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The Writing Coach Podcast 25: Using juicy quotes in your pitches

The Writing Coach Podcast 25: Using juicy quotes in your pitches

Quotes aren’t necessary when submitting a query to an editor, which is one reason why including a good one helps make a pitch really stand out. Original reporting brings new insight and life to most articles, and a well-placed quote shows editors you’ve got access, a good ear, and motivation.

In today’s episode, you’ll:
• Learn how a quote can improve your chances of getting your story assigned
• Find places to get fresh quotes without any interviews
• Schedule a 15­-minute pre-­reporting interview for maximum effect
• Understand your resistance to this approach and how to manage it to get the results you want

Click to listen to episode 25 of the Writing Coach Podcast:

WCP25 Using juicy quotes in your pitches

Quotes aren’t necessary when submitting a query to an editor, which is one reason why including a good one helps make a pitch really stand out. A story proposal should have the same DNA as the final story.

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Mentioned on today’s show:

WCP 24: Which comes first, the pitch or the interview?

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