First, I'll introduce the query letter formula, and then I'll show you exactly how to rock each section. Section oneshould do two things. It should demonstrate that you’re a savvy professional pitching this particular literary agent for a reason. (I’ll tell youhowto personalize your open...
Where can I get a query letter critique? Create Irresistible Query Letters My name isMark Malatestaand I’m a former literary agent and the former president and owner ofNew Brand Agency Group. I’m also the former Marketing & Licensing Manager ofBlue Mountain Arts, the book and gift publishe...
A query letter essentially is the sales pitch that convinces the agent you have something powerful or interesting enough to appeal to an editor (whom the agent probably already knows. The letter is a request for your work to be considered. Today most query letters can be sent electronically...
As Reedsy editor and former agentAmy Bishoppoints out: “You can tell when the letter’s just a generic copy-and-paste job. It indicates that the author hasn't done their research on the agent or agency they're querying.” That being said, the personalization should be sincere and thought...
Waste time with meaningless pleasantries (such as “I know how busy you are,” or, “I’m so excited to be querying a literary agent,” or, “I hope this letter finds you well, Mrs. Agent.”) Sample Query Letter Outline Hook the agent.This can be a plot point, a fascinating person...
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Chuck Sambuchino's "Guide to Literary Agents" blog offerssuccessful query examplesfrom agents and their clients. Query Shark blog, in which literary agent, Janet Reid, gives snarky advice on how to write a query letter to brave newbie participants willing to swim with The Shark. ...
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When you write to a particular agent, address them properly and then briefly express your admiration for something in their background—an author they represent or their successes in your genre. Be genuine. And if you need inspiration, use theagent-approved query letter examples on Reedsyto get...