The query letter
Introduce the manuscript’s central hook, protagonist, conflict, stakes, genre, audience, word count, comparable titles, and a concise author biography.
The synopsis
Show the complete narrative arc in one to two pages, including major turns and the ending. A synopsis is an evaluation tool, not jacket copy.
The opening pages
Use standard manuscript formatting, readable type, one-inch margins, and consistent chapter headings. Begin where the story’s meaningful pressure begins.
Comparable titles
Choose two or three recent, relevant books that clarify readership, tone, premise, or market position. Explain the comparison briefly and truthfully.
An offer from another agent
Notify every agent currently considering your work. Include the name of the offering agency and your decision deadline; do not manufacture urgency.
Always follow each agency’s individual guidelines. These resources do not override the requirements of another recipient.