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the querying process

Memoir, platform, and your query letter

From a writer: “I’m sending queries to agents regarding my memoir. I’ve noticed a lot of writers talking about the importance of platform, basically saying you can’t get a book deal without one. I don’t have a huge platform, but

Editor Jennifer Lawler November 4, 2022October 24, 2022 the querying process Read more

Networking 101 for Writers

In any profession, having contacts can help you succeed. Yet most of us don’t start off knowing anyone who can help us get published. I’ve often said, “It isn’t who you know, it’s who you get to know.” Successful writers read

Editor Jennifer Lawler October 28, 2022October 24, 2022 general writing advice, the querying process Read more

“How do I . . .?” on Agents

From a writer: “I have an agent who is new interested in my manuscript. Based on her existing clientele, I feel I have a good chance of sparking this woman’s attention. I also have a well-known agent sitting on a full of

Editor Jennifer Lawler October 21, 2022October 24, 2022 the querying process Read more

Protecting yourself emotionally when querying

The querying process can be very hard mentally and emotionally. If you want to be traditionally published, though, it is one of the ways you’re most likely to land an agent. You can participate in Twitter pitch wars, attend a

Editor Jennifer Lawler September 30, 2022September 19, 2022 the querying process Read more
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