I, and the rest of @EmeraldCityLit , really want to work wtih writers for their careers -- not for one manuscript. So it's important we align on what that career looks like in the writer's mind #AskECLA

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This generally only applies to PB because of the shorter word count. It's also to see what other stories/ideas the author has and what type of work will be needed.

No silly questions! I've never asked to see additional MSs, but I have asked what else the writer is working on to get a sense of what kind of writing path they envision for themselves. All kidlit, some adult? Plus how much they write, what stories they want to tell #AskECLA

Agree with Caitlin, that CREEPY, but sometimes you don't know WHY is so cool, but I also don't mind more overt horror (I've signed one with blood and guts and more overt stuff despite the fact that I cannot WATCH that in a movie.) #AskECLA

Ooh that's such a good question. I love contemporary, personally, but atmosphere is most important. I want those creepy feelings to build and build so that I know something WRONG is going on, but I'm not sure what yet. Love twists and turns. #AskECLA

My teen and I got really into sweet tooth! I would certainly consider something in that vein. #AskECLA

#AskECLA #askagent It can also mean they are only doing Authors, Illustrators, or Author/Illos. So there should be more info about what is requested for PB

Generally, it means that picture book submissions are narrower than the other categories. For example: I really only want STEM, PB that break down gender stereotypes, and a variety of family structures for PB. but no anthropomorphism (which is big in PB)

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Ooh, I'm not open to picture books, but what do you think @GarrettAlwert and @dawilliamsbooks ?#AskECLA #AskAgent

If you've received a response on one query, then yes, you are able to submit another query/mss to the same (or different) agent!
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Me too! But the changes really would have to be significant -- and particularly if I've already read and responded well but rejected a full manuscript. I always respond to fulls with personal notes, so if those concerns are addressed YES #askECLA #askagent

Speaking only for me, I would. Please add information that it's been revised in the query so that I'm aware that work was done. #AskECLA #AskAgent

The best thing to do is submit to one agent at a time. Once you get a rejection then you are welcome to submit to another agent. #AskECLA

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yes, it is perfectly okay and, no, you don't mention it in the query. you only notify when you have an offer of representation.

if you have a new book to query, it would be far less complicated. a lot of people's definitions of "completely overhauled" are very different, in my experience, so it's hard to say. you definitely need to mention it.

not much. suzanne collins doesn't have a social media presence so...

i can't say one way or another, because everyone has different opinions on this. some people would consider it a no-go. obviously books like this do get published, but i do feel like publishing is leaning towards these stories being told by people in their own culture

There is always a market for well-written books!

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