Here it is, the traditional, ginormous, over-the-top, all-the dish, “How I got my agent” post! I’ve included my successful query letter at the end. I’ll also break out individual pieces into future blog posts as well, going into more depth with the strategies that worked for me. Please note that no one path to publishing is going to be right for everyone. I have a great deal of privilege going into this process, along with some big disadvantages, and that affected my approach and results. The goal is always to build a big toolbox, then use the most effective tools for the job in front of you.
3 (More) Tips for Twitter Pitch Parties
In addition to the basic tips I set out in my last post on pitch parties, I saw a few things that clearly hurt people's exposure and chances during the March #PitMad and April #DVpit events. I paid close attention to who was getting the retweets and likes, and who wasn't. A few definite patterns … Continue reading 3 (More) Tips for Twitter Pitch Parties
Twitter and the 5k Follow Cap
There are two camps when it comes to followers on Twitter. Camp A believes in following back anyone who follows them. I'm in this camp myself, with a few exceptions. I won't follow back accounts I believe to be bots, or accounts that only promote a product, for instance. Sometimes I'll pass when the person … Continue reading Twitter and the 5k Follow Cap
3 Lessons from #Pitmad
Since my post giving A Basic Guide to Twitter Pitches, I've been back in the trenches with the March 2019 #Pitmad pitch party. It's a much larger, more general event than #SFFPit, with books pitched from all age groups and genres. But even though I came away without an invitation to query an agent, I … Continue reading 3 Lessons from #Pitmad
A Basic Guide to Twitter Pitch Parties
If you're a writer on Twitter, every now and then your feed is going to blow up with book blurbs for a day. If you're wondering what the heck is going on, the answer is...a pitch party. This is an event where writers share a one-tweet length description of a completed book, in hopes of … Continue reading A Basic Guide to Twitter Pitch Parties
Three Twitter Tips for New Writers
Whether you are traditionally or independently published, a strong social media presence is widely considered an asset for a writer. Marketing aside, connecting with writers, agents, and editors online is a great way to learn how to navigate the writing ropes. However, a focused approach can help you make the most of your Twitter presence, … Continue reading Three Twitter Tips for New Writers