I’m excited to hear pitches at the Seattle Writing Workshop tomorrow! To anyone else hoping to send a query my way, I plan to open next Monday for a very brief window. Looking forward to reading some great stuff!

AGENT SPOTLIGHT: Victoria Harris of The Caldwell Agency! @myreadingnook.bsky.social answers some of our most pressing questions and discusses their advice for authors hoping to make it. Learn more, on our blog: writingdayworkshops.com/blog #amwriting #amquerying #literaryagent #writingcommunity

Advice from Seasoned Authors featuring Michael F. Haspil! See what his best pieces of advice are for all authors looking to make it and stay in this industry for a long time. Read all his advice on our blog: writingdayworkshops.com/blog #amwriting #amquerying #writingcommunity #writerscommunity

New Agent Alert! Jess Gilbert has recently joined D4EO Literary Agency. Jess is looking for literary and commercial fiction and more! Discover the full MSWL and how to query on our blog: www.writingdayworkshops.com/blog #amwriting #amquerying #literaryagent #writingcommunity #publishing

AGENT SPOTLIGHT: Emma Fulenwider of Wordserve Literary! Emma answers some of our most pressing questions and gives her best author advice! Learn more, and see if she might be your dream agent, on our blog: writingdayworkshops.com/blog #amwriting #amquerying #literaryagent #writingcommunity

Happy Halloween to all who celebrate! Stay safe and warm tonight! 👻🎃👻

“New” Agent Alert! Ashley was previously an agent at WLA Books, so we’re saying “new” lightly! Ashley recently switched agencies to Massie McQuilkin & Altman Literary Agents. Ashley is looking for adult fiction, horror, and more! Discover the MSWL on our blog: www.writingdayworkshops.com/blog

We caught up with @kissedbyink.bsky.social from @belcastroagency.bsky.social today, and grabbed an updated MSWL! Amy is taking pitches at our Seattle Writing Workshop ONLINE Conference on Saturday, November 8th! Find all our conferences/pitch opportunities on our website: writingdayworkshops.com

Near Cleveland in November? Come check out our IN PERSON conference on November 22th, 2025! You can take workshops, pitch agents, get your query critiqued, and meet other authors! Info and registration here: clevelandwritingworkshop.com #amwriting #amquerying #writingcommunity #writerscommunity

When Mary Kole comes right out and says it: Showing vs. Telling is not what we think it is. A STRONG piece about how telling isn’t actually as bad as we have believed it to be. @goodstory.bsky.social Let go of your biases and read the article here: www.writingdayworkshops.com/blog/why-sho...

New Agent Alert! Sasha Landauer has recently been promoted to agent at Writers House. Sasha is looking for adult fiction and non-fiction! Discover the full #mswl and how to query on our blog: www.writingdayworkshops.com/blog #amwriting #amquerying #literaryagent #writingcommunity

We hate to admit it, but it’s true. Auto-rejects happen, and they happen often. Here’s some things that can get you rejected without an agent even looking at your first pages. Happy Monday, friends, and keep at it. You’ve got this. #amwriting #amquerying #literaryagent #writingcommunity #writing

Advice from Seasoned Authors featuring Morgan Busse! We asked Morgan some of the most important questions about self-doubt, inspiration, and more! See what her best pieces of advice are for all authors looking to stay in this industry. Read all her advice on our blog: writingdayworkshops.com/blog

Near Pittsburgh in November? Come check out our IN PERSON conference on November 15th, 2025! You can take workshops, pitch agents, get your query critiqued, and meet other authors! Don’t miss the opportunity! More info and registration here: pittsburghwritingworkshop.com #amwriting #publishing

New Agent Alert! Kim Carson Bodie has recently joined Susan Schulman Literary Agency. Kim is looking for fiction with the right voice, energy, and propulsion! Discover the full #mswl on our blog: www.writingdayworkshops.com/blog #amquerying #literaryagent @susanschulman.bsky.social

One of my favorite writing quotes that really makes me stop and think. How can I take this world or scene from my imagination, but not detail it enough to let my readers minds work for me? Remember that writing should ALWAYS leave room for your readers’ imaginations! :) #amwriting #amquerying

