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Jeni Chappelle @jenichappelle.bsky.social · 2d

LIMITED TIME ONLY! Book a full manuscript critique by October 31st for any time between now and February 28, 2026, and receive 10% off.
Link in bio or go to www.jenichappelleeditorial.com/contact.

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Revise & Resub @reviseresub.bsky.social · 2d

THIS FRIDAY!!! Are you excited, #RevPit?! If you're gearing up to enter RevPit #10Queries, here's everything you need:

⭐Complete query letter
⭐First 5 pages of manuscript

The query and first 5 pages will need to be uploaded to the form in one document and should be a standard manuscript format

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Nadine Flint @nadineflintbooks.bsky.social · 2d

You don’t need a completed MS to take advantage of this opportunity. Don’t self reject! Send in your subs!

Revise & Resub @reviseresub.bsky.social · 2d

THIS FRIDAY!!! Are you excited, #RevPit?! If you're gearing up to enter RevPit #10Queries, here's everything you need:

⭐Complete query letter
⭐First 5 pages of manuscript

The query and first 5 pages will need to be uploaded to the form in one document and should be a standard manuscript format

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Jacqui Culler @cullerpictures.bsky.social · 2d

You’ve got a query? You’ve got your first 5 pages? Then you should definitely enter #10Queries this Friday!

Revise & Resub @reviseresub.bsky.social · 2d

THIS FRIDAY!!! Are you excited, #RevPit?! If you're gearing up to enter RevPit #10Queries, here's everything you need:

⭐Complete query letter
⭐First 5 pages of manuscript

The query and first 5 pages will need to be uploaded to the form in one document and should be a standard manuscript format

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Jeni Chappelle @jenichappelle.bsky.social · 5d

10% off full manuscript critiques. Contact link in bio.

#writingcommunity #writing #writewritewrite #writersofig #writerscommunity

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Jeni Chappelle @jenichappelle.bsky.social · 6d

Fall Sale! 🎃

I’m offering 10% off a full manuscript critique (for a 100K manuscript, that’s $200 off.)

You must secure your spot by October 31st, but you may book your start date for any availability between now and February 2026. Spots are limited.

www.jenichappelleeditorial.com/contact/

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Jeni Chappelle @jenichappelle.bsky.social · 7d

A logline is essentially a one-line pitch of your story. It should include your protagonist (not by name), a specific and measurable goal, and a conflict or antagonist.

Example: A smuggler must steal a container full of deadly chemicals before a corrupt government uses it to destroy her home.

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Jeni Chappelle @jenichappelle.bsky.social · 8d

Fall Sale! 🎃

I’m offering 10% off a full manuscript critique (for a 100K manuscript, that’s $200 off.)

You must secure your spot by October 31st, but you may book your start date for any availability between now and February 2026. Spots are limited.

www.jenichappelleeditorial.com/contact/

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Jeni Chappelle @jenichappelle.bsky.social · 8d

I’ve been working behind the scenes on some SECRET PROJECTS! I can’t wait to share them with you, and one of them includes an exclusive discount.

If you want to stay in the loop, make sure you’re subscribed to my email/newsletter list (link in bio).

#writingcommunity

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Jeni Chappelle @jenichappelle.bsky.social · 12d

querying authors, what are some things--like loglines or one-sentence pitches--that agents ask for and authors don't always know what to do with?

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Revise & Resub @reviseresub.bsky.social · 15d

Are you readying your manuscript to query agents? Preparing for this year’s RevPit event?

What better way to know if your query and first 5 pages have what it takes to stand out in the slush pile than to get an editor’s eye on it?

We are hosting a #10Queries event, October 10th - October 24th!

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Jeni Chappelle @jenichappelle.bsky.social · 13d

When the book you’ve had on hold on Libby wasn’t supposed to be ready for another 8 weeks but you get notified it’s available

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Jeni Chappelle @jenichappelle.bsky.social · 13d

My favorite revision tools involve making a plan. They let you look at your story from the highest level, then zoom in on each scene.

My Writing Reverse Outlines Like a Pro workshop is currently on sale for $27! You can find that plus free resources at www.jenichappelleeditorial.com.

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Feel like they're floundering when it comes to revisions.
Most of the time, all they need is a plan.
—Jeni Chappelle”

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#PitBLK @pitblk.bsky.social · 14d

Its the final countdown! Get any last minute pitches in by 8pm EST today!

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Jeni Chappelle @jenichappelle.bsky.social · 14d

Misconceptions about querying:

Queries must be perfect to send to an agent. FALSE.

Comps should be exactly like your book. NOPE!

An agent gave a form response on your last book, so they’re not going to want this one. INCORRECT.

For more, check this IG post: www.instagram.com/p/DO_E-tkD8_2/

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Jeni Chappelle @jenichappelle.bsky.social · 15d

Now booking limited spots for winter:

🖋️Manuscript Critiques
🖋️Query Package Critiques
🖋️Consultations
🖋️A la carte services

For more information, check out my website, or contact me through the link in my bio.
www.jenichappelleeditorial.com

#writingcommunity

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Jeni Chappelle @jenichappelle.bsky.social · 15d

Now booking limited spots for winter:

🖋️Manuscript Critiques
🖋️Query Package Critiques
🖋️Consultations
🖋️A la carte services

For more information, check out my website, or contact me through the link in my bio.
www.jenichappelleeditorial.com

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#writingcommunity

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Jeni Chappelle @jenichappelle.bsky.social · 16d

Sometimes when an author is getting “can’t connect” feedback, there aren’t enough character reactions on the page. Just like real humans, your MC needs to react to every stimulus, big and small, and the strength of their reactions needs to show the importance of that stimulus.

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Jeni Chappelle @jenichappelle.bsky.social · 20d

I love genre-bending stories, and Lora's was no exception. The beauty of a genre-bending book is that you can imagine finding it on the shelves of either genre.

As with so much writing, doing this well is all about doing it with intention.

#WritingCommunity

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Jeni Chappelle @jenichappelle.bsky.social · 22d

Writers are smart, but many feel constrained by structure. If you're having trouble with your pacing, though, structure can help identify issues.

Your story needs a new major plot point every 12.5% of your total wc. If something feels “off,” check that first! And remember—this is just a guideline.

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Jeni Chappelle @jenichappelle.bsky.social · 22d

Learning different story structures can feel overwhelming, but once you know them, you can use what works for you.

When studying a new-to-you structure, read a published novel at the same time.

Keep all the notes about the books in a “reading journal.”

Get a friend involved to compare notes!

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Jeni Chappelle @jenichappelle.bsky.social · 24d

Writing a query letter is a different skill set than writing a book! Even if your query letter skills are stellar, it’s subjective—good agents and editors are readers! What works for one may not work for another.

Keep that chin up, and if you need some professional help click the links in my bio.

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Jeni Chappelle @jenichappelle.bsky.social · 27d

SAVE THE DATE

#RevPit #10Queries coming Oct 10. 100+ winners get feedback on query + 1st 5 pages

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Jeni Chappelle @jenichappelle.bsky.social · Mar 28

All right, #RevPit, who's ready for my first #10Queries?

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#PitchDis @pitchdis.com · 27d

Today's the LAST DAY to get those #PitchDis pitches in! The form will close tonight at 8pm EDT and won't reopen until the next event next year, so make sure you send yours in before then!

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#PitchDis Pitch Form

Please enter the following information to participate in #PitchDis 2025! Your pitch will be displayed to editors and agents exactly as it is entered, so make sure you have entered it correctly. No c...

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Jeni Chappelle @jenichappelle.bsky.social · 27d

As many readers do!

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