How to Find The Hook in Your Book

<p><span>In this episode of Books with Hooks, hosts </span><strong>Bianca, Carly and CeCe</strong><span> chat with </span><strong>Leslie</strong><span>, winner of our flash fiction contest, about her query letter for a YA dystopian novel. They explore the story’s themes, how to structure a compelling query, and why tension and stakes are key. </span><strong>Carly</strong><span> and </span><strong>CeCe</strong><span> weigh in with feedback on character depth, the virus’s role in the plot, and ensuring the protagonist drives the action. The conversation drives home the power of a strong Act One to lay the groundwork for the entire novel.</span></p><p><span>Note: Cece Lyra is a literary agent at Wendy Sherman Associates. If you’d like to query CeCe, please refer to the submission guidelines at www.wsherman.com. Carly Watters is a literary agent at P.S. Literary Agency, but her work on this podcast is not affiliated with the agency, and the views expressed by Carly on this podcast are sole...