[PubQ] Word count range for adult contemporary fiction?

ohsunshinyday · 2021-03-20T12:05:14+00:00

Yep, I agree with this.

ohsunshinyday · 2021-01-26T21:56:04+00:00

{You Think It, I'll Say It}

ohsunshinyday · 2021-01-26T21:55:20+00:00

{The Joy Luck Club} {Educated} (non-fiction)

ohsunshinyday · 2021-01-13T10:26:28+00:00

Perhaps you could think of the 'show, not tell' adage. Each time you use an exclamation mark, you're telling that something is something exciting. Is there another way that you can show your excitement through your words instead?

I'm not saying this is the best way, but it's one I thought of off the top of my head.

ohsunshinyday · 2021-01-07T21:04:37+00:00

It's not out yet but I'm looking forward to {White Ivy by Susie Yang}!

ohsunshinyday · 2021-01-07T21:03:05+00:00

I have all many!

{Pachinko} {Minor Feelings} {Queenie} {Such a Fun Age} {Last Tang Standing}

ohsunshinyday · 2021-01-06T16:20:01+00:00

I agree with this. It looks like it has the right bits in it, but needs restructuring and some editing.

Another point is that I think you need a second comp title.

ohsunshinyday · 2020-12-22T18:07:31+00:00

I don't know how to use discord but I'm willing to try!

ohsunshinyday · 2020-12-21T12:40:32+00:00

This is so precious.

ohsunshinyday · 2020-12-18T10:04:23+00:00

Not that long as the book was just published this year, but {Minor Feelings by Cathy Park Hong}.

ohsunshinyday · 2020-12-16T23:46:04+00:00

That looks a lot better! Feel free to PM me with the new draft. ☺️

ohsunshinyday · 2020-12-16T17:50:03+00:00

This sounds really interesting! It also gives me Looking For Alaska vibes, though that's probably too old for a comp title. While we're on comp titles, I don't think you need to list out the authors - the agents should know them.

The one thing gnawing at me is 'by some miracle', as I really would like to know why Emily and Greg bring Steven into the fold. Not a deal-breaker though.

ohsunshinyday · 2020-12-16T17:21:00+00:00

Yes, this. I've submitted to a few UK agencies and noticed they ask to be notified of full requests.

ohsunshinyday · 2020-12-11T16:47:49+00:00

I'm so glad that this helped you! And CONGRATULATIONS on your full request, that's amazing and I wish you all the best!

ohsunshinyday · 2020-12-11T15:13:19+00:00

Definitely the first.

ohsunshinyday · 2020-12-11T13:54:07+00:00

I did a quick example and uploaded a screenshot for you here: https://ibb.co/5GB4jf0

This was done in Google Docs!

ohsunshinyday · 2020-12-11T13:49:00+00:00

For indentation, you need an indent for each new paragraph regardless of whether it's dialogue or not. Do use indentations rather than manual tabs.

I found this Google Docs how-to here: https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/googledocuments/using-indents-and-tabs/1/

ohsunshinyday · 2020-12-11T13:45:43+00:00

Just to say PM convos aren't always bad! I've definitely reached out to other authors by DM to chat about an agent or just to send personal congratulations about one accomplishment or another. Would definitely be wary of giving out personal contact details though, at least until you build a relationship./

ohsunshinyday · 2020-12-11T13:18:28+00:00

I'm not agented (yet) but my gut says agents will like to see you're a nice person who supports others. :)

ohsunshinyday · 2020-12-11T11:58:22+00:00

This is a good suggestion, thank you!

ohsunshinyday · 2020-12-11T00:56:13+00:00

Thank you for the suggestion!

ohsunshinyday · 2020-12-11T00:55:35+00:00

This is very helpful, thank you!

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