To editors and agents, that is.
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Some of the advice is rather obvious, such as “Write a fantastic novel.”
But did you know that having a marketing platform will increase your chances appreciably, and that trying to get your personality across in meetings and query letters (we’re assuming a nice personality, here) can help you make that all-important connection.
When agents take the time to sit down and list those elements that draw them to one writer or another, it’s a good idea to take a hard listen and figure out if there’s anything you’re lacking. Check out the article for further thoughts and links to more agent posts.
How is your week starting out?
I see that smile.