i would say "normal" YA, well within the typical age range #askGZLA

THESE ARE ALL GUIDELINES NOT RULES but...
1) PB: 250-500, MG 30K-60K, 50K-100K
Your book might need mor or less, might be a different format! Figure out where a bookstore would shelve it and see how long those books are. Or find an agent to help you create a new shelf! #AskGZLA

So true -- @erin_michelle_C makes a good point about money and accessibility, the things that unfortunately keep many marginalized people out of agenting careers. I'm happy to say that @GalltZackerLit offers a paid internship, which is a great start 😀 #AskGZLA

Yes, but remember that we're human first and also ... we're REALLY good at forgetting things on purpose (like, the fact that we're adults and we have to read a MG novel as if we were 10-years-old). I love that skill set! #AskGZLA

Just adds to your story, so mention it, but is an MFA necessary ... nope! #AskGZLA

Yep! So agree with @beth_phelan -- You don't have to say yes to an agent! If it's not the best fit, don't shortchange yourself, even if the agent is a big name. They may be the right fit for someone else, but it doesn't mean they're the right agent for you. #AskGZLA

speaking for myself, i wish we could normalize trigger warnings in queries and conference submissions etc. agents/editors are people with trauma sometimes and we think about our own safety too. #askGZLA

Really, finished is the way to go, I say. If you have history that pertains to the query (including former agents), do mention it ... you'll have to at some point anyway and better to be upfront. #AskGZLA

Yes? Yes. I think so. It doesn't hurt, only protects, and if the agent is somehow offended by it, they probably aren't right for your work anyway. I guess my only concern is spoilers...hmmm haven't thought about this before #AskGZLA

Story reigns supreme, so lead with that, since I suspect those characters have some story to tell. Agree that a 'look in the life of characters' is tough, so what's their story??? #AskGZLA

Those tags can be helpful in providing info, so it can be a big help as you navigate the process of querying and such. If you start to feel overwhelmed and stressed from overload, though, stepping back can be a big help, too. #AskGZLA

Do what makes sense for you, but just know that there are a ton of avenues for finding creatives. I guess the best way to say it is, don't put all your eggs in one basket and do what feels natural and right for you. #AskGZLA

It's really case-by-case, depending on the kind of story you're writing and the team around you who helps makes your book the best that it can be. There's no set number, really. #AskGZLA

ignore. i can feel dystopian coming back. it just looks different. #askGZLA

Unless the agent mentioned this as a potential change, they likely will have the same answer for you. Not definite!! But unless the voice changed DRASTICALLY or plot has been altered, I'd imagine this, while huge!, might not affect their view on the story as a whole #AskGZLA

...then that's okay. I do get a little nervous when I see anything about 150,000 (and for me personally, I do prefer the lower side of that 100,000s, like 120/130,000. Again, it's subjective! #AskGZLA

Oh well, there is more to the story, no doubt, and the work that goes into developing a client's career as a whole is a huge part of that. We do go 'beyond the sale.' For us it's about making sure that the work of our clients has the best reach possible, in every avenue. #AskGZLA

nope lol embrace the NO and remember to value yourself and your work and your vision. it's a subjective biz as we always say, so if you don't agree with an edit, say no and find an agent whose vision lines up with yours. #askGZLA

A story should be as long as it needs to be, but having said that, adult fantasy can be on the longer side of things. There are always exceptions, but try not to exceed 140/150,000 words. Again, though, if your story needs more room to breathe...(1/) #AskGZLA

High fantasy can be tough, but there are lots of editors who love it. But to your question, YES!!! I want that! I think our whole agency wants that! Just look at @readriordan authors kicking butt #AskGZLA