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I’m stepping back from querying

I try to speak about the query process and my own experience trying to get a literary agent as honestly as possible. My goal has always been to be transparent and show just how difficult the industry can be, even when you’ve done all you can to create a great story. Too often, we only see people posting about the wins and the good stuff and it makes us feel like we’re doing something wrong. On that note, I want to be completely honest about where I am right now with my querying.

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