Mystery: I’m looking for feel-good mysteries that have a cozy vibe but also have some grit to them. Tightly wound mysteries with a fun hook! Also love a sense of community and interesting cast of characters who feel like real people.

Suspense/thriller: I want shocking, twisty books that are instant page-turners! Always looking for works by authors from underrepresented communities but in this genre especially. Would love to see something that also speaks to socioeconomic or other issues (but no focus on politics, please!).

#MSWL I'm looking just for MG and YA for original submissions, but agents, most of what I do is IP/work-for-hire on brands and licenses, mostly picture books through chapter books, activity books, and some nonfiction picture books. If you have clients with experience in that space, let me know!

#MSWL for graphic novels, in terms of art style, a very incomplete list of some favorites for an idea of my taste:

-Beetle & the Hollowbones
-The Deep & Dark Blue
-Ink Girls
-I Shall Never Fall In Love
-On a Sunbeam
-The Princess and the Grilled Cheese Sandwich
-The Pale Queen

#MSWL some more specific thoughts:

-All the queer books. Please & thank you.
-Is it sapphic? Is there yearning?? Why do I not have it already?!? (Bonus points if historical.)
-Do you have something where fanfic is a big part of the plot? Yes please!
-Time travel or time loops? Sounds fun, I'm in!

Okay, agent friends, it's #MSWL time! I'm an Associate Editor at Penguin Workshop, looking for middle grade and YA, as well as graphic novels in both categories. I love historical fiction, fantasy, and mysteries, and if you have something that combines those elements in a clever way, send it to me!

In book club fiction: I also want to cry when it comes to this genre (am I ok) but also love heartwarming stories, especially those that center around unique experiences. Books about family, friendship, etc that can speak to larger themes.

In romance: Lately I’ve been wanting timeless stories that are devastating and make me cry. I also still love a good rom-com but the voice really has to stand out and I want a fresh take on the tropes!

Since it’s #MSWL just bringing this back up 😊 I’m an editor at Berkley/PRH acquiring in romance, book club fiction, suspense/thriller, and mystery!
www.manuscriptwishlist.com/mswl-post/angela-kim/

Happy #MSWLDay to all who celebrate 🥳

I’d definitely say some of my dream projects are:

-HBCU Poly Romance!
-“Blank Space” song in book form!
-MG whimsical like HOW TO SAVE A QUEENDOM!

In-depth explanation of my tastes: www.manuscriptwishlist.com/mswl-post/fo...

#mswl

If your project sounds right for Heartwarming, I’d love to see the first 3 chapters and full synopsis (5-8 pgs) via Submittable. Direct the submission to me in your cover letter and please mention #MSWL .

Thank you!
harlequin.submittable.com/submit/28677/harlequin-heartwarming-70-000-words

#MSWL Heartwarming books are 70,000 words, and they're set in small towns or close-knit communities in North America. Full submission guidelines are available here:
harlequin.submittable.com/submit/28677/harlequin-heartwarming-70-000-words

Happy #MSWL day! I'm currently acquiring for #HarlequinHeartwarming , a sweet contemporary romance series with a focus on family and community. Heartwarming books don’t have any swearing and they’ve got low levels of violence or sensuality, but they're not inspirational romance.
harlequin.submittable.com/submit/28677/harlequin-heartwarming-70-000-words

#MSWL : Strategy #NF books to address tough topics, concerns, questions, & challenges faced by kids ages 8-12. Seeking new & timely topics based on your passion & expertise. #MSWL #toughtopics #kids #kidlit #teachers #writers #authors #selfhelpforkids 🧠❤️ ✏️ www.manuscriptwishlist.com/mswl-post/de...

Happy #MSWL Day!
I'm a Senior Editor at Diversion Books acquiring adult genre fiction.
Agents, I'd love to find:
-a darkly funny thriller with a female protagonist
-psychological suspense
-historical fantasy set around the founding of the U.S., from a BIPOC perspective
-feminist horror and retellings
-super spicy romantasy
-any thriller, sci-fi/fantasy, horror by a Latine writer

Happy #MSWL day! I'm looking for a wide range of projects in nonfiction for alcovepress.bsky.social and crookedlanebooks.bsky.social. Here's my MSWL page: www.manuscriptwishlist.com/mswl-post/la...

Happy #MSWL Day! 🎉 I acquire for freespiritbooks.bsky.social and am seeking #picturebooks with authentic representation for children from underrepresented religions. View my full wish list & learn how to submit here: www.manuscriptwishlist.com/mswl-post/de.... #kidlit #SEL #identity #pb #writers

It's #MSWL day!! I'm excited to share a few things I'm looking for later today (but first: meetings), so in the meantime, here's my page on the website. Please note I am only open to agented submissions. www.manuscriptwishlist.com/mswl-post/ca...

Harlequin Intrigue books are 55-60K, HEA required, adult (not YA or NA). Mystery-focused with a strong romantic partnership that evolves with the suspense.

#mswl time: forever looking for a Twin Peaks style small-town romantic suspense. Fish out of water special agent, secretive and seductive love interest, murder, mystery, and slightly weird goings on. Intrigue guidelines are at harlequin.submittable.com, ask me if you have questions!