Advice from Seasoned Authors featuring Kathleen Y’Barbo! We asked Kathleen some of the most important questions about her writing practices, inspiration, and so much more! See her best pieces of advice for all authors. Read all her advice on our blog: writingdayworkshops.com/blog

Happy Writing Prompt Thursday! You know the rules: 1. Sit down 2. Start writing 3. Aim for at least 500 words (no upper word limit) 4. Have as much fun as you can with it Thanks, @brianklems.bsky.social for the best writing prompts! Good luck and happy writing, friends! #amwriting #writingprompt

New Agent Alert! Darryl Oliver has recently joined The Caldwell Agency. @dkoliver3.bsky.social is looking for adult sci-fi and fantasy, and so much more! Discover the full #mswl and how to query on our blog: www.writingdayworkshops.com/blog #amwriting #amquerying #literaryagent #publishing

So many new writers are entering the scene, so here’s some BEST ESTIMATES on current word count averages. Where is your manuscript at? What’s the word count requirements you’re seeing for your age range and genre?! #amwriting #amquerying #writingcommunity #authors #writerscommunity #publishing

Heard some amazing pitches today at @writingdaywksp.bsky.social pitch sessions. How are there so many of you all with such great ideas?! Can’t wait to read, but early inbox first.

Advice from Seasoned Authors featuring Heather Day Gilbert! We asked Heather some important questions. See what her best pieces of advice are for all authors looking to make it! Read all her advice on our blog: writingdayworkshops.com/blog #amwriting #amquerying #writingcommunity #fiction

AGENT SPOTLIGHT: Sherri Johnson of Gardner Literary! @agentsherrijohnson.bsky.social answers some of our most pressing questions and discusses her love of helping authors achieve their dreams. Learn more, and see if she might be your dream agent, on our blog: writingdayworkshops.com/blog

What types of characters do I love across all genres? Weirdos! Gimmie a freak, geek, dork, dingus, loser, loner. A vampire who's scared of blood? GIMMIE!! Hell, gimmie an unapologetic asshole. Nice people are nice, but I love somebody who makes me hate them.

We caught up with Geffen Semach from @westwoodcreative.bsky.social today, and were able to grab an updated MSWL! Geffen is taking pitches at our Florida Writing Workshop ONLINE Conference this Saturday! Find all our conferences and pitch opportunities on our website: writingdayworkshops.com

I'll be taking pitches on Oct. 4th for the Online Florida Writing Workshop. Especially seeking sharp upmarket & commercial fiction, psychological suspense & humorous mysteries. Lots of amazing agents participating! Sign up! Here's my #MSWL for more: www.manuscriptwishlist.com/mswl-post/an...

New Agent Alert! Aashna Avachat has recently joined Neighborhood Literary. Aashna is looking for PB through Adult, Non-Fiction, and more! Discover the full #mswl and how to query on our blog: www.writingdayworkshops.com/blog #amwriting #amquerying #literaryagent #writingcommunity #authors

It’s here! Our schedule for 2026 is here! Are we coming to a city near you? If not, don’t worry: we have several virtual conferences you can attend from anywhere. All our 2026 writing conferences are now posted on our website! www.writingdayworkshops.com/event-locati...

Guess who's back again? 👀 Come catch me this October for another conference.

AGENT SPOTLIGHT: Tommy Dean of Rosecliff Literary! Tommy answers some of our pressing questions and reveals his MSWL and how much he loves collaborating with authors! Learn more, and see if he might be your dream agent, in our blog: writingdayworkshops.com/blog @tommydeanwriter.bsky.social

Laura Frantz is headlining our newest series, Advice from Seasoned Authors. We asked Laura some of the most important questions about this industry, longevity, and so much more! See what her best piece of advice on our blog: writingdayworkshops.com/blog #writingcommunity #amwriting

New Agent Alert! Kelsey Evans has worked in the industry previously and has recently joined Rosecliff Literary. Kelsey is looking for independent voices, indie successes, and more! Discover the full #mswl and how to query on our blog: www.writingdayworkshops.com/blog @roseclifflit.bsky.social

A reminder to everyone that there are SO MANY WAYS to do a query and synopsis CORRECTLY. Many may think the way I’ve laid out the chart is incorrect. Simply do your best, do research, and know that you won’t be rejected based on small formatting differences. #amwriting #writingcommunity

