Literary Agent
Maria, Maria 🎶 @msmariavicente
@marivisoliven @kurestinarmada That cat!It depends how many requested manuscripts we have sitting on our desk + the work we have to do for current clients. #askPSLA
For that reason, it's honestly impossible to give a timeframe for submissions. #askPSLA
Literary Agent
marivi soliven @marivisoliven
#askPSLA how many weeks does it take an agent 2 read & decide on rep'ing an 85,000 word novel? @msmariavicente @kurestinarmada? pic.twitter.com/blZAdOrNLXThat cat!
It depends how many requested manuscripts we have sitting on our desk + the work we have to do for current clients. #askPSLA
Literary Agent
Michael Alperstein @TruthLoveLight
If we've fixed as many potholes as possible & had others help us fix them... is it okay to have a few very small plot holes left? #askPSLAI would expect any submission I'm reading to be completely rid of plot holes. #askPSLA
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Fallon *has joined the DarkSide* 😈 DeMornay @FallonDemornay
Is 100k too long for a debut YA epic fantasy with three povs? #askPSLA100k would be my absolute max when requesting a YA fantasy. #askPSLA
Literary Agent
Sasha Telles @sashatelles11
Hi! Tks so much for answering our q's! I have one: Does the author being a foreigner impact your decision to rep them? If so, how? #askPSLANo, location doesn't matter. We represent clients from all around the world. #askPSLA
Literary Agent
Angela Kunkel 📚 @rahrahread
@msmariavicentedo you rep PB as well as MG? And what is your word count ceiling for each? #askPSLAI rep all children's books. PBs shouldn't be over 1000 words. I'm more flexible with MG, but 60-70k is probably the highest. #askPSLA
Literary Agent
Tina Fariss Barbour @TinaFBarbour
@msmariavicente For PBs, are you still interested in only seeing author/illustrators and not authors? #askPSLAI am particularly looking for illustrated PBs, but I'm still open to text-only submissions as well. #askPSLA
Literary Agent
call me by the colonizer's name @ophieoNo
How do agents feel about quirky pitches i.e. with GIFs, pictures etc. #askPSLAAttaching images to your query email might get it flagged as spam. That's why many agencies ask for no attachments. #askPSLA
Literary Agent
Maria, Maria 🎶 @msmariavicente
@cm_fountain @PSLiterary I keep queries separated from my main inbox, so I only dive in to read submissions when I have the time! #askPSLAI don't feel overwhelmed if I can't see the unread number! #askPSLA
Literary Agent
Carli @carliMAREE
I know genres come and go, but are there any in particular that you're sick of? (At the moment) #askPSLANope! I'm looking for books in all genres for Middle Grade and Young Adult. I love variety. #askPSLA
Literary Agent
Gabriella Ienzi 🌶 @gabriellaienzi
#askPSLA sorry to be a Hermione here BUT. Does rejection-bc-too-similar-to-client apply to just an agent's roster or whole agency's roster?That's a tough one! Sounds like a personal reason for rejecting, so probably that specific agent's roster. #askPSLA
Literary Agent
Dr. Elena Mikalsen @WF_writerEM
Are magical realism novels selling right now? #askPSLASure are! I love, love, love magical realism. #askPSLA
Literary Agent
Megan Gables ❄️ @megan_gables
I'm eighteen and I'm just starting to query but I don't have a lot to write in my Bio. Would an agent dismiss me because of that? #askPSLANope! Most agents will happily represent new writers. We love launching careers. #askPSLA
Literary Agent
Lisa Katzenberger @FictionCity
Do your wishes on #MSWL ever "expire"? #askPSLASometimes! But we try to keep things updated as much as possible. Check the dates & look for the most recent info! #askPSLA
Literary Agent
Carli @carliMAREE
What is the best way/ how do you nudge an agent once you've sent a query but haven't had a response? #askPSLAMost agencies will have response times on website. Some (like us) don't respond unless they want to see more material. #askPSLA
Literary Agent
Amanda DeJong 👻👀 @AJDejongbooks
How many email subscribers for an Author's Platform makes you think "Wow, this writer is kicking ass, I'll sign them?" #askPSLAI wouldn't sign an author on platform alone. The writing needs to be kick-ass first! #askPSLA
Literary Agent
Gabriella Ienzi 🌶 @gabriellaienzi
#askPSLA MS where mom/daughter are separated & both think other is dead. Is it ok if query sticks to MC POV or do I need to say mom's alive?I think you could do this either way. Stick with whatever makes the pitch sound the most intriguing! ;) #askPSLA
Literary Agent
Kelly deVos @KdeVosAuthor
Anything trends or common things you're seeing over and over again in your slush pile right now? #askpslaMG fantasy w/ portal to another world (not right for me right now). All I can think of! Queries have been diverse. #askPSLA
Literary Agent
Dana B Nuenighoff @DanaNuens
If an agent at PSLA decides to pass on a query, are you open to submit to another agent? #askPSLAA pass is generally a pass from the agency. Possible exception: someone adds a new wish list item that fits your work. #askPSLA
Literary Agent
Rachel Ashworth @rashworthwrites
In a query: should I mention that I am a successful freelancer but have no published fiction? #askpslaSure! Nothing wrong with highlighting your experience. #askPSLA