A 1-2 page synopsis and the first three chapters of your manuscript as Word or
rtf attachments. If they are not attachments, your query will not be
considered. Please tell how you heard of me and how many points of view
tell your story. Also provide the promotion you plan to do once your book
is published.
2. How soon will you respond to my query?
You will receive an e-mail acknowledging receipt within 48
hours. If you don't receive it, contact me at
query@blueridgeagency.com.
3. How long will evaluation of my query take?
Evaluation of your query will now be completed within two
months.
4. How should my manuscript be formatted?
Double spaced with a 5 spaces indent.
Each chapter must begin on a new page.
Point of views must be separated. If changing point of
view within a chapter, place ***** on a separate line before
new point of view. If changing location or time, just
leave 1 blank line.
Spell check your manuscript.
Your manuscript should have a header with your title, your
last name, and the page count.
Your cover page should have your name, address, phone and
e-mail.
Your cover page should have the word count.
Your synopsis should have the genre.
Your synopsis should have a header with your title, your
last name, and the page count.
Your manuscript should NOT be told in omniscient point of
view. If it is, please do not query me.
5. How long should my novel be?
Large publishers are looking for a minimum of 75,000 words.
Smaller publishers will accept less. Manuscripts
should not be much over 100,000 words.
6. Do you accept previously published works?
No. Publishers are looking for original work.
