Query Submission

Query Jennifer Chevais at The Rights Factory!

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The categories I'm accepting queries for:

- FICTION (Horror only at this time)

- GRAPHIC NOVELS (must include illustrations - please make your project accessible via a cloud drive and provide me with a link. Your project doesn't have to be finished, but a viable proposal package (google what this package should include) should be provided);

- NON-FICTION (proposals only - please keep in mind that unless a project is incredibly timely (based on current politics or events) an author's online platform will be one of the first things publishers look at. Google what should be in a proposal, which should include, but is not limited to, an overview (the sizzle!), your qualifications, target audiences, marketing, comparative titles, chapter summaries, and three chapters); and

- CHILDREN’S fiction and non-fiction (no YA please). For Picture Books, please provide the whole text. This category may close quickly due to number of submissions (in other words, if you intend to submit later, please keep this in mind).

Diversity is important to me! If your manuscript reflects parts of your personal true story, please let me know in your bio or query!

HOT TIP! I ask for two comparable titles below and I agree that picking comps can be hard. The great news is that you can pick and choose pieces of popular media that describe your story instead of trying to find two titles that describe your project perfectly.

For example, you can say "(Your manuscript's title) embodies the vibe of (Title 1) and the quirky humour of (Title 2), etc..."

Another hot tip is to use popular titles that aren't "too" popular.

Unless I’ve made a specific request, please do not re-query me the same manuscript if I’ve already declined it (Sorry). I understand that this can be a challenge to see with the free version of Query Tracker, however, on our end, we can tell if you've queried us the same manuscript before.

If I’ve made the request to see your manuscript again, please let me know in the query. Please note, the categories I'm accepting may have changed since I requested seeing your manuscript a second time. Please pick the closest one now and let me know the details in the query letter.

***Absolutely NO AI-generated manuscripts, in whole or in part.***

Thank you!

Step 1. Tell us about the author

Fill in these author-related fields.

First Name: (required)

Last Name: (required)

E-Mail Address: (required)

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

Website Address: (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?

What are your preferred pronouns?

Do you have any awards that you're particularly proud of? Tell me everything!

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.

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The First 30 Pages of Your Book (or full book proposal if non-fiction):
(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 30 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.

Are there any content warnings I should be aware of?

What are the recent comparable titles for this manuscript (i.e., the two pieces of popular media (books/tv/film) that together describe your manuscript)? (required)

Do you write in any other categories or genres?

Step 3. For Artists and Illustrators

Provide illustrations or art samples, if applicable.

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

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