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How to Write a Novel Pitch

You’ve finally finished writing, revising and vetting your novel. In addition, you may have poured endless hours into writing your synopsis. Now, as if those writing requirements to become a published author weren’t tough enough, the hard part begins. You must begin the tough task of selling your novel to an agent or publisher. Selling, or pitching your novel, however, doesn’t have to leave you frustrated. Your novel pitch is one of the most important aspects of becoming a published author. It is, after all, what attracts your future agent or publisher to your novel.

Instructions

  1. How to Write a Novel Pitch

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      Write a short pitch. This pitch is the summary of your novel. According to Louisa Burton's FictionCraft, your pitch should be is either one to two sentences long. Since this is your sales pitch, include an attention-grabbing first sentence.

      If you’re counting words, your pitch should be approximately 50 words or less.

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      Emphasize your conflict in your pitch. It’s an important element of your story and in selling your novel. Information about your novel’s conflict is what your future publisher or editor what to know about.

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      Include important details about your novel. In your next short paragraph, let your future agent or publisher know details like the names of your main characters, plot and length of your novel in words. Also incorporate the type of novel, romance or contemporary, for instance, in your pitch.

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