Query critiques and coaching

Landing an agent starts with an amazing query.

The querying process can make you question everything.

Querying literary agents can feel like an endless struggle. You begin querying agents because you believe in your work. But the querying process can leave you feeling deflated and unsure.

Are you receiving form rejections and crickets because your story is lacking? Or because your query didn’t hit the right notes?

Let’s remove the uncertainty

After signing with my own literary agent, I continued learning everything I could about how to write the strongest possible query.

For the years since, I have been helping authors develop effective queries through critiques and my popular query coaching sessions.

Victoria Griffin Book Editor
Victoria Griffin Book Editor

The soul of your story

A query isn’t just a condensed version of your book. It should capture the essence of your story.

It’s not about following a formula. It’s about knowing which questions to ask. That’s why my query coaching sessions are so effective.

I will ask questions that dig down to the heart of your story—to make sure agents see it too.

To any author who is considering getting their query read and revised but isn’t quite sure, please do it. The feedback I received on both my query letter and sample pages was extremely helpful and pointed out things I had hardly considered. My query letter is completely unrecognizable in the best way possible.
Grace Papas
As a new writer, I found myself drowning in a sea of information I found on the internet regarding querying, first ten pages, synopsis, and such. [Victoria] tossed me a line, showed me how to swim, and pointed me toward the shore.
John Hearon
I am so glad I took that first step to inquire about services with [Victoria]. I was uncertain how to proceed with improving my writing and querying and once I had that first conversation, I immediately felt at ease. A writing career is important enough to seek and secure professional help in order to keep moving forward. I only wish I had sought the services of Victoria Griffin much earlier!
Sharon Blevins
I love how professional Victoria is in everything she does. I think she knows the publishing industry and can provide aspiring writers with great insight into the secrets of the trade. I love how she made me feel comfortable talking about my project and that she understood all the different aspects of my novel. Victoria was a perfect match for me.
Maya
Query Coaching

Query Coaching

Query coaching is the most effective and efficient way to develop and strengthen your query. During a live Zoom session, we will rewrite your query, combining my querying experience with your personal knowledge of your story. This is the strongest option for writers who are committed to landing an agent.

During this process, we will dig into your characters and story. I’ll ask tough questions, and if there are weaknesses in your story, they’re likely to come to light.

My approach to coaching is much like my editing approach: tough but encouraging. I am honest about what needs work and areas that may become issues. But I recognize that your story means more to you than a stranger can see. During the querying process, the craft of writing meets the business. As a coach, I work to address both sides.

Includes:

  • Preliminary query critique
  • One-hour Zoom session
  • Follow-up notes on revisions
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Query Critique

Query Critique

A query critique involves focused feedback on your query. This is the best option if you’re on a budget or if you’re certain your query already contains all of the necessary elements and only needs changes to the way they are presented.

As with all of my query services, the emphasis is on developing a query that sells while remaining true to the story.

Includes:

  • Query critique with notes and edits
  • Follow-up notes on revisions
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Submission Package

Submission Package

Ensure your submission materials are strong, polished, and ready for your dream agent.

  • Query critique or query coaching
  • Synopsis critique
  • Edit of first ten pages
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