I’m just going to go out on a limb an say: please feel free to round up to the 100 on your word count estimates. #querytip

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✔️ Through submission guidelines. 🎉👍🏼💯 #querytip

Please don't do these things: bit.ly/1OaQGjo #querytip #tooclosetohome

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Insulting a client in a query is a bad idea. I like my clients. I love their work. That's why they're my clients. You won't be. #querytip

So far, most common query mistakes: 1. Abstract/vague story/plot/stakes. 2. What is driving the main character, external+internal? #querytip

#QueryTip = frustrating to ask for sample pages and *then* find out the submission isn't one I'd consider.

#QueryTip = I don't personally rep books that have been previously published but many agents do.

#QueryTip = if you are querying for a novel that has been previously published, please include that info in the query.

"Attached is query letter, brief synopsis, & first chapters" is NOT the correct way to query anyone. #querytip

#querytip I find it creepy when I receive a query written in the voice of the character. Is this a thing now? Don't do this #creepy

#querytip want to turn an agent off? Tell us how much $$ your story will make us & provide a link for us to follow in order to read your sub

So which agent did you carefully research out of the 80 on mass email? #querytip Don't do this.

Never ever, ever, EVER compare your book to Harry Potter in your query. #querytip

Do not call an agent regarding your query or submission. We're busy working with clients, editors, conferences, contracts, etc. #querytip

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ICYMI: The Most Important Part of Any Query Letter bit.ly/1RNVDmT via @MsMariaVicente #querytip

Referencing comparable titles is great, but v. expected or predictable comps can make your book fade into a sea of similar queries #querytip

I love GRACELING, Tamora Pierce, Laini Taylor, Sarah Maas, Leigh Bardugo but see LOTS of queries w/ these comps--maybe use others. #querytip

****Received a perfectly written query letter last night. Followed publishing protocol. Nice! #querytip