I don't
usually blog about writing, but I've spent hoursdaysmonths researching for queries
lately. There's so much information out
there, but if you're new and need a starting point, here are a few amazing
resources.
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Querying
The best
source for information on how to submit is the agency's own website. But for
additional information, try these links.
Where they do
so much of your research for you.
Forum with
information on agents and publishers, from reputability to response times.
Find agents
in your genre, track your queries and see how long response times from agents
tend to be.
Find agents, genre
and client lists and their contact information.
Many agents have a page showing their background, contact information and clients. And if you pay
for a subscription, you can check the Dealmakers section to see what sales an
agent has reported. Not every agent reports all sales.
Agent
interviews
Contests
They make querying even more fun and exciting. Here are just a couple I've participated in.
Writing/Publishing/Querying
information
I'm still
working out how to use the tool without my time being sucked away, but it
really draws you into the writing community. Following agents themselves helps
you understand their likes and dislikes. Following other writers—published and
not—can give you tips, let you find critique partners and make you feel less
alone. Also search for #MSWL to find out specifically what themes agents are interested
in.
Want to know
about publishing? Querying? Critiquing? If a contest is right for you?
Not only is
there information on agents, pitches and writing in general, but she went to the
trouble of listing the upcoming contests.
Writing,
critiques, you name it.
And that's just the tip of the iceberg! What other
websites have been helpful to you?
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