You’ve finished writing your children’s book. You’ve revised and revisited your draft. You’ve perfected your story with critique partners, a manuscript swap group, or an editor. Now it’s time to query.
But do I have to write my own query letter?
While it may be tempting to have AI write your letter, or to hire someone to create your entire query package, agents and acquiring editors want authors to write their own query letters. These letters offer a glimpse into your writing style and voice — and that’s exactly what agents are evaluating. Your query letter should sound like you.
If you haven’t drafted your query letter yet, this article on How to Write a Query Letter will get you started.
Once your letter is complete, you can always run it by your critique group or an agented author friend. But if you want a deeper, more professional review before you hit send, a Professional Query Letter Review is a great next step. I am a great fit for anyone querying picture books, chapter books, or middle grade novels.
What Is a Professional Query Letter Review?
In your Query Letter Review, I’ll make sure your letter is formatted correctly, reads professionally, and ticks all the boxes while maintaining your own narrative voice. This is also a great opportunity to get a fresh set of eyes on your pitch (typically the first one or two paragraphs of your letter) before it goes out to agents.
Query Letter Review — $79
- Detailed written feedback on your query letter (up to 1000 words)
- Review of formatting, structure, pitch, bio, and overall presentation
- Feedback on voice, tone, and professional readiness
- In-line notes throughout your letter
- Turnaround: 10 business days (or less!)
Want to Go Deeper?
Consider adding on a Query Letter + Strategy Session — a 30-minute one-on-one call to talk through your querying plan before you submit.
Query Letter + Strategy Session — $199
- Everything included in the Query Letter Review, plus:
- A 30-minute video call to discuss your querying strategy
- How to query and what agents expect from your submission package
- How to identify and research agents and acquiring editors
- Whether to query agents, small publishers, or both
- Which market and category is the best fit for your book
You’ve done the hard work. You’ve written your draft. Take the next steps to share your book. Everyone has a story to tell… what’s yours?
Please note: While I’m happy to discuss the querying landscape and help you think through your approach, I am not able to make personal recommendations to specific agents or acquiring editors.