Amy Giuffrida

Literary Agent

Belcastro Agency

Literary Agent @belcastr & wrangler of #TheATeam Lover of books, reality TV, Buffy, coffee, rescue dogs, and tattoos. πŸ’€ My opinions are my own. She/her.

Amy Giuffrida
@kissedbyink
Literary Agent
Literary Agent @belcastr & wrangler of #TheATeam Lover of books, reality TV, Buffy, coffee, rescue dogs, and tattoos. πŸ’€ My opinions are my own. She/her.
107 MSWL
92 AskAgent

I am DYING to find a diverse ensemble cast series that could comp shows like One Tree Hill, The O.C., or 90210 in my inbox.

Super specific #MSWL I know, but damn I loved those shows with their gossip, romance, friendship, and family.

Amy Giuffrida
@kissedbyink
Literary Agent
Literary Agent @belcastr & wrangler of #TheATeam Lover of books, reality TV, Buffy, coffee, rescue dogs, and tattoos. πŸ’€ My opinions are my own. She/her.
107 MSWL
92 AskAgent

I am officially open to queries! I'm excited to add to my list in 2024, so check out my updated #MSWL : manuscriptwishlist.com/mswl-post/amy-giuffrida/

Amy Giuffrida
@kissedbyink
Literary Agent
Literary Agent @belcastr & wrangler of #TheATeam Lover of books, reality TV, Buffy, coffee, rescue dogs, and tattoos. πŸ’€ My opinions are my own. She/her.
107 MSWL
92 AskAgent

Spent some time searching for alligators at the nature preserve today. Thinking this would be a great addition to my horror #MSWL

Amy Giuffrida
@kissedbyink
Literary Agent
Literary Agent @belcastr & wrangler of #TheATeam Lover of books, reality TV, Buffy, coffee, rescue dogs, and tattoos. πŸ’€ My opinions are my own. She/her.
107 MSWL
92 AskAgent

I also think it's fair to say that I LOVE to be surprised, so as long as you are sending me genres I'm open to, please send it to me. I'm excited to read more amazing stories by amazing writers!

Here's my #MSWL link: manuscriptwishlist.com/mswl-post/amy-giuffrida/

Amy Giuffrida
@kissedbyink
Literary Agent
Literary Agent @belcastr & wrangler of #TheATeam Lover of books, reality TV, Buffy, coffee, rescue dogs, and tattoos. πŸ’€ My opinions are my own. She/her.
107 MSWL
92 AskAgent

Please remember, when I say something could be a comp that I don't mean exactly the same story. A comp exemplifies one or more elements, like voice, character development, pacing, tropes, writing style, etc.

Amy Giuffrida
@kissedbyink
Literary Agent
Literary Agent @belcastr & wrangler of #TheATeam Lover of books, reality TV, Buffy, coffee, rescue dogs, and tattoos. πŸ’€ My opinions are my own. She/her.
107 MSWL
92 AskAgent

Middle grade or YA contemporary stories - without romance or with it in the background. Stories like: American Street, The Hate You Give, Tiny Pretty Things, The Stars Beneath Our Feet, Ghost, Harbor Me, Watch Over Me, and From the Desk of Zoe Washington.

Amy Giuffrida
@kissedbyink
Literary Agent
Literary Agent @belcastr & wrangler of #TheATeam Lover of books, reality TV, Buffy, coffee, rescue dogs, and tattoos. πŸ’€ My opinions are my own. She/her.
107 MSWL
92 AskAgent

A fun, YA satirical horror. And I would be so excited if one (or more) would land in my inbox this month.

Amy Giuffrida
@kissedbyink
Literary Agent
Literary Agent @belcastr & wrangler of #TheATeam Lover of books, reality TV, Buffy, coffee, rescue dogs, and tattoos. πŸ’€ My opinions are my own. She/her.
107 MSWL
92 AskAgent

Amy Giuffrida @kissedbyink

I am re-opening to queries tomorrow and will stay open for a week!

Here are a few things I am hoping to find in my inbox September 1st - September 7th:

Adult book club, commercial manuscripts that could comp: So Happy For You, Counterfeit, Killers of a Certain Age, If I Had Your Face, The House in the Pines, All My Rage, White Ivy, or Patricia Wants to Cuddle.

