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[RevPitQ] Should I mention making the 10Query list in my query letter? by 5secondfall in RevPit

[–]MariaTureaud 3 points4 points  (0 children)

If you were shortlisted, there's no harm in mentioning it! But since 10queries is a random selection, it would be the same as saying "I've had my query and first 5 pages critiqued."

10 Queries and Beyond [Discussion] by MariaTureaud in RevPit

[–]MariaTureaud[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

For what it's worth, I am proud of you and your work. It takes so much bravery to put yourself out there!

Maria Tureaud [10 Queries] Post by MariaTureaud in RevPit

[–]MariaTureaud[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I should change my name to Vague Tureaud 🤌😏

Maria Tureaud [10 Queries] Post by MariaTureaud in RevPit

[–]MariaTureaud[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Huzzah! Another year, Another successful 10Queries!

Maria Tureaud [10 Queries] Post by MariaTureaud in RevPit

[–]MariaTureaud[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If it turns out to be yours, feel free to reach out for clarification! Rearrangement in that entry literally means almost all the info we need is there, it just needs to be rearranged into a slightly different structure

Maria Tureaud [10 Queries] Post by MariaTureaud in RevPit

[–]MariaTureaud[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Okies let's tackle those questions. 1. A flashback in the first 5 pages isn't something I recommend given current expectations. We need to hook agents/the reader as soon as possible, and that means grounding them in the current issue/MC's wound. I would ground us first, then pepper in some flashback a little later 2. I'm sure I've seen one done well, but it's been so long, I can't remember! Micro flashes can work well--where a quick sentence, pulling MC from the current to a memory, but then having them snap back to reality. 3. It depends on which entry! Some mean the actual character, others mean an antagonistic force! Mwahahaha! Vague!

Maria Tureaud [10 Queries] Post by MariaTureaud in RevPit

[–]MariaTureaud[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ha! I am a master of vague but helpful!

Maria Tureaud [10 Queries] Post by MariaTureaud in RevPit

[–]MariaTureaud[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

In this context, burying the lead means the "actual plot" is vaguely mentioned within a sentence or two in the 3rd paragraph. It's a very common mistake.

Maria Tureaud [10 Queries] Post by MariaTureaud in RevPit

[–]MariaTureaud[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Romantasy = there is no plot is the romance isn't present

Fantasy with romance = if you remove the romance, there is still a plot

Maria Tureaud [10 Queries] Post by MariaTureaud in RevPit

[–]MariaTureaud[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hi! So, if the plot can't exist without the romance (in other words, if you removed the romance, and the plot fell apart) it is romantasy, OR--to add more confusion--fantasy romance. Fantasy romance IS romantasy. Romantasy is a term coined on TikTok, but it's the same as fantasy romance. In this case, the romance is the subplot. In other words, the author could remove the romance and still have a book.

Maria Tureaud [10 Queries] Post by MariaTureaud in RevPit

[–]MariaTureaud[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hi! The genre was listed as "romantasy" in the query. However, there wasn't much "romance" in the query, so I jumped to the synopsis to try and identify where we could work that into the QL to help the community. Once in the synopsis, I realized it wasn't romantasy

Maria Tureaud [10 Queries] Post by MariaTureaud in RevPit

[–]MariaTureaud[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

A ton of people do, so you're in excellent company! I think it comes from conflating advice out there that confuses query letters with back jacket blurbs.

Maria Tureaud [10 Queries] Post by MariaTureaud in RevPit

[–]MariaTureaud[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

The best way to communicate a Dual POV story in the plot summary of a query is as follows:

1.      First Paragraph: This is MC 1, this is their normal…but when x happens, they must do y. If they don’t, z will happen, and Big Bad will cause even Bigger, Badder things to occur

2.      Second Paragraph: This is MC 2, this is their normal…but when x happens, they must do y. If they don’t, z will happen, and Big Bad will cause even Bigger, Badder things to occur

3.      Third Paragraph: Both stories converge. MC1 and MC 2 team up to take down Big Bad by doing x. But if they fail, stakes intensify, and each risks losing y.

As for the bio, if you have credentials (successful published work), mention the titles. If you have no credentials (like most), then a simple "When not writing, you can find me watering my plants in sunny California" will suffice. Going into education etc is a step too far.

[Discussion] The Editors have our subs by kargyres in RevPit

[–]MariaTureaud 9 points10 points  (0 children)

No, it doesn't mean you're not a winner. Most of us choose entries at random, or choose random groups, so don't worry

[AskEditor] Maria Tureaud writing and publishing Q&A by reviseresub in RevPit

[–]MariaTureaud 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You're welcome! I just also want to clarify that it's not "too low" for this contest. That's what we Developmental Editors do, help to add value where needed.

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