A new #query trend has emerged this December 2025: Picture books about and/or starring #cats (I received 5+ in a row from authors throughout the country) #JMSQueryBoxTrends #amreading #queries #StarlingLiterary

Another #JMSQueryBoxTrend that fascinates me: Characters with the first name, Nova I find it strange that I’m seeing so many Novas, regardless of category. Okay, back to my query box. I am having a wonderful time #reading #queries. Thank you for sharing your work with me! #StarlingLit

Reading #queries this week. (I go in chronological order, so if I have yet to respond to you, it means I’m still considering your project.) Another #JMSQueryBoxTrend: Stories comped to Lord of the Rings. Not sure if I’m the best fit, but I’m open to the possibility. Best of luck! #StarlingLit

Yet another #JMSQueryBoxTrend… (I’ve devoted the entire day today to #reading #queries) Vampires. With so many vampire novels already in the market, I would hope to find something that feels completely different from the rest. A tall order, I know, but not impossible. Good luck!

Another #JMSQueryBoxTrend this fine December day: Projects compared to Dan Brown thrillers. I do like mystery novels that fit together like puzzles with lots of intriguing clues. #amreading #queries #StarlingLit

Reading #queries and seeing another trend: Titles with the word “Dark” I like it! #JMSQueryBoxTrends #StarlingLit

I am blown away by the talent I’m seeing in my #query box. Sadly, I cannot take on even a small fraction of the projects I receive, but I am in awe of the exceptional work and craft. If I pass on your query, please know it’s not a reflection of your work. Keep writing, keep revising, keep querying!

Another #JMSQueryBoxTrend that fascinates me: “White Rabbit” in the title. #amreading #queries

Reading #queries and noticing some interesting patterns today: (1) Many projects comped to Denis Johnson’s JESUS’ SON (which I’ve read but—eep—can’t remember). (2) Many opening lines with the word, “f-ck”—which I don’t mind, but it feels a little jarring at the very beginning. #JMSQueryBoxTrends

In the last nine days, I have received 653 #queries, and today I have spent the entire day reading, looking for the next big thing—one of the great highlights of my job. I love reading #queries. It’s truly an honor, and I’m grateful to all who query me. Thank you! ❤️

🌟Exciting news! 🌟 CONGRATULATIONS, @aidenschmaiden.bsky.social! 🎉 #StarlingDeals #StarlingBooks #StarlingFirsts #StarlingLit #YA #YAFantasy #Fantasy

Excited to be here!

A fun five dollar word for today, found in Maureen Dowd’s latest column: solipsistic Which means very selfish or extreme egocentricity.

Did you see that @publisherswkly.bsky.social included 5 ABLA titles in their best books of 2025 lists? Congratulations to our amazing clients: - Chelsea Lin Wallace - Kate Messner - Meg Medina - Steph Littlebird - Andrew Joseph White 🥳👏

The Goodreads Choice Awards 2025 is open and these ABLA titles are in the running! Science fiction: LOCAL HEAVENS by K.M. Fajardo Horror: YOU WEREN’T MEANT TO BE HUMAN by Andrew Joseph White Debut: WHEN THE TIDES HELD THE MOON by Venessa Vida Kelley YA fiction: I AM NOT JESSICA CHEN by Ann Liang

Reading #queries this morning and seeing a trend that thrills me: Southern Gothic! I love a good Southern Gothic and want to add one to my list. #JMSQueryBoxTrends P.S. Almost through Sept queries, still have Oct (and ~1000 more to read), plus a few from earlier that I’m still considering.

Reading #queries this morning and seeing a lot of: Historical settings (1930s, 1960s, 1990s); Serial Killers (with a nod to Ed Gein); And first lines that begin with: “My name is…” #JMSQueryBoxTrends P.S. I’m still FAR behind in my reading, but I’m trying to catch up. Thanks for your patience!

