Okay agents, I’m back from sabbatical so here’s a few things I’m particularly on the hunt for this year! #MSWL

If you're repping a epic fantasy/secondary world fantasy with either zero romance or a B-plot romance, could you send it my way PLEASE? #mswl

Would love to see more cozy mysteries! Whether it’s a traditional one a la Amanda Flower or something a bit more in the vein of DIAL A FOR AUNTIES.
I love bookish or cooking premises, something that is lightly paranormal (think witches or a friendly ghost.) and an animal companion!

#mswl

I need someone to please write me a YuGiOh-inspired YA or NA novel 🙂‍↕️ #mswl

If you’re interested in what I’m looking for, my #mswl is always up to date!

www.manuscriptwishlist.com/mswl-post/melissa-rechter/

Yo #mswl ! I'm an editor at Andrews McMeel @andrewsmcmeel .bsky.social acquiring graphic novels, humor, and lifestyle/gift books for adults. I also enjoy developing concepts around unique voices. Agents, feel free to reach out! Here’s my latest wishlist:
www.manuscriptwishlist.com/mswl-post/amanda-meadows/

Running late on #MSWL Day but HMU if you have smart literary spec work like HOW HIGH WE GO JN THE DARK or STATION ELEVEN with a spiritual twist: whp.submittable.com

My MSWL editor’s page:
www.manuscriptwishlist.com/mswl-post/rebecca-johns/

It's #MSWL day, you say? I have one of those! And it just got a shiny new update for 2025: featherflores.com/mswl/

Lots of specifics in here—give it a peek! ✨ I'm especially hungry for YA fantasy, romantasy, and gothic vibes rn. Agents, please reach out if something's a fit (or just to say hi 💞).

If it’s atmospheric fiction laced with artful elements of horror or decay, I’m interested. Read more at www.manuscriptwishlist.com/mswl-post/ch... #MSWL lfpbooks.bsky.social

One of my dream #MSWL books is a horror novel set in a cave -- think The Descent for books. Claustrophobic, dark, encroaching madness...bonus points for historical setting, an ambiguous ending, or a queer romance subplot. Antarctica horror would be cool too I guess 💁‍♀️

I’d rather read mss that attempt difficult things and execute them pretty well than ones that attempt what’s easy and execute it flawlessly. Dream big #MSWL ! Open for submissions in May, read more about what I'm interested in at www.manuscriptwishlist.com/mswl-post/ch... lfpbooks.bsky.social

#MSWL you know what I'd really, really love? A non-didactic, colorful, highly illustrated digital media literacy guide for kids. Please someone submit this to me.

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!