Taj McCoy
Literary Agent
Rees Literary Agency
Author, Agent (@reesagency), & Consultant. Out: SAVVY. Next: ZORA, 04.25.23 (MIRA), EVEN IF THE SKY IS FALLING, May 2023 (HQN). Rep: @Jemiscoe . 🖤🇹🇭🇵🇭🏳️🌈
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Instructions for querying are on my #MSWL page and in the second tweet of this thread. Once you have something ready and polished, feel free to send it in if you think we might be a good fit!
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I'd love to see something for foodies on the non-fiction side. A cookbook, a narrative, a satirical piece. Something fresh that draws readers in. Also, on the empowerment side, something uplifting with strong takeaways for readers. #MSWL
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On the kidlit side, I'm looking for lovable introverts, pride in culture and identity, angsty crushes, teachable moments, belonging, and emotional range. Hints of magic, family businesses, best friend groups, complicated home situations, and underdogs are welcome. #MSWL
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And yes, give me romances and romcoms, but give me some substance outside of the romance itself––increase the stakes with external conflicts and complex side characters. #MSWL
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I'd also really love to see a robust, dynamic love story (not necessarily a romance) that leaves me with all the feels as it plays out. I'd be really into a tear-jerker where the characters aren't just plotted to die at the end. #MSWL
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I'd really love to see more family sagas with old secrets that unfold over time, mothers and daughters breaking cycles of generational trauma rather than perpetuating it, and something fresh and laugh-out-loud funny in terms of non-fiction narrative. #MSWL
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Taj McCoy (she/her) is open to queries @tajmccoywrites
I am officially open to queries again!! My MSWL is changing as I build my list, so you can anticipate that it's more limited before. For my MSWL, a thread. 🧵Query me here: QueryManager.com/tajmccoy
Here are my recent #MSWL posts: twitter.com/tajmccoywrites…
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It's #MSWL Day! Have you checked out the updated website? I posted a bunch of MSWL items recently, but you can always find my wishlist here: manuscriptwishlist.com/mswl-post/taj-…
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Taj McCoy (she/her) is on deadline @tajmccoywrites
Y’all, I went on a date recently. Nice guy, single dad, not looking to have more kids. We had a great time, but later he told me that there wouldn’t be another date because his profile said clearly that he’s against drug use.Reader, he was talking about birth control pills.
I am perpetually living the set-up beat of a romcom. It’s like Groundhog Day but with all the meet cutes you wish you’d never experienced…
I’m a good sport though, so if anyone has a proposal for a non-fiction humor book on dating where this is your issue, #MSWL.
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Lily Potkin @MissPotkin
So my friend called me this morning to talk about something that happened to her last night. She’s been trying to find someone to date…extremely casually. She doesn’t have time for a full blown relationship and basically all she wants is a nice man to have sex with.So a WF that has this type of single status energy and best friend support is definitely on my #MSWL now, because these dating apps drag me for filth on a very regular basis, and my girls are always there to laugh at the foolery.
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Nerd Girl Says @Rachael_Conrad
Romcoms need to strive for this. Try harder. pic.twitter.com/kMYT3Rn5CVYeah, I’m just gonna add this one too… the awkward chemistry, the cat and mouse of it all… I’m here for it. Which one is going to make a real move first? #MSWL
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Kira J @IamKiraJ
Life come at you fast 🫠 pic.twitter.com/jXJBPwHiWIY’all, I am opening to queries on Sunday! THIS Sunday!! I’ll be posting a full MSWL then, but I’m here for a MC who has the best of intentions but sometimes “falls” into these situations… 😅😂🫠
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My #MSWL page is now live! Check this out if you'd like to learn more about what I'm looking for: manuscriptwishlist.com/mswl-post/taj-…