“Neurodivergent parenting books by authors of color. I keep looking and I’m not finding them. If you’re writing one, query me.” @ericsmithrocks #MSWL ericsmithrocks.com/mswl

“Adult romcoms for millennial audiences with an element of social media.” @claire_m_harris #MSWL psliterary.com/submissions/

“Fandom books and other illustrated, geeky/pop culture non-fiction for YA and MG (maybe even PB?) readers.” @readbystephanie #MSWL psliterary.com/submissions/

“The thing that makes me keep reading is VOICE. I want access to your narrator’s inner life. I should feel what they are feeling. They should feel ‘bad’ things (e.g. anger, envy, greed, etc.), too.” @ceciliaclyra #MSWL psliterary.com/submissions/

"Compelling historical YA like The Weight of Our Sky by Hanna Alkaf.” @agentvicente #MSWL mariavicente.com/representation

"Non-fiction like Joseph McCormack's BRIEF: MAKE A BIGGER IMPACT BY SAYING LESS." @CurtisPSLA #MSWL psliterary.com/submissions/

“Fiction I loved (from the past year or two): THE MOST FUN WE EVER HAD, THE GREAT BELIEVERS, FLEISHMAN IS IN TROUBLE, LITTLE FIRES EVERYWHERE, THE LAST ROMANTICS, CHARLOTTE WALSH LIKES TO WIN, COMMONWEALTH, CIRCE, THE GREAT ALONE.” @carlywatters #MSWL psliterary.com/submissions/

“I’d really love to get more YA horror in my inbox. Smart horror. I don’t want gore, I want a story that creeps me out, and asks questions I don’t want answers to.” @ericsmithrocks #MSWL ericsmithrocks.com/mswl

I've found some great proposal so far. Keep 'em coming! Make sure to read this post about specific projects I am looking for! Babbles from Scott Eagan: #MSWL Diverse Stories and Diverse Voices scotteagan.blogspot.com/2021/07/mswl-d…

"Cozy mysteries centered around siblings & involving a sweet twist! Maybe they’re siblings running a bakery, or the local baker dies mysteriously + the siblings need to solve the murder while keeping the bakery afloat. You tell me!" @claire_m_harris #MSWL psliterary.com/submissions/

“Send me your diverse MG adventures where the kids go wild in a fashion industry setting, think a big and beautiful bridal shop a la Say Yes to the Dress or a designer's home office or flagship.” @readbystephanie #MSWL psliterary.com/submissions/

“Business books centered on intersectional feminist issues, offering analysis & new solutions to tackle gender inequality. I’d particularly love to see a book on negotiating while female, blending case studies with light prescription.” @ceciliaclyra #MSWL psliterary.com/submissions/

“Modern middle grade chapter book series, like Mindy Kim by Lyla Lee and Narwhal and Jelly by Ben Clanton. “ @agentvicente #MSWL mariavicente.com/representation

"Thrillers like WHAT HAVE YOU DONE by Matthew Farrell." @CurtisPSLA #MSWL psliterary.com/submissions/

"Indigenous food writers! I want to hear from you! We need more books in this space." @carlywatters #MSWL psliterary.com/submissions/

“YA non-fiction: Memoir, essay collections, you name it. Queer There & Everywhere is probably my favorite YA non-fic title in recent memory, and a great example of what I’d like to see.” @ericsmithrocks #MSWL ericsmithrocks.com/mswl

“Pop psychology & fun self help projects, especially from a qualified position (i.e. therapist, psychologist, life coach, etc). I love books that can provide tangible ways to improve yourself, while also being considered a fun read.” @claire_m_harris #MSWL psliterary.com/submissions/

“A middle-grade Wynonna Earp sff western is for sure on my #MSWL.” @readbystephanie #MSWL psliterary.com/submissions/

"A few themes that I’m looking for in terms of nonfiction include: Privacy; Big Tech vs. Government; Flexibility, Climate Change, and Infrastructure. Bonus points if you’re conveying an original idea through a counterintuitive angle." @ceciliaclyra #MSWL psliterary.com/submissions/

Starting the morning off fast. I have a lot of things on the agenda and submissions to read. Hoping for more great books!
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