Megan Ilnitzki @megilnit · Jan 7
And across all age groups, stories where, despite nay-saying voices (whether they be internal/external or both), a main character comes into their own and recognizes their inherent power, self-worth, and unique place in the world. #mswl
Megan Ilnitzki @megilnit · Jan 7
YA rom-coms reminiscent of a Nora Ephron film with clever hooks, witty dialogue, and swoon-worthy characters #mswl
Megan Ilnitzki @megilnit · Jan 7
Spooky, atmospheric MG. Think JUST SOUTH OF HOME and the Serafina series. #mswl
Megan Ilnitzki @megilnit · Jan 7
Stories with protagonists ablaze with the same gumption, courage, and determination to protect the planet as Amariyanna Copeny, Greta Thunberg, and Autumn Peltier. #mswl
Megan Ilnitzki @megilnit · Jan 7
YA that tackles timely topics with a fresh, unforgettable voice that grabs the reader and never lets go. #mswl
Megan Ilnitzki @megilnit · Jan 7
I devoured THE MOON WITHIN over the holiday break. Would love to see more MG or YA novels in-verse, please. #mswl
Megan Ilnitzki @megilnit · Jan 7
MG or YA stories about complicated family dynamics, sibling bonds, and found families. #mswl
Megan Ilnitzki @megilnit · Jan 7
Contemporary, heartfelt coming-of-age MG in the vein of THE REMARKABLE JOURNEY OF COYOTE SUNRISE, SONG FOR A WHALE and THE LINE TENDER. #mswl
Megan Ilnitzki @megilnit · Jan 7
SWEEP: THE STORY OF A GIRL AND HER MONSTER was one of my favorite non-Harper books of 2019 and I’d love to see more MG/YA historical fantasy that’s just as compelling, poignant, and imaginative. #mswl
Megan Ilnitzki @megilnit · Jan 7
Lush, high-stakes MG/ YA fantasy with series potential featuring unlikely heroes you can’t help but root for and writing that knocks your socks off. #mswl
Megan Ilnitzki @megilnit · Jan 7
So first and foremost, across all age ranges and genres, I’m always looking for stories from diverse voices and underrepresented creators. #weneeddiversebooks now more than ever, especially ones full of adventure, magic, and love. #mswl
Caitlyn Averett @craverett · Jan 7
It has come to my attention that the JIMMY list has no books containing dragons. This must be remedied, so agents, please send me MG submissions with dragons in them! I had a huge thing for dragons as a kid and would love to see some unique takes on them now. #MSWL
Zabé/Z.R. Ellor @ZREllor · Jan 7
I love NINTH HOUSE so much and want to see any titles that comp to it, in adult or YA, especially from diverse voices! #MSWL
Megan Ilnitzki @megilnit · Jan 7
Putting some #MSWL items out into the universe in the hopes they find their way to me in 2020! Agent friends, I’m actively acquiring PB, MG, and YA but I’m really looking to build my MG/YA lists this year. Below are some things I’d love to see right now. 👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼
Peter Knapp @petejknapp · Jan 7
In short: I want to collaborate with clients who are ambitious storytellers with strong visions for their careers...who have something they want to say, and something they want to build. And I want to help them do it. Let's go, 2020! #mswl
Peter Knapp @petejknapp · Jan 7
And there's much more I'm looking for, including the thing I don't yet realize I'm looking for, so try me with your MG and YA queries, please! I can't wait to read them! #mswl