Alex Arnold
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Quirk Books
Senior Editor of fiction & nonfiction for small kids, big kids, & teens @quirkbooks . Former child who hasn't forgotten a thing.
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MG nonfiction that uses humor and playful formats to bring readers to both evergreen & rapidly evolving topics; in particular, I'd love to learn about civics, media literacy, mental health, body positivity, and food in fresh ways
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Coming-of-age stories bursting with heart are my forever-love in MG fiction--but I still need that high-concept hook. The pitch should make me ask “what’s next?” or "how??" (or both! 🙃)
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I'm not your ideal editor for high fantasy worlds, but I do love grounded fantasy, magical realism, retellings, time travel, and speculative twists in both MG & YA
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Immigration stories in MG and YA #MSWL
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Would especially love a MG graphic novel that could be described in the above way! #MSWL
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Middle grade that addresses tough issues (mental illness, grief, family dynamics, etc) with a light touch and a strong dash of hope #MSWL
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Funny contemporary middle grade with a high concept twist #MSWL
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Magical realism in MG and YA, especially where the magic is tied to the setting or the season. Place as character is a fav story element for me #MSWL
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My #1 #MSWL item right now: #ownvoices chapter book/young MG series featuring POC protagonist, illustrated or with room for illustrations.
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Alex Arnold @alexyarnold
I gravitate most towards magical realism, contemporary realistic, puzzle novels, & quirky/accessible fantasyAnyway, if you've got anything that seems like a fit, I'd love to read! My #MSWL is here if you want to see more: alexarnoldeditor.tumblr.com/wishlist
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A kid-and-her-dog MG novel with depth and complexity, a la BECAUSE OF WINN DIXIE. It's a high bar because I am in love with that book. #MSWL
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Alex Arnold @alexyarnold
Looking for a MG that gives me a crazy amount of feelings. I love MG because as a 12 yr old, you're feeling A LOT for the first time...#MSWLAnd I think the best MG fiction makes me look at "basic" human emotions (love, grief, loneliness) anew, through the eyes of a kid. #MSWL
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Looking for a MG that gives me a crazy amount of feelings. I love MG because as a 12 yr old, you're feeling A LOT for the first time...#MSWL
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I was a middle grade girl who loved baseball, so I'd love a middle grade abt a girl who loves baseball. & dogs.& NSYNC. (Too specific?)#MSWL