Megan Ilnitzki
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Harper Kids
Senior Editor and Word Witch at HarperCollins Children's, opinions are my own. She/her
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Agent friends, if you haven’t connected with the fabulous Rose Pleuler yet, you totally should! She’s part of the Harper Alley team and is hungry for graphic novels across all age groups! @rosepleuler #MSWL
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My full #MSWL page is here: manuscriptwishlist.com/mswl-post/mega…
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And across all age groups, stories where, despite nay-saying voices (whether they be internal/external or both), a main character comes into their own and recognizes their inherent power, self-worth, and unique place in the world. #mswl
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YA rom-coms reminiscent of a Nora Ephron film with clever hooks, witty dialogue, and swoon-worthy characters #mswl
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Spooky, atmospheric MG. Think JUST SOUTH OF HOME and the Serafina series. #mswl
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Stories with protagonists ablaze with the same gumption, courage, and determination to protect the planet as Amariyanna Copeny, Greta Thunberg, and Autumn Peltier. #mswl
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YA that tackles timely topics with a fresh, unforgettable voice that grabs the reader and never lets go. #mswl
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I’m still on the hunt for a MG/ YA Practical Magic/Rules of Magic-esque witch book #mswl
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MG stories that help destigmatize mental illness #mswl
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More LGBTQIA MG stories #mswl
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I devoured THE MOON WITHIN over the holiday break. Would love to see more MG or YA novels in-verse, please. #mswl
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MG or YA stories about complicated family dynamics, sibling bonds, and found families. #mswl
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Contemporary, heartfelt coming-of-age MG in the vein of THE REMARKABLE JOURNEY OF COYOTE SUNRISE, SONG FOR A WHALE and THE LINE TENDER. #mswl
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SWEEP: THE STORY OF A GIRL AND HER MONSTER was one of my favorite non-Harper books of 2019 and I’d love to see more MG/YA historical fantasy that’s just as compelling, poignant, and imaginative. #mswl
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Lush, high-stakes MG/ YA fantasy with series potential featuring unlikely heroes you can’t help but root for and writing that knocks your socks off. #mswl
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So first and foremost, across all age ranges and genres, I’m always looking for stories from diverse voices and underrepresented creators. #weneeddiversebooks now more than ever, especially ones full of adventure, magic, and love. #mswl
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Putting some #MSWL items out into the universe in the hopes they find their way to me in 2020! Agent friends, I’m actively acquiring PB, MG, and YA but I’m really looking to build my MG/YA lists this year. Below are some things I’d love to see right now. 👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼
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Also relinking to my full #MSWL page as I'm also looking for the right PB and YA projects. manuscriptwishlist.com/mswl-post/mega…
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MG stories that help destigmatize mental illness. #mswl
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Imaginative MG animal fantasy. Avi's POPPY series is one of my evergreen favorites. #mswl