Mastering the Art of Query Letters
In this episode, Kenny talks with Abigail K. Perry about writing query letters. Abigail is the host of the Lit Match podcast, a show that helps writers find the best literary agent for their writing and literary career. Abigail talks with us about wh...
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About the Host
Kenny MacKay
Author & Podcast Host
Kenny MacKay is a self-published author and host of the Author Your Dream podcast. With three books in print, Kenny's works provide guidance and inspiration to aspiring writers looking to take their first steps in the world of self-publishing. Originally from the United States, Kenny has called the UK home since 2010, where he lives with his wife Jennifer and their three children.
Kenny's first book, Your Story is Worth Telling, took over three years to write due in part to his own tendency t