Query Submission

Querying Analieze Cervantes at The Harvey Klinger Literary Agency

Thank you so much for considering me for representation. I'm excited to dig into your work!

Please keep in mind that I am only accepting Picture/Chapter Books: Upon Referral or Requested.

If you would to know more about me, please check out my website at https://analiezecervantes.com

Please keep this email for your reference because it will allow you to check the status of your query. It also includes a link that will allow you to message me to let me know if you've received an offer of representation from another agent.

Submission Guidelines--

For Fiction:
Please submit a query, 1-2 page synopsis, 1-sentence pitch, and a 5-page sample of your manuscript.

For Illustrators:
• Submit art samples, book dummy, or a link to your portfolio. Please put "SEEKING ART REPRESENTATION" in lieu of a title and "0" for word count. In the sample section, please write N/A.
• Only upload art samples in the upload section.

For author/illustrators:
• Submit full manuscripts.
• Submit art samples, book dummy, or a link to your portfolio.

For Graphic Novels:
Graphic novel (art and text): attach 10-20 sample page spreads in jpg or pdf format, summary/synopsis typed (or copy/pasted) into the box provided in the QueryManager form, and provide link to online portfolio

Graphic novel (script only): first 10 pages of script typed (or copy/pasted) into the box provided in the QueryManager form

**Fields marked (required) are required, and the other fields are encouraged**

A few tips when querying me:
• Follow submission guidelines.
• Please do NOT email me your query. I will not accept them.
• Do NOT submit multiple projects or the same title simultaneously at a time.
• Avoid using passive voice in your query. Hook me with your first sentence and keep me engaged throughout your query, synopsis, and sample pages.
• Keep your synopsis to 2-pages, single-spaced. It should show characterization, setting, conflict, and should tell me the ending.
• In fiction, I am more interested in your story than your writing/publishing credits so make sure your story is strong and engaging. I want to be dragged into your story.
• I require a one-sentence pitch (or tagline) of your work. If you pitched this to me via Twitter during pitch events, copy and paste the tweet in that section of the form.
• Mystery works should fit the mystery genre, it should leave me on the edge of my seat, keep me engaged, have cliffhangers, and should not give me hints on who "dun" it.
• If you've hit send and notice a typo, formatting glitch or another issue, don't worry about it.

What I'm not looking for:
• Picture Books (upon referral/request)
• SCI-FI
• Previously Published Books
• Fantasy
• Short story collections
• Inspirational works including religious overtones
• Erotica
• Non-Fiction
• Memoir
• Horror (please nothing with Zombies)
• Westerns
• Novellas
• Anything Political
• Poetry
• Screenplays

Again, thank you so much for considering me and I hope to talk to you soon!

Step 1. Tell us about the author

Fill in these author-related fields.

First Name: (required)

Last Name: (required)

E-Mail Address: (required)

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 this query is a referral, who referred you?

Why are you the author to write this book? (required)

What was the last book you read? (required)

What is your favorite movie and show?

Step 2. Tell us about the book

Fill in these book-related fields.

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: (required) Enter a one sentence pitch for your book.

Describe the Potential Target Audience for Your Book: (required) Who will want to read your book. For example, girls under 12, fans of John Grisham, etc. (500 characters or less)

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

What inspired you to write this book? (required)

If your book was a movie, who would play your main character? (required)

What makes your main character unique and relatable to your readers? (required)

Step 3. For Artists and Illustrators

Provide illustrations or art samples, if applicable.

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

Upload Sample Artwork or Illustrations

Acceptable file formats: doc, docx, pdf.
File Size Limit: 2 MB (same as 2,000 KB) (Get help for large files)

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Final Step: Submit Your Query

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