Thoughts about querying

It seems to me that there are many different ways to write a query letter. Most websites recommend the same basic information, but not in the same order.

I think it is difficult because it is such a subjective piece of writing, and far different from writing my novel. I do think my letter is far better than what I wrote last summer. I have removed fluff and descriptions that don't need to be there. Now I think it mainly shows the conflicts in the story and provides a brief look at the story. Hopefully I'll get some more feedback this time and get me closer to a full request.

I really knew nothing!

When I started trying to query back in the summer, I really had no idea about how this process works. Since then, I have continued to edit my story and rewritten my query several times. I did get one partial request, and another agent said he liked my story, but was already representing another writer with a similar story.

I see now how impatient I was, but I guess all writers are excited when they finish their first books. I'm trying to be realistic about this. I just redid my letter again after making a few significant edits to the story.

I sent out a new batch of 9 queries today, so I'll see what happens. Regardless, I will be more patient and realistic this time.

The best thing from the past week was that I finally started my next book! For now, I am calling it Trio. I have three characters in mind, and I'm looking forward to seeing what happens to them. I hope to get 20-30 pages done over the next week as I have some time off from work.