How to Write a Great Query Letter bit.ly/1vk9tzI via @GirlFridayProd #querytip #pubtip

Yes, it's this simple! There's a formula! "How to Write a Great Query Letter" girlfridayproductions.com/2015/02/how-to… #querytip via @GirlFridayProd

Always start your query w/ character. Give me a person to care about. When queries start w/ worldbuilding, I feel lost & tune out. #querytip

Lying in your query is really, really, really stupid. The Internet reveals all. #querytip

No agent is far better than a bad agent. #querytip

#querytip: you don't need a pen name. We'll discuss it when you get the book deal, right now it's premature & comes off as alter-ego fantasy

Help me help you. Help ME help YOU! #querytip #JerryMaguire #agenting #ShowMeTheMoney

YES! It won't end well! MT @jawlitagent Your agent should be your biggest fan. Don't settle for one who thinks you're just okay. #querytip

When you suggest an age range for your work, keep it realistic. 2-3 years usually works. #querytip

If you're going to query an agent -- please send a query. #querytip

Please guys if your book's a thriller about CIA/arms-dealers/rogue army guys/international geo-political whatever it's not for me!
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Your query should only be one page. Period. #querytip

If you must title-drop in your query: correct = "It's like x meets y." incorrect = "It's like best sellers a, b, c, only better." #querytip

You CAN'T hook me w/ a gimmicky query. Write it from your POV, not a character's. Send a business letter. Concise & ABOUT ur story #querytip

Spend 5 minutes on worldcat.org, save yourself from becoming a loud rant to @LoveableLines in my office. Everyone wins. #querytip

#querytip If you say something makes your project stand out, make sure it's actually unique, not something I see multiple times each day.

I don't need to be tricked or coaxed into giving your query careful consideration, just tell me what you've got #querytip

Show you respect an agents time by getting down to business right away in your query. #querytip

Please apply the feedback you've been getting on your opening pages across your entire manuscript. Why wouldn't you? #querytip #writetip

From the blog archive: Why your query letter needs a great hook. bit.ly/VQsHRA #querytip #querying