I'm now open to queries at querytracker.net/query/Michel... !! Do not send queries to my email as they will be deleted. I'm open until 10 pm EST on November 7th, accepting all Middle Grade and Young Adult. Also accepting Adult Mystery, Fantasy, Romantasy, Science Fiction and Horror.

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.

Even the title makes me smile!

Writers, mark your calendars! ✍️ TRF agent Jennifer Chevais will take one-on-one pitches at the online #2025SeattleWritingWorkshop. This is your chance to connect directly with an agent and share your project from anywhere in the world. Register here: theseattlewritingworkshop.com

CONGRATS to all... 🧡🧡🧡

Polish up your manuscripts and portfolios… After a terrific first 18 months at SWL, Lori is celebrating Thanksgiving by opening to queries! Swipe through to see what types of projects she's seeking to add to her exceptional list. #amquerying #amagenting #kidlit #kidlitartpostcard #GN #MG #YA #NA

Love this reminder... ❤️

Querying friends, take note of this... ❤️

I'll be doing an #askagent TODAY from 2pm to 3pm CST! Bring your burning publishing/querying/writing etc questions and I'll do my best to answer! ☺️

Loved chatting with @juliefhedlund.bsky.social from @12x12challenge.bsky.social @scbwirockymtn.bsky.social conference. Feeling inspired! ✨

Only 11 days left! HALLOWEEN #Webinar & #Querycritique SALE! Link: serarivers.com/shop/ 🎃FROM MAYHEM TO MURDER IN #PICTUREBOOKS 🎃MASTERING THE MESSY MIDDLE 🎃$31 Query Critiques to 31 people (23 left!) #webinar #ondemand #sale #amwriting #amquerying #literaryagent #writingcommunity #writingworkshop

And, I'm finally open again for queries!!!

Super excited to attend @scbwirockymtn.bsky.social Letters and Lines conference next weekend! Who's going? I'd LOVE to connect in person! #kidlit #SCBWI

Great info…❤️

Love this... ❤️

Mychal is perfect for this role! Exciting... ❤️

Woot, woot! 🎃 The #FallWritingFrenzy #kidlit competition rules and images are up! Check them out here: lydialukidis.wordpress.com/fallwritingf... #WritingCommunity #amwriting #amreading #competition #fall #writing #stories @kaitlynleann17.bsky.social

Excellent list…❤️

Love this reminder… ❤️

I’ve opened back up to queries! Please *only* use my Query Manager form or my query email. Anything sent to my main email will be deleted. I’m excited to dive into new work!! MSWL: www.publishersmarketplace.com/members/alev...

Less than a month until #DVpit, a pitch event for marginalized creators looking to find an agent & get traditionally published! Here's a reminder of the rules! For more guidelines & info go to dvpit.carrd.co See you all at DVpit on October 8th, 2025! #writersky #booksky

There is still time to sign up for @cowrite.bsky.social's Fundamentals of Writing for Kids and Teens on September 18! It'll be a lot of fun, and #amquerying authors there will be querying strategies and tips! Grab your spot today. www.cowritecollective.com/event-detail... #writingsky #amwriting

So much fun writing my entry for the #KidlitChuckleChallenge! 😀😂🙂 Thanks for hosting such a great contest! ❤️ @aprilberrybooks.bsky.social, @musingmommumble.bsky.social, @juliehauswirth.bsky.social , @brilawyer.bsky.social.

The American Library Association is pleased to announce that they are now accepting applications for the 2026 Jason Reynolds / Simon & Schuster Travel Grant. Learn more here: www.ala.org/news/2025/09... #EduSky #LibrarianSky

If you’ve ever gotten a pass that felt unfair—know that agents feel the sting too. We’re not rejecting you. We’re making hard decisions inside an imperfect system.

Top 5 reasons I reject picture book texts: 1. Too long 2. Writer doesn't leave room for the illustrator 3. Rhyme/meter off, cliche, or uninteresting 4. Too didactic 5. Lacks style and grace Watch the video to learn more about each point! #picturebook #pb #kidlit #querying youtu.be/RQSmhr2tZ6A

Great idea…❤️

#kidlit Join the crowd - send books to enter the #SunWriteFun raffle and help a school library @buchetbooks.bsky.social @kmgreenwald.bsky.social

#Kidlit writers of #booksky! Grab your spot for @cowrite.bsky.social's virtual Fundamentals of Writing for Kids & Teens class on Sep 18! We'll chat about all things kid lit, including query tips and tricks! www.cowritecollective.com/event-detail... #amwriting #amquerying #writingsky

#KidLitGN's pitch event is coming up! See kidlitgn.com for details. Thank you to Mira García for the art! Website: bitingnclawing.wordpress.com Social media: @bitingnclawing.bsky.social @bitingnclawing #kidlit #pitchevent

✨WE ARE LIVE!✨ Almost 400 amazing items are available to help #KidLit4Ceasefire families survive the genocide in Gaza! 322 still without bids: www.32auctions.com/organization...

