- Resubmit a second query letter or manuscript because there are mistakes in the first one.
- Take the first agenting offer you get, or forget to inform other agents that you have an offer of representation.
- Send out your manuscript to all your possible agents at the same time.
- Forget to follow the detailed and unique instructions for submission on your agent’s website.
- Talk about how much your children or grandchildren loved your book.
- Compare your book to Harry Potter or Twilight.
- Promise the agent money.
- Talk about what a great movie your book is going to make.
- Demand a certain amount of money before you are willing to sell your book.
- Assume an agent NOT responding means they’re continuing to consider your book.