After you’ve written a 100,000-word book, writing a one-page query letter should be easy, right? Wrong. Most writers find it incredibly challenging to distill the essence of their story down to one single page. But take heart! Here are some easy edits you can make to...
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9 Query Letter Phrases That Get Results
If you're writing a query letter asking a literary agent to represent your book, there are key phrases that might help your cause. Our expert query letter writers share the strategies that can get better results when used in our clients’ letters. Great Phrases...
How To Get A Famous Author To Endorse Your Book
Having a book blurb—aka a book jacket or an endorsement—from a famous (or even semi-famous) author is a marketing strategy that can have a positive impact on your book sales. But, whether you're a new writer or a veteran, asking someone for a cover quote may seem...
When To Follow Up With A Literary Journal About A Submission
You've submitted your poetry, essay, or short story to carefully researched literary journals. Well done! Give yourself a much-deserved pat on the back. Now comes the hard part—waiting. And waiting. As more days pass, you may find yourself checking your email every...
Fan Fiction: Should You List Fan Fiction Awards And Publications In Your Writing Bio?
Should you include fan fiction publishing or awards in your cover or query letter to a literary agent or editor? We offer tips for composing your professional writing bio.
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