Here is is, folks. Jodi Meadows, assistant to Agent Jenny Rappaport, finally got to the end of the contest submissions. (Mine being #56, wayyyyy at the end.) And, while I'm glad for the input (as always) I must confess I am stumped. Apparently, query letters are not my thing. I can't seem to balance giving enough pertinent info without going overboard.
Also (and perhaps I've already said this previously,) I think I'm going to have to find another site on which to post for crits. It's become apparent to me that the crowd on Miss Snark's simply isn't open to fantasy. YA and Romance, yes, but not fantasy/sci-fi and especially not Epic Fantasy. *sigh*
So, here begins another long search for those willing to read. Funny how my co-workers BEG me for more, but those in the industry seem to be quite adverse to the story. Days like these make me wonder, "Why do I bother?"
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Another long query. This is getting intimidating...
Be careful of the one-sentence paragraphs. Use them sparingly, otherwise they lose their punch. You have nine.
This whole query needs to be tightened and focused. I didn't get a clear picture of what the story is about. I've said this in other comments, but I'll say it again: focus on these things: Who is the main character, what is her problem, what is she going to do about it, what complicates her solution, and what are the stakes? What happens if she fails? Give the reader a reason to care. Everything else is extraneous.
Don't forget to mention the wordcount.
August 3, 2009 4:00 AM
Monday, August 3, 2009
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