Literary Agent
Literary Agent
nonfiction #querytip: if you mention your substack/newsletter, the number of subscribers is an extremely helpful metric to include
Editor
The synopsis is arguably the most important element when querying (with me) #querytip
Literary Agent
I know the constant rejection can feel demoralizing, but please don't insult agents who reject you. I often request new MSs from people whose previous queries I rejected. But if you call me nasty names or insult me, I'm just going to ask you not contact me again. #QueryTip
Editor
"How do I know a publisher/agent is right for me and my books before I query with them?"
Read the "about us" page and look at their current catalogue. Do they publish books you would compare to yours? Same genre and target audience? Are they active on social media? #querytip
Editor
Tip to write a great synopsis: write a couple of sentences for each chapter, don’t worry about writing big paragraphs for your entire book; it’s easier to break it down per chapter and then merge it. #writingtip #querytip
Literary Agent
For those following along at home, I'm at 730 queries so far in the month of March. I've answered everything through March 16th (over 600). About 100 or so are unread—the influx has slowed to a more normal pace, thankfully. #WritingCommunity #querytip
Literary Agent
Query tip: Economy of words in a small space. Remove unnecessary passive voice from your query summary so that every word contributes to relaying your story & your sentences have a nice, tight flow. #WritingCommnunity #writingadvice #writers #amquerying #amediting #querytip
Literary Agent
Vagueness is the enemy in a query letter. If you bring up obstacles, tell us what they are, if you make bold statements, clarify them with details. We have to read letters so swiftly, and it's easier to comprehend if you are specific. #querytip
Literary Agent
Quick #querytip: When sending requested materials, save the file name similar to LastName_DOCUMENTNAME_Full so I can find it in my files. Names like 10pgs.doc may get shuffled in the mix and overlooked if I can't find your last name on my ereader. Kthxbai
Editor
R_adineh @R_Adineh
@LisaGreenEdito2 What are the features of the first chapter of the book that attracts you to the book?So this question deserves an entire workshop. I have one on this LOL, but the biggest thing I can say in a tweet is to make sure you've edited, had other eyes on it, and it's well written and relevant/necessary to the story. It's a promise to the reader #querytip #asktheeditor
Literary Agent
Perhaps start thinking of querying as "query and pages" instead of just query letter. I'm seeing some writers only referring to the query and acting like it's the end all be all and, for many agents, it's not
#amquerying #querytip
Literary Agent
Noticing some interesting writer thoughts today so to clarify a couple things:
Querying works. End of day, it's the most dependable
Querying isn't always just a query. Many ask for some sample pgs and/or synopsis
#amquerying #querytip
Literary Agent
Check out the @belcastr YouTube for our newest video: Agent Expectations - What Can an Agent Do or Not Do?
youtube.com/watch?v=wq9mx7…
Big thanks to @annmrose and @evascalzo for joining in and answering questions!
#amagenting #querytip #amquerying #writingcommunity #amwriting
Literary Agent
I've been catching up on queries and submissions this evening. One thing I'm noticing a lot of is queries without an actual blurb. Tell us what's *happening* in the book, not what the themes or takeaways are. Not sure how? Read the jacket copy of your favorites #QueryTip
Literary Agency
Always make sure to query in batches and to keep a positive mindset. Success doesn’t come overnight!✨
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#writingtip #editing #editingtip #literature #reading #book #books #authors #Writingcommunity #WritingLife #query #querytip #querymotivation
Literary Agent
Hey all! So, since I'm having surgery next week and will be pretty mia in the query box due to it, I'm closing to queries for a bit starting Monday so I can be sure to catch up.
Send in those queries now!
#amagenting #querytip #amquerying #WritingCommunity
Other
There's no secret trick to getting to the top of our slush pile. Sometimes it really comes down to whether or not we find these "errors" in your manuscript. #querytip
Editor
Here's a big #querytip for you from #asktheeditor
If you've already queried me, UNLESS you've significantly revised the manuscript (& I've signed some so that's a real thing), please don't try again thinking I'd forget, or worse yet, forget to track who you've queried already
Literary Agent
As an agent who wants writers to succeed (what agent doesn't?), don't let No discourage you. My No could be someone else's Yes. It doesn't mean I hate your writing. It's not personal. I've been on the other side of the fence. It's hard. I get it! Stay with it. #writinglife #MSWL