#querytip You're not. Ever. Don't be that guy! #ReasonsYourBookWasRejected "Don’t assume that you are the excepti... goodreads.com/quotes/7316558…

.#1 reason Ur Book was Rejected: the writing is crap. So research, hone your craft, and learn. #querytip Thx to @LZats 4 the reading tip!

If we've met at a conference, don't forget to mention WHERE we met when you follow up with me. #QueryTip https://t.co/z9r5WfC9WA

#querytip Don't send random samples from all over ms- if sub guide asks for first 5-10 pgs-we are trying to assess writing and flow.

Writers preparing to query, here's a new interview where I give some in-depth advice on that process: writeforapples.com/2015/10/querys… #querytip

The literary agents at Kimberley Cameron & Associates will personally critique your query letter: writersonlineworkshops.com/courses/agent-… #querytip

Don't start your #query with a rhetorical question. The answer will always be no. #querytip

Seeing a lot of queries that quote the length in number of pages. Don't do that! It's always in number of words. #querytip

#Querytip your query, like your pages should show me why I should want to read. Telling me that there's a hook on every page doesn't entice

#querytip Seeing a lot of queries lately that are on my "not interested in" list. It is important to do your homework when querying agent.

#querytip I like to receive queries directly from #writers, not writer services on behalf of. Save your money :)

#querytip 1K+ queries in inbox - 3 agents -we skim the email subject for our names. Yours will be missed if not addressed to specific agent.

Unless you're querying me for personal reasons, I don't need to know you found me via our website/WD. Open w/ your pitch instead. #QueryTip

Just got a query with "fwd" in the subject line. Nope. #querytip #QueryFail

"This novel will apply to readers of all ages." Okay, maybe, but where would it be shelved in a bookstore? THAT'S your genre. #querytip

Got burning questions for literary agents? Ask on the Q&A session: writersonlineworkshops.com/courses/agent-… #askagent #querytip #writetip #pubtip

I've said this before: passes are nothing against YOU. Most of YOU are lovely. If your book is not a fit, it's not a fit. #querytip

Editors & agents talk. Agents talk to other agents. Editors talk to other editors. Catch more flies with honey, ya know? #querytip #lifetip

If you have an author website, twitter, etc., it's helpful to include that in your query. Below your signature is a great spot! :) #querytip

No need to "pre-query" agents, asking if they want to see your query about X. Send the query & we use that to properly assess. #querytip