It's a School Library Journal star for NEVER SEEN THE STARS by Kate Korsh! ⭐ "This is a standout story that is equal parts sad and hopeful, with extremely relatable and beautiful explorations of grief, disability, and loss.” ⭐ Read the full review here @marchsoloway.bsky.social

Happy #KidLitArtPostcard day! I’m Jon, and I’ve been thinking about the Wild West. I love funny stories and am open to new projects. @marchsoloway.bsky.social @andreabrownlit.bsky.social is my fantastic agent and you can see more of my work at JonCorbyArt.com!

Wishing the happiest of Book Birthdays to @korshkate.bsky.social's funny, heartbreaking #YA, NEVER SEEN THE STARS. I love this book with all my heart and soul. No story has made me laugh or cry as hard in years. (Decades! Ever?) CONGRATULATIONS, KATE! P.S. Thanks, @yourfriendmaya.bsky.social!

Querying writers -- Please give yourselves some grace and stop fretting about a few silly typos in your queries. We probably won't notice them, we're not going to hold them against you, and if we DO hold them against you, you don't want to work with us anyway.

I am finding so much joy writing an editorial letter for a new horror novel that excites me in every way. Her babes are hatching. Happy Halloween!

🎨 Spotlight on Jon Corby (@joncorbyart.bsky.social)! Jon's Illustrator Page Jon is represented by Jennifer March Soloway (@marchsoloway.bsky.social). He is open to picture books and board books.

Dear #amquerying #querying, I have fallen a bit behind in my reading and am still working my way through September #queries. If you are waiting to hear from me, that means either (a) you're still in the queue, or (b) I'm considering your project and might request it. Thanks for your patience!

We're in week 3 of #ABLArtFest! 🎨✍️ The prompt for the week of October 12: 👻 GHOSTLY ENCOUNTERS 👻 Make sure to tag us @andreabrownlit.bsky.social and use #ABLArtFest! Also, friendly reminder it's never too late to use these prompts. The only requirements are to make art and have fun. 😊

The sun has yet to rise, and I am reading queries, hoping to find something that catches my attention and won't let go.

Interested in learning about the nuts and bolts of publishing? We'll discuss the lifecycle of a book and how the creative & business sides merge to create magic! Thur, Oct 16: 6-7:30pm MT—Virtual Register for access to a recording you can watch anytime! www.cowritecollective.com/event-detail...

📦Unboxing my newest picture book GRAY SQUIRREL LOSES IT with my kiddo! There were some bumps along the way, like the cat food dispenser sounding off, but we pressed on and now I’m inclined to make this a tradition. What do you think—should we keep unboxing together? #kidlit #edusky

Dear #DVPit creators, I need to drop off for a bit, but please keep me in mind if you think I could be a good fit. In particular, I am looking for: #horror (psychological, but gore is good, too. Bring on the blood) #horroromance (dating is a nightmare) #thriller (people behaving badly) #contempYA

I will be checking #DVPit all day, but there’s a good chance I’ll miss your pitch, even though it might be perfect for me. If you think I could be a good fit, please query me with the form below. I’m eager to find great projects. It might be yours. Best of luck!!!

Happy #DVPit! If I ❤️your pitch and you think I could be a good fit, please query me via my QM form: QueryTracker.net/query/Jennif... Please include #DVPit in the referral line and your pitch in the query letter. I love a good story and hope to read yours. Best of luck!

#RevisionTip Dreaming--or waking up from a dream--is passive, and the moment can feel flat to the reader. If the dream is important, try revising it as a scene that happens in real time on the page. It will give your character agency and push the drama forward in an exciting way. #revising

I love reading queries and getting the chance to see into the worlds of many creators, whose perspectives are so very different from my own. I wish I could respond to you all individually, as I have many thoughts. I don't have time, but please know I appreciate your work and the chance to read it!

