Instead, target specific readers.
Two words to avoid when you describe to an agent your book’s intended readership: all and everyone.
Yes, authors should radiate optimism. But claiming your book will appeal to everyone marks you as naive.
Consider just a few of the differences among potential readers:
Editors and agents expect you to speak their language.
If you aspire to publish a novel or nonfiction book, you’ll find these terms useful at writers conferences as you prepare to meet with agents and editors.
Elevator speech. A one-minute presentation to prompt an editor or agent to want to learn more about your proposed … Continue reading
Easy ways to sabotage your submission.
Want a quick way to make a poor first impression with an agent or editor? Send a manuscript that’s not professionally formatted.
Consider the sample pages for a YA novel an author sent this morning. A quick glance suggested he wasn’t yet ready for prime time. Before I … Continue reading