Literary Agent
#querytip Sometimes I pass on projects that I think are good and sellable, but I know I'm not the right advocate for it.
Literary Agent
#querytip I'm seeing a lot of storylines that have too much build-up. Try to jump right into the tension of the story.
Literary Agent
#querytip I will comb through my query inbox and star anything that simply looks good just by the subject line.
Literary Agent
#querytip Don't be afraid to personalize your query for the agents you want. Make sure it's short and sweet.
Literary Agent
#querytip Think of a strong title for your project and subject your query email with the title in all CAPS.
Literary Agent
#querytip How unique is your main character?
Literary Agent
#querytip No filters on your submissions email account. It keeps me from requesting your work.
Literary Agent
Also, I am a man. #querytip
Literary Agent
That reminds me: I am NOT an agent. I cannot sell your manuscript. Query via the appropriate channels. #querytip
Literary Agent
If you have more than one manuscript, it would be best to query only ONE work at a time. #querytip
Literary Agent
Please remember to include your name and contact information in your query. #querytip
Literary Agent
Literary Agent
Please be sure to use an easy to read font. #querytip
Literary Agent
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Literary Agent
#querytip Focus on the ONE book you want the agent to read. It's not a selling point that you have other unpublished mss on your shelf...
Literary Agent
An intriguing title is as important as an intriguing first sentence. Just saying. #querytip
Literary Agency
View @Michrichter1's submission guidelines here: forewordliterary.com/foreword/micheā¦ #querytip
Literary Agency
#querytip @Michrichter1 has a soft spot for stories in and about Boston/Massachusetts, Ireland, and Russia
Literary Agency
Send @Michrichter1 non-fiction: fashion, film, television, science, medicine, sociology/social trends, & economics #querytip