ICYMI my first 2023 #MSWL 🥰

Early Reader #MSWL: If you’re a BIPOC author-illustrator with the start of a GN novel series like Narwhal and Jelly with the laugh out loud moments of Supertato PBs, I’d love to hear from you.

PB #MSWL: I would love to partner with an author-illustrator with a dummy that uses monochromatic/B&W illustrations with minimal colors. Examples:

Hi #AmQuerying community! I'm thrilled to start seeking writers & illustrators to rep at @GalltZacker! :]

Though I'm not planning to fully open to queries this year, I am open to email queries for select projects from BIPOC writers/illustrators matching the descriptions below.🧵

In honor of #MSWLDay, reposting what’s at the top of my #MSWL … Illustrators/Author-Illustrators:
•Well-thought-out portfolios w/ illustrations representing our diverse world
•An easily-recognizable, signature look
•Images that emit any kind of emotion
See my feed for more!

It's #MSWL Day, & what I'm most excited about right now is LOVE stories! Please, please gimme 'em! Also, I'd love to see thrillers in the adult & YA space. There's more–because I'm greedy like that–so check out the new manuscript wishlist page. Thanks! manuscriptwishlist.com/mswl-post/Jemi…

I still have a handful of older queries and submissions to read, but I'm officially open to queries again! Looking for crossover speculative fiction, thrillers and horror with speculative elements, and 2SLGBTQIA+ picture books from authors or author/illustrators! #MSWL

PICTURE BOOKS—I am specifically looking for author-illustrators in this space. Send me anything that is humor-driven, brimming with heart, and/or has a touch of magic. Some of my favorites: THE NIGHT GARDENER, WE DON’T EAT OUR CLASSMATES, ALMA, THE BEAR AND THE PIANO. #MSWL

I'd love to see more author/illustrator graphic novel projects in my inbox 👀 #MSWL

"I'm looking for graphic nonfiction by author/illustrators for all age categories."
@agentvicente #MSWL

psliterary.com/submissions/

In MG & YA (incl GNs by Author-Illustrators):
•Diverse contemporary stories and romcoms
•Grounded sub-genres like horror or mysteries
•Novels by marginalized writers w/ stories yet told
•Stories that take you on an adventure and an emotional roller coaster all at once
5/7

In PBs from Author-Illustrators:
•Thought-provoking or entertaining stories that aren’t focused on teaching a lesson
•Slice of life moments with unique characters told through a kid-centric-POV
•Marginalized voices that allow the reader to feel seen
3/7

Illustrators/Author-Illustrators:
•Well-thought-out portfolios w/ interconnected illustrations that accurately represent our diverse world
•Artists w/ an easily recognizable signature look
•Images that emit emotion and make me laugh or cry
2/7

👇 means I’ll be open to queries starting tomorrow (hoping this system will make the process more manageable for everyone!)

I’m looking to add to my list of passionate authors & illustrators who love & believe in the art of storytelling.
 
With that, my current 2023 #MSWL: 1/7

PB: Author-illustrators or teams!

For some styles I like, check out the M&O team of picture book illustrators: Stacey Byer, Maribel Castells, Rachel Más Davidson, Tiffany Golden, Skylar Hogan, Dawn Masi, Sue Safianoff

Tagging with #mswl for visibility! Reach out if this describes you.

2023 #MSWL 🧵! I represent picture books through YA (+illustrators!) and in all categories I am particularly looking to represent more non-white, queer, and disabled creatives. As a white, cishet, abled woman, I truly appreciate the trust you put in me by sharing your work.

PB – I’m not really looking much for NF bios these days, as the market is so saturated, unless it somehow ties into present times (I am only looking for bios on women and/or underrepresented and diverse subjects). Author-illustrators always!

Quick note: I’m pulling back on PBs quite a bit. Last year they easily took over my query inbox (nearly ⅔ of my submissions were PBs!), and I’m hoping to balance out my list this year. I’m still open to PBs but will mostly be looking for author/illustrator projects.

My #MSWL is live! I will do my best to keep it current! Check it out. :)
manuscriptwishlist.com/mswl-post/kris…