Question 1

What services does QueryLetter.com offer?

Accepted Answer

We create query letter packages, which authors use to pitch their manuscripts to literary agents or publishers. Our query letter packages include (1) a query letter, (2) a manuscript synopsis, (3) an outline of major plot or informational points, and (4) contact information for 10 targeted agents or publishers. We also provide contact information for any number of targeted agents or publishers as a separate service.

Question 2

In addition to a query letter, what else do I need to send to publishers and agents?

Accepted Answer

Please note that each agent has unique submission requirements. Some will request a query letter, a synopsis, a certain number of pages, and more, while others may request only a query letter to start. Because agent preferences vary widely, we've designed our query letter packages to attempt to give you a variety of materials you can use to tailor your submission to each agent's requirements. Agents and publishers typically post their submission requirements on their websites, so be sure to check that you follow them carefully.

Question 3

What does a QueryLetter.com query letter look like?

Accepted Answer

A query letter is formatted much like a business letter, and it includes a brief description of your manuscript as well as some information on your target audience and how your book should fit into the market. Basically, it tells the agent or publisher why your book stands out from all the others they receive. Here is an example of one of our query letters.

Question 4

Who will write my query letter?

Accepted Answer

Our query letter writers are all professionals with years of experience in the publishing industry. Some have worked at literary agencies, some have worked at publishing houses, and some are even published authors themselves. We know what kinds of information agents and publishers are looking for, and we'll match you with a query letter writer who specializes in pitching your material.

Question 5

Will you read my entire manuscript before creating my query letter package?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We believe your query letter writer must know your manuscript inside out so he or she can understand the best way to pitch it to agents or publishers. Reading your manuscript from cover to cover allows us to create a strategy based on your genre and target audience as well as the unique themes of your material.

Question 6

Can you write a query letter for my nonfiction manuscript, or do you work only with fiction authors?

Accepted Answer

We work with authors of all types of manuscripts, both fiction and nonfiction. If you've written a nonfiction manuscript and are looking to pitch to academic presses or even traditional publishers, we can match you with a query letter writer experienced with material from your field.

Question 7

Can you give me some examples of past clients who have landed publishing deals?

Accepted Answer

Our order pages display some testimonials from past clients who've granted us permission to include them, but because we value the privacy and trust of the authors we work with, we don't give out their names or the details of which agencies or publishers represent them. If you have any questions about how we determine which agents or publishers to recommend in part four of our query letter package (the agent/publisher info spreadsheet), please don't hesitate to reach out.

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