"Novels that are both dark and humorous, in the vein of MY SISTER, THE SERIAL KILLER and THE BANDIT QUEENS."
CeCe Lyra #MSWL

Getting a little unhinged on TikTok but… #MSWL ? 🤪
www.tiktok.com/t/ZT622kUNY/

I know these aren’t super specific. My tastes are driven by voice and overall plot arc rather than by specific tropes or vibes. And voice, and the feel of a plot arc, are hard to describe at all, let alone in a post. So, if in doubt, take your shot!

5/5

4. Nonfiction! Most subjects, especially science (both pop sci and technical) and spirituality/New Age. You need a proposal and 2-3 chapters completed to query.

4/5

3. In adult novels: women’s, literary, historical, and book club fiction. Give me fresh premises, people being badass in real/believable settings, and anything that helps me see real life in a new way.

3/5

2. MG across all genres. If you’ve got something for readers ages 8-12, featuring characters 11-13, with an engaging storyline and language that’s accessible without talking down to kids, send it my way.

2/5

#MSWL update!! Since I’m opening to queries on Aug. 1, I thought I’d share some things I’m especially hoping to see in my inbox!

Thread:

1. YA of all stripes! If it’s for readers ages 12+, featuring characters 15-18, I want to see it.

1/5

"Send me nonfiction books that dive into corporate underbellies and the implications of capitalism as we know it."
nourhasbooks.bsky.social #MSWL

If you are querying 'book club' fiction or upmarket fiction with a juicy hook, I'd love to see it! #mswl #writingcommunity

I've decided that TOMORROW is the day I reopen to #queries ! So excited, after being closed for more than a year, to re-open. And guess what: I'm on the hunt for #fiction this time. Woohoo! Updated #MSWL to come. Tell your friends and all the cool people you know. #amagenting

"I am dreaming of fantasies that feel like a pre-Raphaelite painting or even a Hayao Miyazaki film."
Marina Green #MSWL

Happy S2 release day!!!! Flublishing is BACK and today we’re tackling the #MSWL . Check it out now wherever you listen to podcasts! #amquerying #writingcommunity
bsky.app/profile/flublishing.bsky.social/post/3lu3ufdalds22

The sort of story that has a lot to say (in kid-digestible form) and sticks with you long after you’ve read it

#Mswl : literary voice-driven middle grade w/a high-concept hook; speculative/fantasy or slice-of-life but I want to see gorgeous, engaging prose or verse; profound coming-of-age themes; and beautifully drawn characters. If it’s a heavier story, there should be love and hope reverberating throughout

"Seeking generational stories of parenthood and family with non-binary and/or trans characters in the commercial or historical adult fiction genre (ie. heavy with plot!)"
Carly Watters #MSWL

www.manuscriptwishlist.com/mswl-post/ginger-hutchinson/
Updated my #MSWL !

"Send me history, business, politics, current affairs, memoir."
curtisrussell.bsky.social #MSWL

Time’s running out—my queries close July 15! Link in my bio.

#WritingCommunity #AmAgenting #LitAgents #LiteraryAgent #MSWL #QueryMe #OpenQuery #query #romantasy #paranormal #weird #YA
#WomensFiction #BIPOC #LGBTQ IA
#LGBTQ #OwnVoices #WeNeedDiverseBooks #TickTock

"I would love to see stories grounded on our world that have a subtle speculative twist."
clgslr.bsky.social #MSWL

Things I am less likely to take on at the moment because of clients books: underwater books (despite loving them)/ monster books outside of romance/ older dark academia although still would love a library book/ space opera.