Today's Book Tip: Build Up to Your Pitch

In her latest post, literary agent Rachelle Gardner shares what she personally appreciates in a pitch. While many writers launch straight into the heart of their story, Gardner advises slowing down and providing some context. Make sure to include your name, the genre you're writing in, your publishing history, and your tagline. Then -- and only then -- are you ready to launch into your 3 minutes (max) pitch.