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9 Tips on Writing Query Letters to Publishers and Literary Agents

In this post, find 9 tips on writing query letters to publishers and literary agents from publishing professionals that will improve your chances of publishing success.

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    Jun 24, 2020
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Can Writers Query Multiple Agents at Once?

Can you query multiple agents at once? Do the query letters need to be personalized? Does it make sense to pitch one literary agent at a time?

  • By Robert Lee Brewer
    May 13, 2020
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Psst: Novelists – Steal These Screenwriting Secrets! Part 3 Query Letters

In part 3 of "steal these screenwriting secrets," we delve into marketing and query letters. In other words, these are screenwriting secrets to steal after you write and specifically related to crafting killer query letters.

  • By Barri Evins
    Sep 29, 2019
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Thinking Outside the Books: Write Your Query Letter First

If you’re feeling frustrated by the querying process, Scott Wilson suggests writing your query BEFORE writing your book.

  • By Scott Wilson
    May 3, 2019
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When Personal Isn’t Good Enough: Just Keep The Rejection Letters Coming

Rachel Howzell Hall writes about how she coped with rejection while battling cancer—and ultimately found a publisher for her critically acclaimed Detective Elouise Norton series.

  • By Rachel Howzell
    Apr 19, 2019
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Taming the Synopsis: 4 Steps for Perfecting One-Page and Long-Form Synopses

When approached one step at a time, the dreaded synopsis can become a trusted companion on your publishing journey. Ammi-Joan Paquette explains how to write a synopsis for any novel.

  • By Ammi-Joan Paquette
    Mar 8, 2019
 This article is excerpted from Susan Shapiro's new book, The Byline Bible: Get Published in Five Weeks.
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How to Sell an Essay or Article: 21 Tips for Writing a Winning Cover Letter

Wondering how to sell an essay? Writing a cover letter that's short and perfect to introduce your pages will sell a piece faster than submitting an excellent article or essay with an uninspired note.

  • By Susan Shapiro
    Sep 18, 2018
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Magazine Query Letter: What Should You Include

When writing a magazine query letter how much info should you include about your idea (and what else should you include)? Here's the scoop.

  • By Brian
    May 10, 2017
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Freelance Writing: How to Track Magazine Query Letters (& Follow Ups)

For a freelance writer who doesn’t have a query tracking system—or has the organizational skills of a bowling ball, like me—here is a simple spreadsheet to help you keep track.

  • By Brian A. Klems
    Apr 26, 2017
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How Long Until You Can Follow Up on Magazine Query Letters?

Here's what you need to know when considering how long to wait before following up with a magazine editor.

  • By Brian A. Klems
    Jan 9, 2017
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How to Query an Agent When Writing a Trilogy (or Series)

When you are writing a book series and you're ready to query an agent, do you just pitch the first book or do you pitch the whole series? We have the answer here.

  • By Brian A. Klems
    Apr 11, 2016
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How to Write the Perfect Query Letter

A literary agent shares a real-life novel pitch that ultimately led to a book deal—and shows you how to query your own work with success.

  • By Mary Kole
    Mar 21, 2016
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When Should You Send Holiday-Themed Queries?

Magazines are always looking for holiday-themed articles. But if you pitch your idea too late, you won't get it published. Here's what you need to know when querying magazine editors your holiday-themed articles.

  • By Brian A. Klems
    Dec 24, 2015
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Should You Include Word Counts in a Magazine Query?

When you query a magazine editor, should you propose a word count for the article or let the editor decide? Here's what editors want you to do.

  • By Brian A. Klems
    Jan 29, 2015
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The 12 Steps of Queryers Anonymous

BY AYA DE LEON Querying have you down? Know that you're not alone. Follow these steps to help you get through the emotionally exciting (yet tough) process of querying agents.

  • By Guest Column
    Jun 3, 2014
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Answers to 14 Questions You're Too Afraid to Ask Literary Agents

Do agencies really read every query letter? Do agents ever go through the slush pile? Get answers to what you’ve always wanted to know but have been afraid to ask, thanks to this leading literary agent who is willing to give it to you straight.

  • By Guest Column
    Apr 4, 2013
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The 10 Dos and Don’ts of Writing a Query Letter

Learning how to write a must-read query letter is important. By sticking to these 10 specific dos and don'ts of writing a query letter, you'll give yourself the best opportunity to find success and land an agent.

  • By Brian A. Klems
    Jan 30, 2013
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Kelly's Picks: Guide to Query Letters

The path to publication begins with a query letter. Be sure you get it right. by Kelly Nickell

  • By Kelly Nickell
    Sep 29, 2009
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The Writer's Digest Guide to Query Letters

A comprehensive guide to all types of queries, across all genres.

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    Dec 16, 2008
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