How do you write a book query?

First and foremost if you are ready to start querying agents you absolutely need to purchase a copy of Writer's Market 2008: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1582974977/ref=wl... It lists agents and publishers across the country and contains /very/ helpful information on how to write query letters, book proposals and more. This book is a must for aspiring authors.

Until you purchase Writer's Market 2008 you can review the following links for helpful information on how to write query letters and book proposals:

http://www.agentquery.com/writer_hq.aspx

http://nathanbransford.blogspot.com/2007/02/how-to...

http://nathanbransford.blogspot.com/2007/01/are-yo...

http://bookendslitagency.blogspot.com/2008/03/what...

http://lyonsliterary.blogspot.com/2007/03/proposal...

http://www.absolutewrite.com/forums/showthread.php...

There are also many books in libraries and bookstores on how to write great book proposals.

I'm really more versed with the processes for submitting fiction, which are largely different from non-fiction. However, I do believe they have information on both over at agentquery.com.

Actually, if I remember correctly, it's usually more like pitching an article when you're approaching a publisher about a non-fiction book. Non-fiction is where a book proposal comes into play. Queries are generally more for fiction. The publishing and agent forums over at writers.net are also a good place to ask. There are quite a few non-fiction authors over there who are generally very helpful.

1 paragraph summary of your book. Short sweet, and to the point. Needs your name, your phone number, your agent if you ahev one, and contact information for them. Also include a SASE.

Often with a pen or pencil.

this might help

http://www.soyouwanna.com/site/minis/mini/publishb...