POLISHING YOUR PITCH You've got one minute. Maybe less. Can you make an agent or editor want to read your manuscript? A great pitch isn't a synopsis—it's an invitation. In this engaging webinar, veteran editor, author, and educator Emma Walton Hamilton will show you how to distill your story into a clear, compelling pitch that highlights its hook, heart, and market appeal without giving away the entire plot. You'll learn what publishing professionals are really looking for in queries, the most common mistakes writers make, and simple techniques for transforming a rambling description into a pitch that opens doors. Perfect for anyone preparing for conferences, writing query letters, or submitting manuscripts, this session will help you present your work with clarity, confidence, and impact.
Event Info
You've got one minute. Maybe less. Can you make an agent or editor want to read your manuscript?
A great pitch isn't a synopsis—it's an invitation. In this engaging webinar, veteran editor, author, and educator Emma Walton Hamilton will show you how to distill your story into a clear, compelling pitch that highlights its hook, heart, and market appeal without giving away the entire plot.
You'll learn what publishing professionals are really looking for in queries, the most common mistakes writers make, and simple techniques for transforming a rambling description into a pitch that opens doors. Perfect for anyone preparing for conferences, writing query letters, or submitting manuscripts, this session will help you present your work with clarity, confidence, and impact.
About the Presenter
Emma Walton Hamilton
EMMA WALTON HAMILTON is a best-selling and award-winning author, editor, educator, producer, performer, and writing coach. Together with her mother, Julie Andrews, she has co-authored over thirty-five books for children and adults, nine of which have been on the New York Times best-seller list.
Replay
The session will have a 30-day replay, if you can’t make it to the live session. Replay link will be emailed to you the day after the session.