Query Submission

Querying Kaitlyn Katsoupis

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Thank you so much for considering me for your representation! If I have not responded by 3 months at the earliest, feel free to check in. Be sure that your query is 1 page, the synopsis is no more than 2 double spaced pages, and the first 5 pages are the very first ones from your book (if you have a prologue, send Ch 1 and then send the prologue if I request more)!

If submitting a graphic novel, give me the pitch, synopsis of the full story, 5 pages of script, and any available artwork samples. If artwork file is too big to upload, feel free to put a link in your query where I can view it.

What I really want to hear most are your book details—character, conflict, and consequences—with a brief bio. Also, save the reply email that allows you to check your query status! This is also the link that will allow you to message me to report if you've received an alternate offer.

My announced sales list can be found here: https://www.strictlytextual.com/agenting

I do NOT accept:

Nonfiction
Chapter/Picture Books
Crime Thriller/Cozy Mystery
Romantic Suspense
Novellas/Poetry/Short Story Collections
Stories heavily dependent on graphic rape, drug or physical abuse

Step 1. Tell us about the author

Fill in these author-related fields.

First Name: (required)

Last Name: (required)

E-Mail Address: (required)

Phone Number:

Biography: Tell us a little about yourself and any writing credentials you may have.

Website Address: (if you have one)

Blog Address (if you have one)

Twitter Handle (if you have one)

Have you previously published other books? Yes No

Have you ever been represented by a literary agent before? Yes No

If you previously self-published a book, about how many copies were sold in the first year?

If this query is a referral, who referred you?

Step 2. Tell us about the book

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Title: (required)

Genre: (required) This agent only represents the genres shown in this list. Selecting an inaccurate genre will result in a rejection. If your book's genre is not shown here, please go to QueryTracker for a list of agents who do represent your genre.

Word Count: (required) Enter the approximate WORD count of your book. Enter numbers only. Do not include any letters or special characters.

Is this book currently published or has it ever been published before? Yes No

Query Letter: (required) Tips for formatting and pasting text Enter your query letter for this book. (Tips for formatting and pasting text) Do NOT paste images into this field. Pasting large blocks of text can take several minutes. Please be patient.

Synopsis: (required) Tips for formatting and pasting text Enter a short synopsis of your book. (Tips for formatting and pasting text) Do NOT paste images into this field. Pasting large blocks of text can take several minutes. Please be patient.

The First 5 Pages of Your Book (or full book proposal if non-fiction): (required)
(If your book is shorter than this (such as a picture book) please include the entire text.) Tips for formatting and pasting text Paste in the first 5 pages of your book, or your full book proposal if your book is non-fiction. (Tips for formatting and pasting text) Do NOT paste images into this field. Pasting large blocks of text can take several minutes. Please be patient.

Pitch: Enter a one sentence pitch for your book.

Similar Books: List some books that are similar to yours. (500 characters or less)

Why are you the person to tell this story?

Step 3. For Artists and Illustrators

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Link to online art samples or portfolio: (if you have one)

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Final Step: Submit Your Query

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