I’ll be opening to queries for the month of September for Queer Adult Horror, Thriller, Psychological Thriller, and Suspense. I use Query Manager and the link will go live on my website 9/1! pageturnerliteraryagency.com/submissions #MSWL

tomorrow is the last day for #sunwritefun @tleungabbott.bsky.social @kellyamangan.bsky.social @merylwrites.bsky.social @caitbonnar.bsky.social @gehrisch-arts.com @midfreeman.bsky.social @janycampana.bsky.social @denadavisbooks.bsky.social @willmooreston.com if any of you #kidlit writers want in!

Excellent ideas from Debbie…❤️

Great info..,❤️

The Children’s Book Resource Hub is a directory for #teachers to easily find book-based educational resources. This growing hub has a little something for everyone! Are you a children’s author? Click to add your resources! kidlitgrove.substack.com/p/childrens-... #booksky #edusky #kidlit

This looks like a super helpful feed for #edusky and #KidLit #Authors.

Attention #booksky! Are you interested in learning the ins & outs of kid lit? Are you looking for some query tips & submission strategies? Join @cowrite.bsky.social for our VIRTUAL class: The Fundamentals of Writing for Kids & Teens on Sep 18! www.cowritecollective.com/event-detail... #amwriting

🎧 Back to school doesn't mean summer's over! Make the most of remaining sunny days with these 6 silly & summery audiobooks for ages 4-6+. From cranky crows to untrustworthy fish—guaranteed family giggles! www.thechildrensbookreview.com/6-silly-and-... Curated by @audiofilemagazine.bsky.social

#kidlitchat happens tonight at 9pm Eastern/6pm Pacific (or this afternoon for our Hawaii chatters or super early for others!). If you care about #kidlit and wanna chat with others who do (or wish to sidebar with me about the Oreo/Reese’s collaborations), I hope you’ll join us!

A mentor text is used as guidance for new work. E.g., the mentor text demonstrates use of a new technique, or a genre you're trying to enter - you could use a few mentor rhyming texts as you try rhyme or nonfiction as you write a proposal. #literaryagentsofchange #amwriting #amagenting #publishing

A new AGENT ANTICS WITH VICKY AND CATHIE has dropped! Give it a read and feel free to share with your friends! open.substack.com/pub/agentant...

Got questions? Send them our way for the Q&A we're holding next month! 👀 😌 #literaryagentsofchange #literarychange #agenting #writing #publishing #writingcommunity #books #agents #writers #amwriting #amagenting

Nerves getting the best of you when you're at school visits or other speaking events? Here are some tips to help! melissataylortips.substack.com/p/speaking-t... #kidlit #speakingtips

This is a great opportunity for school librarians! My school was one of last year’s lucky recipients and the books have been a wonderful addition to our collection. #TLSky

FREE Book Chat happening Tuesday, August 12 at 8pm ET/5pm PT! Join us for this month’s #12x12PB Book Chat with @tashahilderman.bsky.social as she shares how her new #picturebook LIGHTS AT NIGHT went from idea to bookshelf! Sign up here: buff.ly/MIUH6iQ #kidlit #12x12PB

I’m open to queries for the month of August! Adult up-market, adult romance, YA, MG and illustrators or author illustrators. See www.upstartcrowliterary.com for sub guidelines. #amquerying #amwriting

Love hearing this…❤️

NEW EVENT: First Pages Session with Janet Bruins of Picture Book Heist! Check here for further information about the event, as well as how to sign up. docs.google.com/document/d/1...

Are you a published children's #author, #artist, or #photographer? Lit Kids Magazine wants to feature you in a blog interview! Check out our prior interviews on our site and DM for more information if you're interested! TIA! 🤗 litkidsmagazine.wixsite.com/lit-kids-mag... #kidlit #blog #interview