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2. I have a question about the dummies. From my research, publishers don’t want a finished book sent, as that tells the art directors you’re finished and not willing to work with them if they suggest changes; yet others say they want a professional looking dummy;

   So, do I just send them really well done line drawings of each page in dummy form, and a few colored illustrations to show style and art ability, or sketchy lines, say in pencil of each page to show how the story flows? I want it to be professional yet not give the impression it’s a ‘finished’ piece of work; I’m not sure how detailed it should be.

   Any suggestions would be great!

   Thanks again!!

   CG

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