EDITORS, agents, authors: Novel Query format?

Question

WHEN SUBMITTING A MANUSCRIPT FOR PUBLICATION I know that a lot of people reccommend things like dark courier for a manuscript font for legibility so that an editor can read it very quickly, but do editors also prefer a momspace font for the query letter and the synopsis as well? It looks odd on those two documents to me. Furthermore, should those items also be double-spaced? That doesn't give me much room, if the ideal query letter is limited to one page and the address of the publisher goes on top, and if I should use a letterhead......
gRH!!!!! None of the websites I've seen are quite clear enough about all of this stuff........

Answer 1

A query letter should be written in single space format, using 10-12 point times new roman, courier, or perhaps garmond font (these are the easiest fonts to read to the naked eye).

Your synopsis can be on a separate page (same as above).

For example:

Dear Publisher:

My name is Jane Doe, and I found your information in the Writer's Guide to Publishers. I am interested in submitting my 20,000 word speculative fiction manuscript, The Book, for your consideration.

The Book tells the story of a young man that discovers what appears to be an antique, but otherwise ordinary, book in the walls of an old house he is remodeling. The synopsis is enclosed for your review.

The Book is loosely based on an old fable my grandmother use to share with us when we were children. Though I do not yet have any previous publishing credits to share, I would be happy to forward you a smaller writing sample or opening chapter should you require more information before making a firm determination.

I have enclosed a self-addressed stamped envelop for your convenience. I look forward to hearing back from you.

Sincerely,
Jane Doe
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Header of synopsis page be sure to include your contact information in the event the cover letter gets separated.

Synopsis:
When John Doe discovers an antique book about the town's history hidden behind the crumbling plaster of his grandmother's old house, he dismisses it as an odd occurance and sells it to a collector to help fund the remodeling. But when he returns home to find the book sitting on his kitchen table, and then discovers the book collector was found dead from an apparent heart attack, John finds himself the center of a long-forgotten curse on the small town.

Now as each person John has discussed the book with falls one by one to the curse, he must race to unravel its dark secrets before the entire town is destroyed. But when you can't safely turn to anyone for help, where do you go to find answers?

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I hope this example is helpful.

Answer 2

connect a author's team. learn how to critique others and be critiqued. learn how to write down, rewrite and rewrite some extra. Then study author's marketplace. study the thank you to post a e book. stick to the instructions to the LETTER. otherwise the writer in basic terms throws your e book away. That e book will inform you WHO to post your e book to. sturdy success.