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How to Perfect Your Query Letter

2026-02-17 19:00:00 2026-02-17 20:00:00 America/Chicago How to Perfect Your Query Letter Audrey Wilson, author, screenwriter and producer, will cover everything writers need to know about crafting a successful query letter for a literary agent or editor. R Main Library - Cook Room

Tuesday, February 17
7:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-02-17 19:00:00 2026-02-17 20:00:00 America/Chicago How to Perfect Your Query Letter Audrey Wilson, author, screenwriter and producer, will cover everything writers need to know about crafting a successful query letter for a literary agent or editor. R Main Library - Cook Room

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Audrey Wilson, author, screenwriter and producer, will cover everything writers need to know about crafting a successful query letter for a literary agent or editor. R

She will highlight everything from sourcing the best agents and publishers for your genre, to shaping your logline, writing a killer synopsis and picking comp titles. 

Their book will be available for purchase after the program. Preferred payment options are cash, credit card, or Zelle. 

R = Registration required.

AGE GROUP: | Adult |

EVENT TYPE: | Business & Career | Adult |

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Audrey Wilson, author, screenwriter and producer, will cover everything writers need to know about crafting a successful query letter for a literary agent or editor. R
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