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What to Tell a Potential Agent
Hello all.
I haven't posted here before, but I have been a lurker for some time. I have a question that I'd like to ask. I'm getting close to that scary 'approaching an agent for the first time' moment, and whilst I'm still carefully going through the W&A yearbook searching for suitable agents to approach, I'm already preparing my introductory letter.
I would like to know your opinion on the following: should I mention in my letter that the sample I am submitting would be from the first part of an ongoing series, for which I have rough outlines for at least six books? Is that a plus or a minus when first approaching an agent?
The books are historical fiction.
I'd be very grateful for your insights. Thank you.
Comments
Welcome.
I agree with Liz. Make sure it's clear the book works as a stand alone as well though.
Writers and Artists' website has advice about how to write such a letter, and this month's WM has an article about how to write a synopsis. Important to get it right.
Now, back to work - you've got six novels to write!
Truly - thank you everyone for your great advice, I am grateful.