Mike Whatnall

I'd love to find more layered, contemporary middle grade projects--especially stories that highlight an experience we don't often see on the page, and that have a unique story hook. #MSWL

I grew up on the coast and really love books that capture the vibes of the ocean--whether that's a lighthouse setting, a coastal town, or a high-seas adventure! #MSWL

Thanks so much for the opportunity to speak about my #MSWL and what I love about my job! Always fun to take a break from my inbox and gush for a bit about books 😊

More and more, I'd love to find projects you could describe as a "romp" 😄 Bring on the adventurous plots and the fun! #MSWL

This year, I would especially love to find a grounded fantasy that comps to EMILY WILDE'S ENCYCLOPAEDIA OF FAERIES, which has been my favorite series of the past couple years.

Hooky grounded magic, delectable characters and a romance to die for, cozy vibes that escalate into high stakes! #MSWL

I'm very open to seeing a wide range of projects within the categories I'm seeking, but I'm going to have a bit of fun today posting some specifics that I'd especially love to find in my inbox!

You can find out more about me, my clients, and what I'm looking for at my website. I'm also active on Instagram!
michaelawhatnall.com

I have not been the best at being active over here so far, but I'm using #MSWL Day to remedy that!

I'm a literary agent at Dystel, Goderich & Bourret representing picture books, middle grade, YA, and adult fiction, and select nonfiction and graphic novels.
www.manuscriptwishlist.com/mswl-post/michaela-whatnall/

Okay but.... #MSWL twitter.com/hankgreen/stat…

After a lot of fiddling to pick just the right words to describe what I'd love to find, I've updated my #MSWL! manuscriptwishlist.com/mswl-post/mich…

To absolutely no one's surprise, I am daydreaming about finding a project that can comp to Our Flag Means Death... #MSWL 🌊⚓️🏴‍☠️

I’m starting to see queries that comp to Encanto and I am HERE for it! #mswl

For anyone interested in querying me, you can find my up-to-date #MSWL here: manuscriptwishlist.com/mswl-post/mich…

Just saying, if your manuscript has sea shanty vibes, I would absolutely love to see it in my inbox! #MSWL

I’m so excited to share my #MSWL, which just went live! If you’re interested, please take a look to find out what kinds of projects I’m on the look-out for! manuscriptwishlist.com/mswl-post/mich…