For aspiring writers the process of getting an agent can seem daunting and confusing – but have no fear! Here are @julietpickering’s top tips on how to make the most out of the #querying process. 📚✍️ #BFLAOpenWeek

Every writer doubts their work. The trick is to keep going anyway. Doubt means you care, and that’s the first step toward brilliance.

query letter isn’t just a summary, it’s a first impression. Be clear, be concise, and above all, make me want to turn the page.

Publishing takes patience. The ‘yes’ might not come immediately, but the right ‘yes’ is worth waiting for.

Your voice is your superpower. Don’t edit it out trying to sound like someone else. Agents and readers alike want the real you.

Don’t chase trends. By the time a trend is published, the industry is already on to the next. Write the book only you can write.

Agents aren’t gatekeepers; we’re matchmakers. The right agent isn’t the one who says yes quickly, but the one who truly champions your work.

Rejection doesn’t mean your book isn’t good, it just means it hasn’t found the right home yet. Keep writing, keep submitting, and don’t give up.

Writers: your story doesn’t need to be perfect on the first draft. What matters is getting it down on the page. Editing is where the magic happens ✨ Keep going, your future readers are waiting.