by Tracy | Jun 17, 2019 | For Writers & Illustrators
In a lot of ways, the pitch that I use to submit a book to editors is incredibly similar to the same query letter that an author would send to agents when they’re seeking representation. So today, I’m sharing my pitch letter today for Jennifer Robin...
by Tracy | Mar 26, 2019 | Agent News, For Readers
*On a personal note, I was out of the office for most of February and March, and I’m slowly getting back up to speed here on the blog, the Quacktory newsletter, on queries and requested manuscripts, and of course still taking care of my clients and client reading....
by Tracy | Dec 6, 2018 | Agent News, For Readers
Congratulations Jennifer Robin Barr and Goodbye, Mr. Spalding on a great Kirkus Review! Kirkus said: “Barr carefully constructs a well-paced adventure, involving some real events in a very specific time and place, while making Jimmie’s worries about negotiating that...
by Tracy | Feb 2, 2018 | Agent News, For Writers & Illustrators
I was thinking about the last three middle grade projects I’ve taken on and there’s some overlap worth exploring in terms of what I’m looking for as an agent. Since I haven’t gone out on submission with two of the projects, I’m going to be most specific about Goodbye,...
by Tracy | Feb 3, 2015 | For Writers & Illustrators
Today’s post takes a look at Dean Ing’s It’s Up to Charlie Hardin, which publishes today from Baen Books. It’s Up to Charlie Hardin Author: Dean Ing Publisher: Baen Books Pub Date: February 3, 2015 Review copy received: Netgalley Format: eARC...