Sample Query Letter

Welcome!

I can use any advice on structure or content. I am using the query letter below to introduce my novel Stonegate. The letter itself had indentations instead of spaces for paragraphs.

Looking forward to your feedback. Thanks.
Bob

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Literary Agency
Street
New York, NY

Author
Address
Phone /fax/ email


Attn: Agent name

I read on Publishers Marketplace that you are interested in mystery thrillers. I thought you might enjoy, Stonegate, my third novel. I invite you to review the manuscript and consider representing me.

The Knights of Light are cleansed from the earth during the 12th century Roman Crusades. In 1915, William Burke (antagonist) reanimates the Church on Stonegate Street, deals deception, and is now due his reward . . . immortality on earth!
2007, Gail Cullen, (protagonist) a divorced writer, buys a stately Gardenville home built in 1916. Soon, Gail is thinking 50 Stonegate Street is haunted. She explores Stonegate’s secrets and discovers a direct communication between God and Man. Gail uncovers the truth of the Knights of Light. Now she must face William and defend the world or die.

I am a fifty-three year old Realtor. My networking skills may prove to be an asset during promotion. I have been writing seriously for three years and I am currently working on my fourth novel. I am looking for an agent with whom I can build my career. I am impressed with what I have read about you in ++++++++++. It would be an honor to work with you on Stonegate.

Thank you in advance for taking time to consider my work. May I send you sample chapters or a copy of the completed manuscript?



Sincerely,


Robert M. Jones