Query… we have already established in the About section is an unsolicited proposal for representation by a literary agent. But it also has a meaning better known by the following definition: que•ry (kwîr ) n. pl.que•ries 1. A question; an … Continue reading
Writing a query letter takes as much patience as it does practice. It is a frustrating, yet critical piece to the publishing world. It is a piece that I am still trying to master…and from what I have learned, I … Continue reading
9 Frequently Asked Questions About Query Letters By: Chuck Sambuchino on Sep 24 2012 When contacting agents, the query process isn’t as simple as “Just keep e-mailing until something good happens.” There are ins, outs, strange situations, unclear scenarios, and … Continue reading
This week I have been working on polishing my second novel. It has been completed for a few years, but in true author fashion, I constantly change and edit the manuscript, as all obsessed writers do. Here is the current … Continue reading
“Rejection is God’s Protection” I saw this quote on a friend’s Facebook page, and it has spoken to me several times over the last couple of days. Rejection is difficult, wether it is in education, sports, friendship, or love. We … Continue reading
I’ve mentioned a few of my mistakes along this road to publishing. The first, self-doubt and the consequence of hiding my work for so long. Second, querying too soon. As aspiring authors, we all fall victim to this one. I’ve … Continue reading
Since sharing the news of writing, many friends have asked the most common question when you tell someone you have written a book. “What’s it about?” Since my blog is about becoming the Queen of Query… I thought I would … Continue reading