Feeling stuck on this gloomy Monday? We have a book for you! 52 Ways to get Unstuck by Chris Mandeville is a playful and innovative book packed with exercises and more to get you writing, moving, and UNSTUCK. 🎉 Read all the praise for this book on our blog: writingdayworkshops.com/blog #amwriting

Our next Writing Day Workshop is ONLINE from October 3-4th, and you can participate from the comfort of your own home. Attend workshops, learn, speak to agents and editors, and more! Come see how we can help you refine your writing and manuscripts. Find out more: floridawritingworkshops.com

AGENT SPOTLIGHT: Frannie Dove of The Caldwell Agency! Frannie answers our most pressing questions and reveals how much she adores the query process and is on the hunt for historicals. Learn more, and see if she might be your dream agent, in our blog: writingdayworkshops.com/blog #writingcommunity

Happy Writing Prompt Thursday! You know the rules: 1. Sit down 2. Start writing 3. Aim for at least 500 words (no upper word limit) 4. Have as much fun as you can with it. Thanks, @brianklems.bsky.social for the best writing prompts! Good luck and happy writing! #amwriting #writingcommunity

The 2025 Online Seattle Writing Workshop is an online “How to Get Published” writing event on November 7-8, 2025. Writers are welcome to attend virtually from everywhere and anywhere and we have an incredible faculty! More info & how to sign up via link in our bio. #amwriting #writingcommunity

New Agent Alert! Anna Ange joined Liza Dawson Associates and is looking for adult literary, horror, queer historical, graphic novels, and so much more! @annaange.bsky.social @lizadawsonassoc.bsky.social Discover the full #mswl and how to query on our blog: www.writingdayworkshops.com/blog

Sometimes, it’s necessary. There’s room at the table for all of our voices. Happy Sunday, friends. Lift each other up today. #amwriting #amquerying #literaryagent #writingcommunity #fiction #writing #writerscommunity #authorslife #authors #aspiringauthor #writingfiction #publishing #writerslife

Moby Dick, anyone? Let’s be real. Every great novel had its time. Every fad changes this industry and keeps it moving. What was popular 1 year ago is no longer what editors are looking for now. So here’s a hard truth: stop trying to base your writing off a book that was written 50+ years ago.

So many of you have been asking for the query formula, so here’s the basics! Let us know what questions you have, and we’ll do our best to answer them below. 👇🏻 More info can always be found at writingdayworkshops.com #amwriting #amquerying #literaryagent #writingcommunity #writerscommunity

What NOT To Do When Beginning Your Novel (PART 2) Advice direct from Literary Agents themselves, on what to avoid and what they see a lot of in opening pages! You can find this article, and all the rest of the agents and their tips for your opening pages, on our blog: writingdayworkshops.com/blog

Struggling with really pulling your character to the forefront of your pitch? Here’s some questions to consider! Read more information about queries on our blog: writingdayworkshops.com #amwriting #amquerying #literaryagent #writingcommunity #writing #writerscommunity #authorshelpingauthors

New Agent Alert! Pete Mulvihill has worked in the publishing industry previously and has recently joined The Watermark Agency. Discover the full #mswl and how to query on our blog: www.writingdayworkshops.com/blog #amwriting #amquerying #literaryagent #writingcommunity #writing #writerscommunity

AGENT SPOTLIGHT: Hailey Stephens of Rosecliff Literary! @roseclifflit.bsky.social Hailey answers our pressing questions and reveals her unique way of collaborating with authors to get the best outcomes. Learn more, and see if she’s your dream agent, on our blog: writingdayworkshops.com/blog

Building a platform as a writer can seem SCARY and DAUNTING. It doesn’t come easily to many, but we have to understand that building a platform is like networking. The more you accept it, the easier it gets and the more connections you have. 📲 Read more on our blog: writingdayworkshops.com/blog

It’s been a bit since Writing Prompt Wednesday, so we turned it into a Thursday! You know the rules: 1. Sit down 2. Start writing 3. Aim for at least 500 words (no upper word limit) 4. Have as much fun as you can with it Good luck and happy writing, friends! #amwriting #writingcommunity

Will I see you Saturday?