I just sent a new writer a copy of a one-sheet I composed for my non-fiction book. I hope to pitch this book at my conference in March and then again at the Mt. Hermon conference. I told her that many writers use a one-sheet presentation when they pitch to editors.
But then I wondered how true that really is. I hear writers talking about them a lot, and in the group editorial sessions I have been in, I would say maybe 50% of those pitching their manuscripts hand the editor a one-sheet.
I like handing the editor a little something to remember me and my book by. I don't know if they keep them or toss them, but I figure what can it hurt to have that little extra element to help them recall my face and pitch.
So, tell me. Do any of you writers out there use a one-sheet during an editorial appointment? Do you think it gives any kind of advantage?
I have only been to one big conference but I brought one sheets and let me tell you, I would have been lost without them. I handed them out at appointments, at lunches, and in between during an impromptu chat with an agent. I'd say, if you don't want to do them because they take time, then just make them simple. Make them professional, and put a great summary on there.
ReplyDeleteI definitely like to have a one sheet on hand. They don't get lost as easily as a business card can and aren't as cumbersome for editors as a book proposal. And I agree with Cindy, it helps to have them be as professional as possible.
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