Amy Giuffrida
@kissedbyink
Literary Agent
Literary Agent @belcastr & wrangler of #TheATeam Lover of books, reality TV, Buffy, coffee, rescue dogs, and tattoos. πŸ’€ My opinions are my own. She/her.
107 MSWL
92 AskAgent

SURPRISE!
I am trying something new...going to open to queries the first week of each month in an effort to keep up on submissions. I will close again on Sunday, August 6th. My #MSWL is updated: manuscriptwishlist.com/mswl-post/amy-giuffrida/
Submit queries using my QM link: QueryManager.com/AmyGiuffrida

Amy Giuffrida
@kissedbyink
Literary Agent
Literary Agent @belcastr & wrangler of #TheATeam Lover of books, reality TV, Buffy, coffee, rescue dogs, and tattoos. πŸ’€ My opinions are my own. She/her.
107 MSWL
92 AskAgent

Today was a super busy day filled with contracts and car repairs, so I may have missed your #moodpitch post. Feel free to query me if you think we’d be a good fit. Check out my #MSWL page here: manuscriptwishlist.com/mswl-post/amy-…

Amy Giuffrida
@kissedbyink
Literary Agent
Literary Agent @belcastr & wrangler of #TheATeam Lover of books, reality TV, Buffy, coffee, rescue dogs, and tattoos. πŸ’€ My opinions are my own. She/her.
107 MSWL
92 AskAgent
Amy Giuffrida
@kissedbyink
Literary Agent
Literary Agent @belcastr & wrangler of #TheATeam Lover of books, reality TV, Buffy, coffee, rescue dogs, and tattoos. πŸ’€ My opinions are my own. She/her.
107 MSWL
92 AskAgent

Ahhhh! Just realized it’s #MSWL day! I really love messy characters, twists and turns I never saw coming, diverse characters written by BIPOC & Latinx creators that are both impactful & joyful, and horror in all age categories🀩 manuscriptwishlist.com/mswl-post/amy-…

Amy Giuffrida
@kissedbyink
Literary Agent
Literary Agent @belcastr & wrangler of #TheATeam Lover of books, reality TV, Buffy, coffee, rescue dogs, and tattoos. πŸ’€ My opinions are my own. She/her.
107 MSWL
92 AskAgent

Quick reminders:
1. Only query one Belcastro agent at a time.
2. I ONLY accept queries via my Query Manager: QueryManager.com/AmyGiuffrida

Any queries sent to my email, Twitter DM, Instagram, or LinkedIn will be deleted without being read.

Amy Giuffrida
@kissedbyink
Literary Agent
Literary Agent @belcastr & wrangler of #TheATeam Lover of books, reality TV, Buffy, coffee, rescue dogs, and tattoos. πŸ’€ My opinions are my own. She/her.
107 MSWL
92 AskAgent

If you hit anything on my wishlist, send it! If you have a little mix of a few things, send it! But if it's on my NO list, it's not for me...

Amy Giuffrida
@kissedbyink
Literary Agent
Literary Agent @belcastr & wrangler of #TheATeam Lover of books, reality TV, Buffy, coffee, rescue dogs, and tattoos. πŸ’€ My opinions are my own. She/her.
107 MSWL
92 AskAgent

In non-fiction, if you have a strong platform or the credentials to support your writing, I am open to most ideas. A strong narrative voice that will draw me is especially important.

Amy Giuffrida
@kissedbyink
Literary Agent
Literary Agent @belcastr & wrangler of #TheATeam Lover of books, reality TV, Buffy, coffee, rescue dogs, and tattoos. πŸ’€ My opinions are my own. She/her.
107 MSWL
92 AskAgent

Lastly, I have a wide-range of adult stories I'm seeking--many are the same from last year. BUT I am really into finding a paranormal romance and romantic suspense in 2023. My steam level varies, but the plot matters more than the sexiness. I don't rep erotical.

Amy Giuffrida
@kissedbyink
Literary Agent
Literary Agent @belcastr & wrangler of #TheATeam Lover of books, reality TV, Buffy, coffee, rescue dogs, and tattoos. πŸ’€ My opinions are my own. She/her.
107 MSWL
92 AskAgent

Teens who run illegal gambling rings--cards or sports--is an interest. Love when teens are smart, make their own money, and fool everyone!

Amy Giuffrida
@kissedbyink
Literary Agent
Literary Agent @belcastr & wrangler of #TheATeam Lover of books, reality TV, Buffy, coffee, rescue dogs, and tattoos. πŸ’€ My opinions are my own. She/her.
107 MSWL
92 AskAgent

I've been searching for a YA werewolf story FOREVER.

Amy Giuffrida
@kissedbyink
Literary Agent
Literary Agent @belcastr & wrangler of #TheATeam Lover of books, reality TV, Buffy, coffee, rescue dogs, and tattoos. πŸ’€ My opinions are my own. She/her.
107 MSWL
92 AskAgent

So many teens are reading a particular author, but I really would LOVE an authentic teen contemporary romance. The emotional rollercoaster. The disapproving parents. Messy. Concentual. Sweet. NOT written for adults--think the new season of Ginny and Georgia.

Amy Giuffrida
@kissedbyink
Literary Agent
Literary Agent @belcastr & wrangler of #TheATeam Lover of books, reality TV, Buffy, coffee, rescue dogs, and tattoos. πŸ’€ My opinions are my own. She/her.
107 MSWL
92 AskAgent

I mention sports stories in my #MSWL, but I really want them in conjunction with romance, mystery, or horror. Give me a teen looking to break out as a MMA fighter who is solving the murder of her trainer, while falling for the killer...I will faint.