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Query letter samples for horror novels

Not knowing where to start with a query letter can make it even harder to start querying; already a big and daunting process! Here, I’ve written an example query letter and two query letter samples for horror writers to inspire you. Every query letter is unique, and agents are always looking for something different. I hope these query letters help you draft your own and start reaching out to literary agents. Query letter template for horror novels Replace all words in square brackets [] with your own information. Dear [NAME], I am seeking representation for my novel, [TITLE]. I saw… Read More »Query letter samples for horror novels

How to write a query letter to a literary agent

Query letters are the first step to getting a literary agent, so you need to know the best way of writing one. One of the most common questions asked by writers is how to write a query letter to a literary agent. Here, I’ll explain what a query letter is, how to write one, some tips for formatting a query letter email, and provide both a template and a sample. This is an ideal resource for anyone who’s writing their first query letter. If you need more information on querying, check out my other blog posts on querying literary agents.… Read More »How to write a query letter to a literary agent

Agent query letter tips for aspiring authors

Querying literary agents can be pretty daunting, especially when you hear horror stories of how many agents people reach out to. I’ve compiled some of the best agent query letter tips to help aspiring authors impress literary agents from the get-go. There are plenty of resources out there to help you when querying, and starting with a strong query letter is essential. This is your first chance to impress and intrigue a literary agent, so it needs to be as strong as possible. If this is your first time, you might want to read my post on how to write… Read More »Agent query letter tips for aspiring authors

Query letter samples for fantasy novels

Figuring out how to start writing a query letter to a literary agent is difficult, especially when you’re writing a fantasy novel. How do you balance explaining the story when you have a lot of worldbuilding involved? I’ve written a letter template and two query letter samples for fantasy novels to help you make a start. These query letter samples are designed to give you an idea of how you might present your novel to an agent, because it’s difficult to find query letters from published authors who succeeded in getting a literary agent. All of the information in the… Read More »Query letter samples for fantasy novels

Query letter samples for LGBTQ+ fiction

Writing a query letter is difficult for everyone, whether they nail it from the beginning or it takes many attempts to get it right. I’ve written some query letter samples to help you draft your own query letter for your LGBTQ+ novel. Below you’ll find a query letter template designed with LGBTQ+ fiction in mind. You can use this template as written, with your own information replacing the placeholders, or you can take it just as inspiration on wording your letter. No query letter is perfect, and every agent is after something different. I hope these help you when drafting… Read More »Query letter samples for LGBTQ+ fiction

Query letter samples for romance novels

When you begin querying for a completed novel, the query letter is one of the hardest places to start. Most published authors never share their successful query letters, though there are some templates and guides out there. Having a range of templates can help you figure out the best way to present your novel, so I’ve written a few query letter samples for romance novels. Using all of the query letter tips I’ve discovered over the past few years, I’ve put together these examples to give you a place to start. The first section is a template you can use,… Read More »Query letter samples for romance novels

Free agent query letter feedback for Trans Awareness Month

Every year, I offer free agent query letter feedback for trans and non-binary writers. I do this to support under-represented writers in getting published, because we need more trans and non-binary writers on our bookshelves. Writers who identify as trans, non-binary, or both can receive supportive, constructive feedback by emailing me with their query letter and synopsis. You’ll also receive free proofreading for both to catch any typos that might distract from your otherwise amazing descriptions. Read on for more information to get the most out of this offer! What does agent query letter feedback involve? If you’re a trans… Read More »Free agent query letter feedback for Trans Awareness Month