Handling Outstanding Queries When an Agent Offers Representation

Was that title specific enough? So you've got your masterpiece out to five amazing agents, and one of them offers representation. I meant when you're done with that. (Where did you get the horse head?) You must contact the other agents who have your query or your full manuscript. A major reason some agents have... Continue Reading →

The July Postcard Post: Russ Cox

The Sub It Club welcomes Russ Cox this month. If you haven't come across Russ's illustrations before, you're in for a treat. Let's find out about Russ and his latest postcard. RUSS COX was raised by a pack of crazed hillbillies in the backwoods of Tennessee. Without much in the way of modern conveniences, like... Continue Reading →

July Contest Round-Up

As I'm sure you've noticed by now, Online Pitch Contests are everywhere these days! To help you keep track of the available contest opportunities, we'll post a list each month of the upcoming contests we've heard about. We also have a Writing Contests Pinterest board, which we try to keep updated on all the contests... Continue Reading →

The June Postcard Post: Elizabeth Rose Stanton

The Sub It Club is thrilled to feature the work of Elizabeth Rose Stanton this month. I first came across Elizabeth's work on Facebook where she treats everyone to gorgeous daily sketches. I'm looking forward to seeing what Elizabeth has in store for us today so, take it away, Elizabeth! Elizabeth Rose Stanton studied art... Continue Reading →

Simultaneous Submissions–Choose Wisely

This post is quick, down and dirty. Most agents and editors understand that you are querying multiple outlets at once. In fact, many expect you to--they don't want your hopes and dreams to rest in their hands alone. Yes, there are a few who would like an exclusive, and I can understand why. Bad behavior... Continue Reading →

Tracking Your Queries–What’s In, What’s Out, What’s All About

Sub It Club has gotten you so informed...So motivated...So downright professional...That you have scores and scores of queries out for all those manuscripts you've squirreled away for the last decade.Which brings us to the problem of having an embarrassment of riches--keeping track of that embarrassment of riches.My first batch of queries, when I was a... Continue Reading →

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