When and How to Follow Up with a Literary Agent After Sending Your Query Letter
Knowing when and how to follow up with a literary agent after sending a query letter is important. This post gives you the dos and don’ts of following up.
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Writing and grammar tips for fiction writers.
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How to Write a Query Letter That Gets Read
Learn how to write an amazing query letter that literary agents actually read.
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How to Write a Synopsis That Makes Agents Request Your Manuscript
Sometimes an agent will request a synopsis after reading your proposal. This post will teach you how to write a synopsis that will make agents request your manuscript.
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How to Write an Attention-Grabbing Hook for Your Query Letter
Writing a hook for your query letter is the most important step in landing a literary agent. This post will show you how to write a hook that will make an agent want to read more.
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How to Write a Book Blurb That Keeps Your Query Letter Out of the Slush Pile
Learn how to write a book blurb for your query letter that will make agents request your full manuscript immediately!
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What to Put in Your Query Letter Bio
If you want to stand out to literary agents, you need an interesting query letter bio. This post shows you what to include and common mistakes to avoid.
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Avoiding Rejection: What Literary Agents Are Looking for in Authors
Understanding what literary agents are looking for can keep your hard work out of the slush pile. Avoid rejection with these tips.
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Finding a Literary Agent That’s Perfect for You and Your Book
Finding a literary agent that’s perfect for you and your book is challenging. This post shares tips on how to find the agent that’s just right for you.
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What Is the Role of a Literary Agent?
What does a literary agent do anyway? This post will explain the role of a literary agent, plus discuss the pros and cons of agents.
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4 Main Types of Editing Fiction Authors Need Before Publishing
Publishing a novel is a dream come true for any fiction author, but achieving this dream requires meticulous editing along the way. This post covers the 4 main types of editing you should consider before publication.