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Agent Interview: Jennifer Weltz

Describe what you're looking for in 25 characters or less.

Voice, story, original

What sets you apart from other agents who look at the same type of material?

Experience and a dedication to a holistic approach to an author's career.

What is the best advice you can give someone who is considering submitting work to you?

When crafting your query, make sure it is infused with your writing style and voice in the story. I want to be surprised and intrigued!

Describe the ideal manuscript.

Great writing, well paced, strong voice.

What do submitters most often get wrong about your submissions process?

They don't give a clear description of their book

How much do you want to know about the person submitting to you?

I want a brief bio with anything that could help me understand why they are best qualified to be writing this particular story.

How much of a manuscript do you read before making the decision to reject it?

I read every query, but not always to the end if I know my decision before.
If I request chapters, I read them all unless the writing is not up to par which I can tell within a paragraph or so.
Again, if I request the manuscript, I will read to the end unless there is an element that convinces me that this is not for me earlier in the read.

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