What’s your favorite proposal of all time?
Since it’s our tenth anniversary, I thought I’d pull out a couple of questions I’ve had sitting around for a long time, just because they’ll be fun to explore. SEVERAL people have asked me what my favorite proposal of all time is. Certainly having a romance novel manuscript sent to me wrapped in a thong would be in the top five (a true story, by the way — and I didn’t know if I should touch it, since I wasn’t sure where that thong had been). And getting not just a manuscript, but a box filled with a musical CD, t-shirt, and plush toy about Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer’s little brother remains a highlight (in case you’re wondering, his nose didn’t glow — his tail did… in case Santa wanted to put him in the back of the line and, I don’t know, get a tan or something). Also the time I got a threatening letter from a guy who claimed he and his son were “the two secret witnesses of Revelation,” and had been “sent by God to Chip MacGregor by name, in order to reveal the truth to the world.” (I’m not kidding. The author included a letter that said he expected to see “a sizable advance” and warned me that if I did not, God was going to “send heavenly weather events that will kick your ass.”) This is one of the many reasons I’ve loved having part of my career in the religious market. However, the BEST proposal letter I’ve ever been sent is this one…
Yes, this was sent to me by “The President of the Invisible World,” and her two books were Sex with Angels and Hearing Voices? You’re Not Mentally Ill! (If you read through it, you’ll find the author has written a screenplay to Sex with Angels, though I’m probably not old enough to read the manuscript.) I’ve always wondered why I needed to contact her before 3 pm… maybe that’s when the meds kick in.
Okay, so there you have it. My favorite pitches of all time. -Chip
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Oh my gosh. That’s insane. XD I have no idea what I’d think if someone ever sent me something like that.
It probably depends on how much you’ve had to drink, Victoria Grace…
This made me laugh. Thanks for making my morning.
You’re welcome, Stacy. Thanks for commenting.
So, did you reply and request some sample chapters to find out about sex with angels, even if only from morbid curiosity?
No. I handed it to the agent who represents all the projects for The Invisible World.
I admit it. I laughed until I hurt.
Thanks, Eva.
Oh my word.
Yes. Exactly.
I know. It just moves you, Deanna! :o)
Sooooo … did you check amazon to be able to “look inside” ?? 😉
Unfortunately, these are not available on Amazon. You can’t just GIVE STUFF LIKE THIS AWAY, Pam.
Today before 3 p.m. I will shut down my business and become a Lit agent. I know I will never sell a book, but imagine the fun reading the Queries.
You’ll be as happy as a bee hive spilling over with honey, Allen.
I will tell you about my 911 day and the following weeks. But I am on a sail boat since Sunday with limited time. Soon. Btw
Well. Don’t I just feel like a (perfectly sane and underwhelming ) literary failure.
But, being from Vancouver, which is the Canadian equivalent of Los Angeles, I’m pretty sure I knew people like this.
And if she’s SO psychic, didn’t she already know your reaction?
Too busy with the duties as president, no doubt, Jennifer. And yes, you’ve been a slacker. Have you even volunteered to assist with any invisible activities?
That’s. Just. Creeeepy! LOL
To the unbelievers, there’s just nothing we can do to convince you, Bonnie… :o)
She may need to rethink her stance on voices and the mentally ill.
What I want to know about is her stance on sex with angels, Robin.
Alas, things didn’t go well for President St Catherine. Her website domain is up for sale. If only you had contacted her before 3:00 PM…
I know! She’s moved full-time into the invisible world, I assume.
Oh my. You just made my night. Congrats on 10 years, Chip!!!
Thanks, Lisa!
Did anyone else feel the urge to go to psychicwriting.com?
Yes. I’m sure many did. I see it’s available, if you want to pick it up, Bethany…
*throws head back and laughs* I can imagine it would be quite the boost for my career! ha!
I didn’t know being an agent could be so entertaining!
On occasion, Janet Ann.
I knew I had to SHOW it, since no one would believe me if I just DESCRIBED it.
And we are so glad you did. This made my day.
I hate to rain on your apparently visible world, but she’s obviously a TOTAL FRAUD! If you had truly been pioneered, you would clearly see that. If you’d like to be pioneered, let me know. I know a guy.
Keep taking the tablets, Michael…
Wow – I never thought about some of the more interesting queries agents must receive on occasion. Thanks for sharing!
It can be a fascinating job, Shawn.