Claire Harris

Giving my #MSWL thread a boost today!

I love posting (all platforms, same handle) about what I’m looking for, but I’ve also updated my @MSWLMA page so you can find the info in one place!

Here’s a link to my #MSWL page: manuscriptwishlist.com/mswl-post/clai…

Psychological thrillers with new twists on my favorite classic tropes: unstable (or unhinged) narrators, missing memories or time, seemingly decent people with dark pasts, stalking, gaslighting in any form. As long as the twists don't distract from the story, I'm in! #MSWL

In rom coms, my favorite tropes are friends-to-lovers, fake dating, and second chance romance—though I'm open to other tropes! If you have a new twist on these classic tropes, I'd love to take a look. #MSWL

I love humorous essay collections—but am only considering collections if they have some sort of bigger picture social commentary tying the essays together. #MSWL

Send me all your ghost stories. I'll take adult fiction (scary or fun), a history of haunted places in America, an illustrated book—you name it, I'm here for it. Spook me! #MSWL

I'm looking for cozy mysteries with younger protagonists geared towards millennial audiences. I'd love to see a wider range of settings and premises for series, so if you have something that's unique (and written with millennials in mind), send it over! #MSWL

Nonfiction (especially self-help or cultural commentary) from qualified sources. I want books that help people discover issues they didn't know about or see a familiar problem in a new way. Fresh perspectives are not only welcomed but encouraged! #MSWL

Upmarket women's fiction that explores issues we tend to minimize or ignore as a society. #MSWL

I’d love to see more revenge stories (specifically in the thriller category). It could be a scorned lover, a group of friends avenging someone's death, a sister story, etc. If your character is in their villain era, send it my way! #MSWL

I've been loving horror that has a lighter writing style to contrast the darkness of the story itself. If you have humor in your horror, I'd love to take a look! #MSWL

If you’re a journalist with a story to tell, whether you’re exposing unjust systems in America or shining light on an unsolved crime, I want to bring attention to issues and people *not* always in the spotlight. #MSWL

I'm a major softie, so please send me your sweet rom coms! I want emotional intelligence, tender ~steamy scenes~, and genuinely funny dialogue. #MSWL

Would love to see more psychological horror in my query inbox—especially anything with a remote location (“abandoned” anything is a major selling point for me!), a haunted house (house as character!), and/or a final girl. #MSWL

✨ New Year, New #MSWL Thread ✨

I'll continue adding to this throughout the year (especially as I'm looking for different/new things), but for now, these are the kinds of projects I'd most like to see in my inbox!

when I say I'm looking for thoughtful explorations of life through the lens of sobriety, this is what I'm talking about. amazing article @danielleiat ! #MSWL

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As a reminder, things I'm NOT actively seeking are:
- memoirs
- science fiction / fantasy
- young adult
- children's

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Adult contemporary fiction set in the Midwest. #MSWL

Actively seeking fun / funny gift books, especially with a lifestyle twist to them. Open to a really wide range of topics on this one, so be creative! #MSWL

Pop psychology & fun self-help projects, especially from a qualified position (therapist, psychologist, life coach, etc). I love books that can provide tangible ways to improve yourself, while also being considered a fun read. #MSWL