Writing Novels and Query Letters: write fiction that sells

If you are writing fiction and want an agent, write a high concept novel and a strong sales pitch in your query letter.

Created by: Sally Apokedak
Literary agent, editor, and writing conference faculty

What Will I Learn?

• Craft a high-concept plot
• Write a two-sentence hook
• Write a two-paragraph hook

Requirements

• If you have taken my plot course, there is overlap here. The section on writing a short hook is repeated from that course. But that course is not a prerequisite.
• A desire to write novels that are easily accessible to readers
• A willingness to write fresh, fun books

Target audience

• If you are in my plot course, much of this info overlaps. Please be aware that the section on short hooks is repeated in its entirety in the plot course.
• You will benefit from this course if you're getting rejections that say, "This doesn't fresh." Or, "This feels like it's been done before."
• If you have an agent but haven't had any contract offers, this class will probably help you.
• If you are a master plotter and agents and editors are asking for full manuscripts so you know your hook and pitch are working, then this class isn't for you.