Everything You Need to Know About Queries

07/15/2025 - 7:00pm to 8:00pm EDT
Poetry/Fiction/Creative Nonfiction
Talk

Crafting a fantastic query letter is key to getting past the slush pile. Let's go deep into what makes a compelling query that gets noticed. Literary agent Jennie Dunham will break down the elements of a query letter and give you the tools to pitch your project with confidence. Whether you're just getting started or refining a draft, this is your chance to learn directly from someone who receives hundreds of queries every week.

This workshop will be recorded and available for 1 week after the live class.

  • Single Ticket: $100

  • Unlock the Secrets of Publishing series ticket: $300 (4 classes)

Save by purchasing a ticket for all 4 classes in the series:

  • June 24: Publishing AMA with Agent Annie Hwang

  • July 1: How the Acquisitions Process Works with Editor Jenny Xu

  • July 8: Contracts in the Age of AI with Literary Agent Marisa Corvisiero

  • July 15: Everything You Want to Know About Queries with Agent Jennie Dunham

Faculty Bio: Jennie Dunham (AALA, SCBWI member) represents literary fiction and nonfiction for adults and children's books for all ages. After working for three other agencies, she founded Dunham Literary, Inc. in 2000. She has represented numerous books which have appeared on the New York Times Bestseller lists and have won awards including Finalist for the L. A. Times Book Prize, Boston Globe Horn Book Honor, International Reading Association Award, and the Schneider Family Award.

Jennie Dunham likes literary writing with a strong narrative. Books she represents are character-driven with a commercial hook. She does not represent poetry, romance, or individual short stories and articles. Please see www.dunhamlit.com for more information about the agency and submitting. Follow her on social: @JennieDunhamLit

Cost is $102.50

Contact Information

Hudson Valley Writers Center
9143325953