My First Query Letter - Help!

Start it like you would start a story. Include a nut graph. Include a quote from someone you talked to for the story. In my experience pitching a story with a quote in it has made a difference. It shows the editor you are on top of the story and makes it a little more of an interesting read. Close by saying why the article you are pitching is important to readers. Keep everything short and tight. Aim for a half of a page. Don't go over a page. If you have not written for the publication before, I would start by pitching your strongest idea and hold onto the other ones for now. This is the formula that has worked for me. Hope this helps.