From Rejection to Revision: The Art of Query Letter Improvement | Ep. 21

07/11/2024 8 min Episodio 21
From Rejection to Revision: The Art of Query Letter Improvement | Ep. 21

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Send me a text!Mastering Your Book Pitch: Insights from the Publishing WorldIn this episode of the Author's Edge, Allison Lane discusses how to position your book to make it appealing to publishers and agents. Allison addresses a question from Bill, an author who received positive feedback from editors but faced rejections based on market fit. She advises against citing declined editors' feedback and instead recommends using their positive comments to strengthen your query. Allison underscores the importance of making your book sound like a must-have product while customizing your pitch for each editor or agent. She also encourages listeners to ask questions and share the podcast with others.Time Stamps:00:00 Introduction to Selling Your Book00:31 Welcome to The Author's Edge00:50 Building Your Visibility01:11 Question from Bill: Positive Feedback Dilemma01:59 Handling Positive Feedback in Queries03:35 Making Your Book a Must-Have05:44 Final Tips and Encouragement06:20 Sharing and Supporting Others07:09 Conclusion and Farewell📚 Resources Mentioned: Got a question for Allison? Send her an email at [email protected]. Remember, if you don't ask, you don't get. If you’re thinking… "I love Allison and Author’s Edge,” then please Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts!https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/authors-edge/id1757016628 Ready to finally finish your book or proposal? The Super Secret Book Writing Club starts soon with book marketing genius Allison Lane and bestselling author + book whisperer Samantha Bennett. In just six months, you’ll get crystal clear on your book idea, create a market-ready manuscript or proposal, and build the audience and marketing plan to sell it. Spots are limited - learn more at LaneLit.com/writingclubRate, Review, & Follow The Author’s Edge “So incredibly helpful!” >>> If that sounds like you, I’d be so grateful if you’d rate and review the show! Your support helps more authors build their brands, reach their audiences, and launch their books successfully. Here’s how: Click here, scroll to the bottom, and tap to rate with five stars. Select “Write a Review” and tell me what you loved most about the episode! And don’t forget to follow the podcast if you haven’t already. I’m sharing bonus episodes packed with insider tips, and I’d hate for you to miss out. Hit that follow button now.LinkedIn @allisonlanelitFacebook @allisonlanelit 🔔 Subscribe for more tips and insights on writing and publishing!👍 Like, comment, and share this video if you found it helpful!

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