly ask that you make a note of the changes you made in the query letter.
Thank you!
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#QueryTip Log Line Example

Two teen girls on a college tour road trip get stranded in a haunted motel room that is trying to kill them

A GUIDE TO THE DARK, by @MeriamMetoui (YA)

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#QueryTip Log Line Example

Two polar opposite sisters must come together to tell an epic bedtime story that will calm their crying baby sister, so they can finally all get some sleep.

THE STORY SPINNERS, by @CassFederman (MG GN)

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#QueryTip Log Line Example

A brief look at underwear throughout the ages, exploring strange underwear materials, uses, and trends—as modeled by chickens.

A HISTORY OF UNDERWEAR WITH PROFESSOR CHICKEN, by @HannahWHolt, illustrated by @KorwinBriggs (NF PB)

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#QueryTip How a Log Line Will Serve You

For your deal announcement. (Hooray!)
As a description in your book contract (Also hooray!)
At cocktail parties + other events
When you finally land that coveted TV interview. Or PW. Or NY Times. Or NPR. (A thousand times hooray!)

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#QueryTip Why Write a Log Line?

It’s important to be able to pitch your story in a single sentence

Hint: If you can’t, then the project might be overly complicated, abstract, or not fully formed. (aka your draft is too early for prime time)

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#QueryTip: Log Line Formula

When [the inciting incident happens], [the protagonist] must [achieve the objective], or risk [the stakes], before [ticking clock].

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