Polishing Your Submission Packet For Querying Hello Authors! When I was in the query trenches, I found there were a lot of things I wished I’d known early in my query journey. Now that I’m an associate literary agent (as of July 3rd, 2024!), I…

If you're querying, this guide by agent @AmyNielsen06 is a must-read. She breaks down exactly what she wants to see in your query, first pages, and synopsis. amynielsenauthor.com/2023/10/02/polishing-your-submission-packet-for-querying
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My top 3 #SubmissionTips

1️⃣ Make sure your first chapter introduces an element that hooks the reader.
2️⃣ Your query should clearly communicate stakes, voice, and what makes your story unique.
3️⃣ Revise and polish before submitting—show your best work.

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We're always going to love good voice.

We're always going to love clear stakes and a good conflict.

It doesn't matter what's trending.

Your book exists in its own world. Write it anyway.

As many of our agent friends say: There's always room for awesome.

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Struggling with cold queries to agents? Discover Alle's #1 tip for success!

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Please bring any and all #questions. I look forward to chatting with you!

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Choosing comps that accurately reflect your novel lets an agent know that you know the market and where your book might fit! 

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Strong writing still gets rejected when the market positioning isn’t clear. Here’s how literary agents actually evaluate queries... and why packaging matters as much as prose. www.storytellertalent.com
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Agents reject strong writing every day for one reason: unclear market positioning. Here’s how agents actually evaluate queries… and how to pass the 10-Second Test. Comment LITERARY AGENT for more or www.StorytellerTalent.com.
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Querying = dating. Most authors get ghosted because they don’t understand how agent volume actually works. Here’s the accurate, data-backed strategy for getting noticed. Comment LIT AGENT for more... #litagent #literaryagent #querying #amquerying #querytips

To query or not to query in December? 🎄

Two schools of thought: (1) Just get in line! (2) Wait for January when agents return refreshed with clearer list goals.

Also consider your own psychology—if you'll obsess over commas, spend December editing. ❄️ #QueryTips

QueryTracker's data on 2 million queries reveals exactly when and how to submit for maximum agent response. Here are the numbers. Comment LIT AGENT for more details.
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"Sometimes being too close to your story is what's killing your chances. Here's how to see your manuscript the way agents do..."
- Kayla Bramante, Literary Agent
Storyteller Talent Agency
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Is your pitch compelling? Does it:
✍🏼Convey plot and theme of your story?
✍🏼Pique interest in the manuscript?
✍🏼Demonstrate your writing ability?
✍🏼Indicate how and why your story is unique?

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What to do with those Damned Rejection Letters If you are attempting the traditional publishing route, you know it involves sending lots fo quesry letters, synopsis and sample chapters.

What to do with those Damned Rejection Letters Advice on handling rejection letters from agents and understanding which feedback is actionable.#RejectionLetters #QueryTips #PublishingAdvice #AuthorTips staceycarroll.org/book-publish...

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70+ Book Publishers You Can Submit To Without An Agent — Nadine Bells

Want to publish without an agent?
Nadine Bells has a killer list: 70+ publishers accepting unagented subs across genres.
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Also, I share FREE tips in my Writing Mentor newsletter + the query letter that got me 3 agent offers. Link in bio.
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Hey #authorsky, are you in the #querying trenches? #Agentpitches are so much less soul crushing, IMO.

These 9 literary agents and 2 small press editors are open for pitches.

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Agents love long emails. If you can’t hit 5,000 words, are you even serious? #QueryTips

How to Not Get Discouraged as a Querying Writer This one certainly goes in hand with my last post—rejection is tough to take, but how do you not let it discourage you? First, I’m gonna say that it’s totally valid to feel that discour…

So, a little late this week, as I had some health issues. Apologies!

New blog post is up!

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Your Query Package Should Deliver One Promise

- Same tone
- Same voice
- Same stakes

If your query says “thriller” but your pages read like lit fic, agent will pass.

What does your query promise readers?
Use my free query letter checklist. Link in bio!

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What part of your query makes you pause every time?

- The hook
- Comp titles
- The stakes
- The voice

Comment below.

👉 Write a stronger query letter with the free query letter checklist. See link in bio!

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