I wouldn't read too far into the OOO, it's easy to put up the wrong one, realize it, and fix it but it went out to a few people first. That said, I wouldn't give it too much brain space, you may hear back eventually or not. I know that's frustrating. #AskECLA

Right? That's why I said "generally!" It does vary quite a bit, and I wouldn't be upset if someone touched base at 6 weeks. Especially if they said Linda said it was okay. ;-) #AskECLA

Writers can ABSOLUTELY follow up after an appropriate amount of time (generally, 8-12 weeks is common), because you ARE a professional who is working on your career. #AskECLA

No, because if done well, it could work.

Yep! The market for graphic novels is continuing to grow which is SUPER exciting! It felt more "niche" when I got into publishing ten years ago... but more and more big 5 pubs are looking at them. #AskECLA

(But also to more directly answer the meaning- usually it's audience. Melding genres is usually just called "Genre-blending" not crossover. ) #AskECLA

I'm JUST starting to dip my toes in the Graphic Novel pool so won't be open to them for submissions in the near future, but I hope to expand at some point! #AskECLA

Could be challenging (the dystopian part). We saw the YA paranormal boom 2007-2010, followed by Dystopian, and Paranormal is just inching back now. If it's fresh/different though, it could definitely work. #AskECLA

I always respond on EVERY sub, but I can be dreadfully slow on fulls. Definitely a follow up or two, and then you can mentally move on, but may still see responses from stragglers. A lot of writers get passes after they have an agent! #AskECLA

The key on "crossover" is to do the "main" thing WELL, and then naturally crossover to other audiences. Ex: "YA crossover" should be an amazing YA novel that appeals to YA audiences, and then it expands to adults naturally. Don't start out trying to be both things. #AskECLA

I think voice is maybe the simplest way to boil it down. It's that intangible thing that just clicks and draws you into a world or a character's head. I love when I'm ALL IN within the first few sentences! #AskECLA

Any good agent should understand basic copyright laws. (If they don't, not an agent you want to work with. Copyright is something we advise our clients on-- like whether to use their legal name or pen name, negotiating that the pub is required to register, etc). #askECLA

In general, ECLA reps PB through YA, though @GarrettAlwert and I do not handle the PB/Chapter books side (That's @LindaEpstein!) Garrett and I both handle MG and YA, across pretty much every genre. #AskECLA

This is hard because there are so many things to love! Here's a brief list:
- reading the ms for the first time (🥰)
- writing a pitch letter
- creating submission list
- sharing good news with a client
- sharing good news with an editor

Only hard part is rejection... #askPSLA

No borders! I’m in Philly! Shout out to my clients in Canada and the UK! #askPSLA

Though I do wish I could do the celebratory dinner thing when books sell. I know a great Wendy’s.

When I'm reading a manuscript that I'm interested in representing, I am constantly thinking of who to submit to and how I will pitch the book. Sometimes I have an entire submission list in my head before I've even had a chance to connect with the author! #askPSLA

I almost always have a few people in mind when I offer to sign someone. That’s an agent’s job, knowing folks!

Though research still plays a big role. New people get hired all the time. We’re always getting to know new editors.

I have five books with @MargotM7 so often! #askPSLA

Once I've requested more, I try to be quick about it. However, it also depends on what is on my plate already from my existing clients. A client's work will always take priority, but I do prioritize full manuscripts from queries as much as I'm able to. #askPSLA

You can always nudge.

37% of an agent’s job is sending followup emails to editors. We nudge all the time. “Just circling back!” You can too! #askPSLA

Take a look at the agency website for guidelines. Some agencies will say not to nudge or that no response means it's a pass after a certain amount of time. If you do decide to nudge, it helps if you have a reason (i.e. other interest, a new development, etc.) #askPSLA