I've finally had a chance to update my #MSWL on my website SeraRivers.com/mswl. Also, something I would REALLY LOVE to see is a modern-day #BIPOC #THEWESTINGGAME! Someone send me tis PLEASE! #queryme #amquerying #literaryagent #kidlit #ya #mg #pb #gn #kidlitart

I’m open to looking at MG. I’m working on updating my #MSWL. Thanks for asking!

Just gently cried my way through the end of Alice Hoffman’s The Red Garden, and I’d very much love a multi-generational MG or YA novel that lovingly explores the ties that bind us to our ancestors and our homes. And, well, a little magic never hurts ✨ #MSWL

Agents, I am DYING for some extra creepy MG horror! Particularly commercial stories that are short and sweet. I haven't had nearly enough nightmares lately 🙂 #MSWL

A summary of recent past #mswl that I’d still very much like to see in my inbox please:

Fat BIPOC characters
Indigenous stories
Autistic BIPOC creators
Trans femme authors
Queer joy in MG
YA thrillers
Monsters
LOL MG and YA

#writingcommunity

I tend to gravitate towards stories about identity, family relationships, and travel. In children’s literature, I am actively looking for #PB, #MG, #YA & #GN. I am also open to adult and #nonfiction submissions. #MSWL

I’d love to see more Middle Grade submissions in my inbox! Check out some of my MG #mswl and, if you think we’d be a good fit, head to Holloway’s website to see how to submit to me!

I think this is making me want a MG Stepford SERIES all the more. . . . But I need a really good twist. Surprise me. #MSWL

“I’d love to see more YA or MG illustrated nonfiction or graphic novels about women’s rights, reproductive health, and adjacent topics (pop culture included).” @readbystephanie #MSWL psliterary.com/submissions/

and on that note: agents, I would love to hear from you! I'm actively acquiring MG and YA, and you can find my #MSWL here: manuscriptwishlist.com/mswl-post/gret…

I feel like I need to clarify what I mean about books that make me happy. I'm NOT looking for books that ARE HAPPY all the way through. That's nuts. Books need conflict and complications and ups and downs. I am looking for books that MAKE ME HAPPY. #MSWL

I have more space for MG on my list than YA. My YA list is really healthy and active. In either case, I'm looking for people who complement it, but don't replicate it. (Does that make sense?)

MG:
- I like zany humor and mad-cap adventures. (See TIME VILLAINS and 7TH GRADE V. GALAXY on my list.)
- Epic fantasy is great—but the more original the world the better.
- A sense of FUN and POSSIBILITY and MAGIC (doesn't have to be literal magic, but it doesn't hurt).

Let's talk #MSWL! (Is this still a useful hashtag? I'm so rusty.) When I reopen on 3/1, I'll want...

MG/YA generally:
- I want books that make me happy. I do not want to be depressed.
- Things really need to stand out right now. BIG concepts. BIG feels. BIG twists.

#MSWL Middle Grade & Picture Books blueridgeagency.com

For YA manuscripts, follow the submission guidelines for @fluxbooks and mention my name!

For MG manuscripts, follow the guidelines for @JollyFishPress and mention my name!

#MSWL #YA #MG

I want "American Unearthed" but in a MG or YA series, with an odd mix of characters who don't normally hang out together but search for the truth while they discover they aren't so different after all. Diverse charcters will get precedence in slush pile! #MSWL #query

So this is really specific, but if anyone has a project they'd pitch as Jurassic Park but in Space (MG or YA), I MUST HAVE IT. It'd be sweet if they're actually dinos, (WHY are their dinos in space? I don't know) but I'd take aliens or something else. #MSWL

Querying authors, I’m pumped to share that I’ll be open to queries from February 15-April 15! I’m looking for YA and MG in all genres. Bring on all the plot twists, vibes, beautiful writing, and underrepresented voices! #MSWL

querymanager.com/DanielleBurby

I know it’s not a kidlit book, but THE HOUSE IN THE CERULEAN SEA cured my reading rut and was a hug I desperately needed. I would love to see something like this but for MG/YA with truly wholesome, chaotic, and lovable characters. #MSWL