Well, they like my query letter, anyway. After fussing and worrying about my query for MONTHS I finally send some out. And then I heard back from two publishers!
For those who don’t know query letters: it’s kinda of like a cover letter for your resume. If an employer doesn’t like your cover letter, he won’t read your resume. Same for queries – if it doesn’t work, the manuscript won’t get read.
But that hasn’t been the case! I’ve had two companies contact me after they read my query letter (and I only sent them out last week!). I think that’s pretty good 🙂 Even if they don’t publish my book, at least I know I can write a persuasive query. And no, it hasn’t slipped my attention that it could be called the Beery Query.
I’ll keep you posted…I’m excited!
Karin–that is some sweet feedback! Congratulations on your early success!