How Do You Write A Query Letter For An Art Book?
Writing a query letter is an important step towards publishing your art book, as it may be the only information about your book your potential literary agent or editor reads. A good query letter must have a professional tone and a vivid description of your art book without resorting to gimmicks or other eye-catching tactics. Open a new word document or your email, depending on whether you are mailing or emailing the query. Type a formal salutation addressing the agent or editor by name, such as “Dear Mr. [Name].” If you are sending multiple queries, personally address each recipient by name. Write a short (two to three sentences) introduction of yourself and your art book to the agent or editor. Include the type of art you feature or discuss in your book, the word count of the manuscript rounded to the nearest thousandth and the age (children, teen or adult) your book is aimed at. If appropriate, state your reason for specifically querying the recipient, as in whether they represent si
