2006-07-09 08:02:16 · 5 answers · asked by jesusmylife1 1 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Books & Authors
A query letter is a letter you send out when you are trying to find out if an agent is willing to represent your book. Usually it includes a BRIEF (2-3 sentences) about yourself and a hook for your manuscript. With the query letter only include the first 3 chapters of your book. This is so the agent can see your writing style and see if you are any good at writing and if the story is intriguing. Also it is good to include a 1 page plot summary. (This summary would be written in the present tense).
There are tons of resources for writing query letters online and in books. The Writers Market is a great book for publishing in general. It lists agents and publishers and what types of books they represent. They also have some helpful hints on how to write query and cover letters. Online a great website is www.preditorsandeditors.com
2006-07-16 03:34:46 · answer #1 · answered by boobahqt 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you probably did it! Your manuscript is complete! you've study over it -- and over it -- fastened any blunders, and now that is time to teach an editor or agent how large of a narrative you've accomplished. maximum publishers and brokers now not enable you to deliver them your finished manuscript, or perhaps the first 3 chapters. A growing to be volume in ordinary words opt to make certain a question letter, or perhaps a question and a short synopsis. So, how do you write a question letter? it really is not that demanding. merely ensure you communicate about the numerous theory of your tale as obviously as you may, with as few words as available. Thinks of those large teasers you study on the lower back of romance books. next, toot your own horn -- loudly. Been revealed beforehand? gained a writing award? Have a level in English? Is your hero a cop, and so are you, or your husband? element out some thing which could make you and your artwork stand out.
2016-11-01 12:29:33 · answer #2 · answered by awad 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's a letter asking for a sale or asking about the possibility of a job. It is used frequently when trying to sell story manuscripts to publishers. The letter goes along with the work and introduces the creator of the work and asks that the publisher review the work with an eye to possibly buying it from the creator.
2006-07-09 08:06:52 · answer #3 · answered by quietwalker 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
are you refering to inquiry letter. inquiries,orders and reservations are among the most straightforward kinds of business letter. the writers goal is to be as clear and concise as possible leaving nothing open to misunderstanding. inquiry include requests for information,assistance and specific services. i am taking this from a book i use on a daily basis..and has helped me tremendously. "everyday letters for all occasions. by jack maguire
2006-07-09 08:15:03 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
the shortest and best answer is...it is a letter asking you questions.
2006-07-09 08:09:04 · answer #5 · answered by us veteran 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