If youâre preparing to query literary agents, your book synopsis is one of the key components to your submission package but itâs also one of the most. Writers are told to summarize their books but are rarely taught what that means. Often what they send ends up sounding like a different story entirely. Itâs either too vague, too voicey, or too focused on the wrong plot beats.
The result is that many manuscripts get passed over because the synopsis doesnât clearly show cause and effect, character motivation, an escalation of stakes, and strong narrative control.
In this 90-minute live webinar, literary agent Jessica Berg teaches you how to write a synopsis that aligns with the manuscript youâve written. Together, weâll break down how to translate a full novel into a concise, professional synopsis that preserves the core of your story and helps you get it onto the page. Youâll leave with a repeatable framework you can use for any novel as well as a clear understanding of what industry professionals are evaluating when theyâre reading synopses.
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Jessica Berg
Jessica Berg is agency director and founder of Rosecliff Literary. She works closely with authors across fiction and nonfiction genres and is known for practical, transparent guidance on querying, positioning, and submission strategy. Jessica teaches writers internationally through workshops, intensives, and live training programs. Her approach is direct, encouraging, and focused on helping writers present their work with clarity and confidence in a competitive market. Find out more about her process at jessicaberg.me and more about Rosecliff Literary here.
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