{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"#320: Emma\u2019s Book Querying Journey","description":"In this week's episode, Emma is telling the story of her querying journey and the path to traditionally publishing her romance novel. It's a great story, and we are very excited for you to get to hear it. We're also going to answer a listener question about holiday decorating and a hot take about potlucks.   Thank you to this week\u2019s sponsor: Try their products and support our show by going to DrinkLMNT.com\/ABeautifulMess. Receive 10% off + free shipping at Tumbleliving.com\/MESS. Get an exclusive 20% off their first order at pendulum.co\/MESS.   On holiday decorations: Elsie - complete but likes to buy 1 thing every year for fun Emma - Adding to her collections   Check out The Artist\u2019s Way by Julia Cameron   Check out Query Bootcamp by Lauren Kay   What goes into a query letter: A hook (very short one paragraph what your book is, don\u2019t give away the ending) A synopsis Some comparable titles 1-2 paragraphs about yourself what your writing goals are   https:\/\/reedsy.com\/   Tips for navigating rejections: Talk about it with others Find inspiration books It\u2019s ok to feel sad   You can support us by leaving us a couple of 5 star recipe reviews this week at abeautifulmess.com Have a topic idea for the podcast? Write in to us at podcast@abeautifulmess.com or leave us a voicemail at 417-893-0011.   ","author_name":"A Beautiful Mess Podcast","author_url":"http:\/\/abmpodcast.libsyn.com\/website","html":"