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Rachel Kent

Sending Book Query Letters in 2023? This post is for you.

January 30, 2023 //  by Rachel Kent//  2 Comments

If you are getting ready to send out your query and you are considering sending to Books & Such, this post is for you. I’d like to walk you through the behind-the-scenes process of what happens to your query letter …

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Sometimes it pays off to slow down

December 19, 2022 //  by Rachel Kent//  7 Comments

We’re always in such a hurry. Running the publishing race and jumping its many hurdles. Getting things done and doing them quickly is great, but there are certain areas where it’s a good idea to slow down and do it …

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How to get your manuscript into shape after NANOWRIMO.

November 7, 2022 //  by Rachel Kent//  3 Comments

Are you participating in NANOWRIMO this year? I know at least one of my clients is. I hope you are all doing well with meeting your daily goals!

As you work toward finishing your manuscript, it’s important to think about …

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Tips for Improving your Query Letter

September 26, 2022 //  by Rachel Kent//  5 Comments

If you are submitting query letters into the sea of literary agents and editors and you aren’t getting any bites, the reason could be one of these below. Also, it’s important to keep in mind that your query is one …

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How do you stay motivated to write?

August 15, 2022 //  by Rachel Kent//  8 Comments

What motivates you to write? Knowing what motivates you will help you focus and stay on task.  Plus, if you know where to go to get motivation when you’re feeling discouraged, you’ll get out of any writing slump faster. You …

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Happy 4th of July!

July 4, 2022 //  by Rachel Kent//  2 Comments

The team at Books & Such hopes you have a wonderful, safe Independence Day!

Do you have any special plans?

We went to a fireworks show last night. The first time the fireworks shows have been going since Covid shut …

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Encourage Others

May 16, 2022 //  by Rachel Kent//  8 Comments

A couple months ago, my daughter decided to wear some jeans instead of her usual leggings and she spent a little time picking out her outfit for the day. She felt a little unsure of what she was wearing, but …

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Is a book title important in your query letter?

March 28, 2022 //  by Rachel Kent//  7 Comments

During some conference appointments, I’ve heard authors say they didn’t work very hard on their title because they’ve heard that the publishing house will change it anyway. While the title is frequently changed by the publisher, there’s good reason to …

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The Query Process at Books & Such

February 7, 2022 //  by Rachel Kent//  5 Comments

If you are getting ready to send out your query and you are considering sending to Books & Such, this post is for you. I’d like to walk you through the behind-the-scenes process of what happens to your query letter.…

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Finding Balance During the Holidays

December 20, 2021 //  by Rachel Kent//  8 Comments

We are well into the holiday season already! Wow. I’m still shocked that it is December and we have 5 days until Christmas! YIKES!

The holidays are a time to refresh and recharge before we all jump into the new …

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