I can’t believe I’m a USA Today Bestseller and that Moana’s Twisted Tale has put the series back on the New York Times bestseller list! Thank you to everyone who bought and supported HOW FAR I’LL GO, I’m so grateful. We made it! 🥹💕

YWMTBH is an INSTANT BESTSELLER! In this day and age, a horror novel BY and ABOUT a disabled trans man - tackling pregnancy as violence, the necessity of abortion, and the right to CHOOSE - hitting a list? It feels like a miracle. Everyone, thank you so much 🪱

top two things things that I, a trans horror author, have signed instead of my own books: - a box containing a vial of medical testosterone (the reader and I used the same brand) (hell yeah dude) - the literal Book of Mormon (yes, as in the LDS religious text) (pocket edition)

Try Cemetery Boys by @aidenschmaiden.bsky.social if you want to read "LGBTQ books for spooky season." #AskALibrarian

Not a corporate shill, but it’s hard to put into words the impact of seeing a display of @aidenschmaiden.bsky.social’s Cemetery Boys - with its trans, gay, Latino protagonist - as the YA pick of the month at Barnes and Noble in my red state yesterday. 🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍🌈💗

I’ve loved everything about writing this book, and it’s been out for a year today! I’m celebrating by offering reduced cost virtual visits. Message me with your email if you’d like more information! #schoolvisit #authorvisit #teachers #librarians @scholasticuk.bsky.social

High praise for STORY SPINNERS from the uber-talented Meggie Ramm, creator of the BATCAT series of graphic novels! Thanks @meggietheramm.bsky.social! Be sure to preorder book 4, BATCAT: SEEING STARS, which comes out in April 2026! Meggie is a rockstar!⭐️🦇🐈

Also read Story Spinners, it was one of my favorite reads of this year!

GRAY SQUIRREL LOSES IT! comes out this month! ✨There’s still time to pre-order! (Pre-orders get the book into stores and in front of readers! ) Thx for the support & I can’t wait for you all to meet Grayson T. Squirrel! 🐿️ (Is this emoji a chipmunk, btw?? 🧐) #kidlit #library #picturebook #edusky

My haunted house puzzle with the lovely team at eeBoo is finally out! I adore a dollhouse section, and I was extra thrilled to work on this project! 🧩 The box is also oh-so-adorable—stay tuned for many more photos! eeboo.com/products/hau... #halloween #hauntedhouse #puzzle #spookycute

Hollow Magic is officially 11 months away, so I thought it was time for an official publication date post ❄ I'll be posting more previews, lore, and cover (👀) on the 11th of each month going forward!

Happy #KidLitArtPostcard day! 🐥🐥🐥Hey! I’m Jon, a picture book illustrator and designer. I love funny, warm, and spooky stories and am open for new projects! You can see more of my work at JonCorbyArt.com @marchsoloway.bsky.social is my fantastic agent at @andreabrownlit.bsky.social 📚

We’re back with #ABLArtFest 2025!  There's a lot going on in the world these days, so this year we're offering weekly prompts this year instead of daily ones. Use the #ABLArtFest hashtag and tag @andreabrownlit so everyone can find you.  We can't wait to see what great pieces you come up with!

Sept 15- Oct. 15 is Hispanic Heritage Month! While we love reading & sharing Latine and Hispanic stories all year long, today we wanted to take an extra moment celebrate some of the Latine and Hispanic authors and illustrators in our ABLA family. ¿Cual de estos libros te interesó mas? Let us know!

hey. hey. want to hear a snippet of the YOU WERENT MEANT TO BE HUMAN audiobook????

turned in dev edits for YOURE NO BETTER on Friday, which means I get to start working on my Stone Age polyamorous fantasy-horror 😎

Happy #KidLitArtPostcard day! I’m Jon, a picture book illustrator and designer. I’m a fan of funny and exciting stories (like secret agent bees 🐝) and open for new projects. You can see more of my work at JonCorbyArt.com. I’m represented by @marchsoloway.bsky.social @ @andreabrownlit.bsky.social 📚