Writing a Novel Pitch

Why is having a written pitch for your novel important?

• It is only needed for marketing purposes.

• It is a key component of a query letter.

• It is used for character development.

• It helps in writing the novel.

What should you consider when tailoring your pitch?

• The length of your novel.

• The number of characters in your story.

• The specific place and person you are pitching to.

• The genre of your novel.

What is the first step in creating a pitch?

• Designing a book cover.

• Developing character backstories.

• Writing a detailed synopsis.

• Creating a one-sentence pitch.

What should a one-sentence pitch include?

• The ending of the story.

• A list of all characters.

• The most important quality of your character and core conflict.

• A detailed plot summary.

What is the role of the inciting incident in a pitch?

• It describes the resolution of the story.

• It introduces the main character.

• It sets up the world of the story.

• It is a key part of the story structure and should be reflected in the pitch.

Why is it important to set up conflict, goals, and stakes in your pitch?

• To introduce all characters.

• To describe the setting in detail.

• To show that you have a well-structured story.

• To make the pitch longer.

How can you hint at larger themes in your pitch?

• By ending on a note that shows a cohesive narrative.

• By stating them outright.

• By listing all themes at the beginning.

• By dedicating most of the pitch to them.

What is a common challenge when writing a pitch?

• Describing the setting in detail.

• Focusing only on the main character.

• Making it too short.

• Including too many details.

What should you leave out of your pitch?

• The main conflict.

• Side plots and minor details.

• The main character's traits.

• The inciting incident.

What is the purpose of a pitch?

• To showcase the most important elements of the story.

• To summarize the entire book.

• To describe the setting in detail.

• To introduce all characters.