Okay, please forgive me if this is in the wrong place. Also forgive me for bringing up a topic that has been worked over many times, but I tried to do searches on this site and had no luck in getting my question answered.
In response to my query, I have been asked by an agent to submit a one page synopsis and three sample chapters. The chapters are easy, but I am freaking out over the synopsis. Please help. I understand that it is an overview of the entire book but I am still in the dark about the exact format and amount of information that should be included.
My book is non-fiction. What are the most important things to cover in the synopsis? I have read all kinds of different views on this. Some say word count, some suggest to write about how the book will be marketed. Others say just give a summary of the book.
Also, in what order should all of the information be given?
Thanks so much for your thoughts and suggestions.
~Marina
In response to my query, I have been asked by an agent to submit a one page synopsis and three sample chapters. The chapters are easy, but I am freaking out over the synopsis. Please help. I understand that it is an overview of the entire book but I am still in the dark about the exact format and amount of information that should be included.
My book is non-fiction. What are the most important things to cover in the synopsis? I have read all kinds of different views on this. Some say word count, some suggest to write about how the book will be marketed. Others say just give a summary of the book.
Also, in what order should all of the information be given?
Thanks so much for your thoughts and suggestions.
~Marina
