The Querying Process

from The Fiction Lounge · host Hannah Magness, Jessica Collins

Hannah and Jess discuss the mental toll of querying and how to prepare, give suggestions on what resources assist the querying process, talk about how to strategize and find agents, and so much more! Plus, Jess provides a fun "hack" for the inevitable rejections authors face in the process. Do you have feedback or episode requests for us? Fill out this form to let us know. Don't forget to follow us on social media: @thefictionlounge on Instagram, TikTok, and Threads! And you can always visit our website! SHOW NOTES The Artist's Way QueryTracker Manuscript Wish List Sarah Penner: Getting the Most Out of QueryTracker Olivie Blake: Everything I Know About Querying Alyssa Matesic: Strategic Tips for Querying Agents Jane Friedman: What I Learned From 90 Queries Bookends Literary: Querying Strategies for Success

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