Meetings are now live for everyone, member and non-member alike! If you have your heart set on a specific agent or editor to meet this month, now's the time to book! Agent + Editor consultations here: manuscriptacademy.com/consultations Here if you need us!

We have a super exciting month at The Manuscript Academy! We're debuting a new event format, #YourQueries, which is like #10Queries for members--watch agent Kelly Van Sant read member queries at a submission reading pace! Optimize for speed and comprehension BEFORE sending out your work. And...

I’ve been doing the @manuscriptwishlist.bsky.social summer academy and it has been so worth it. Good peer feedback on what’s not working with my query and first page, excellent tips and webinars with agents and editors. I’m kind of sad it’s over soon!! #amwritting #mswlAcademy #writingcommunity

Starting in just a few hours! Can't wait! Julie Soto's friend and writing coach Anna will join us too--if you haven't met Anna, she is a high energy delight. Julie mentioned in her acknowledgements that she's probably drinking coffee as you read this--so we'll start with a ☕️ toast. Join us!

Tomorrow! Join us for our Q&A with bestselling author Julie Soto, most recently of The Thrashers. There's no pressure to read the book--we know you're busy! The event is so you can be around that bestseller energy, learn how she did it--and, maybe, you can too. manuscriptacademy.com/julie-soto

Do you struggle with knowing if your work is commercial, literary, upmarket--or even book club? Literary agent Savannah Brooks, KT Literary, describes how you can know--by examining character, plot, emphasis, and more. 📺Tune in here! youtu.be/DQP1RhTHM4g

Up-to-date #MSWL is live! www.manuscriptwishlist.com/mswl-post/an... Query me between 6/1 and 7/15/25! #amagenting @manuscriptwishlist.bsky.social

Are you a memoir writer? You’re invited! Join us for a four-agent panel all about memoir—including a mini class, query critique, agents’ 2025 #MSWL + Q&A. June 18, 2pm ET. Get your FREE ticket here: manuscriptacademy.com/mswl-live-ag...

Why does it take SO long to get an agent? We discuss the common misconception that silence from an agent means rejection--and what in the world agents are doing when NOT replying. When is it "no response no" and when is it a rejection? Tune in to find out! youtu.be/uCOjuVPNL8g?...

I do have one specific #mswl, as I was reminded tonight at our agency AMA. Think Downton Abbey meets Cosy Fantasy. I don’t care what happens in the throne room, the prince and princess and saving the world, etc. Give me the drama of the downstairs cast in the unseen halls and castle kitchens.

allow me to reintroduce myself: hi! I’m Renee, an Associate Agent at Spencerhill Associates! I’m building a list in middle grade and young adult fiction, and am super excited to support and develop authors wherever they are in their careers! check out my #mswl 🧵

I've been on a monster kick for months! Please send me monster romance stat #mswl

I'm just going to put out there in the ether, querying #booksky authors, that I'd love to see more space opera and secondary world Sci Fi in my box. Especially if it's sapphic. #agenting #mswl

Jessica is open to queries! 🎉 #mswl @jsinsheim.bsky.social

Loving the @manuscriptacademy.bsky.social podcasts! So helpful and it’s lovely to hear from editors, agents, and writers. Check them out when you can. www.manuscriptwishlist.com/tag/podcast/ @manuscriptwishlist.bsky.social #writer #amwriting #writing #publishing #books #book

What should you do if agents can't "connect" with your work? This is such a common question--many thanks to author Lindsay Calzone for asking! Tune in here: youtu.be/RvxqAgjTte8?... 📺

Thinking of our query inboxes! 👀 Check out our team's #mswl and who's currently open to #queries. Currently open: Tamar & @loveleemonicaa.bsky.social Opening soon: @jsinsheim.bsky.social View our submission guidelines: buff.ly/P2lftqZ

Love these ladies--forever helping us writers. I'm excited for #MSWL Day . . .

Have you met @gracieritt.bsky.social? If you're writing political nonfiction (or essays), romantasy (with a substantial fantasy/magical element), or enemies-to-lovers romance, she's a great agent to add to your list! Here's her full #MSWL video: youtu.be/mtYFEOMrPOQ

We’re happy to welcome @dearrhian.bsky.social to ManuscriptWishList.com! Rhian is looking for commercial fiction with a primary focus on romance. Read more here: www.manuscriptwishlist.com/mswl-post/rh... #MSWL

This was such an invaluable day!! I appreciate everyone who posted their MSWLs! I found so many new agents to query!!

#MSWL day! I'd love to add more funny and spooky to my #pb and #mg list! For more info, check out my mswl here: www.manuscriptwishlist.com/mswl-post/ka... @manuscriptwishlist.bsky.social

We also have a LOT of Agent + Editor #MSWL Videos on the way! 💌You can get them in your email here: manuscriptwishlist.com/subscribe 📺Or browse them on our YouTube: www.youtube.com/@manuscripta...

Also. If you are just meeting us, you may not know that WE LOVE GOOD NEWS. We're rooting for you. We hope you found agents to pitch, that they'll be the perfect fit to love, understand & support your work - and that you'll let us know when you have good news to share. 🥰 #MSWL

Thank you so much for an amazing #MSWL day! We appreciate your kindness, patience, creativity--and energy put toward helping the writers, agents & editors in our community. We'd love to stay in touch! 💌 manuscriptwishlist.com/subscribe Agent panels + awards + prizes in March!

Happy #MSWL Day! ✏️ I am open the first few days of every month. Deets here: manuscriptwishlist.com/mswl-post/katie-erickson/. I am actively seeking author-illustrators of both picture books and graphic novels with great page turns and dynamic narratives. Thank you @manuscriptwishlist.bsky.social!

I’m simply sharing this, and definitely not begging that everyone who sees it votes for rom-com. No, no. Definitely not doing that. 👀🫶🏼✍🏼

Next up in our Agent + Editor #MSWL: Jessica Berg at Rosecliff Literary. Jessica is looking for a broad range of fiction and narrative nonfiction including Contemporary, Horror, Gothic Romance, Historical, Narrative Nonfiction & Memoir. Plus, tips on what works for memoir. youtu.be/FQmjPy4Ocb8

@sinceritasc.bsky.social I love your profile description!

Hi Friends! A note that your #MSWL smart searches can include as much detail as you like. Try book, movie and TV comps, names of similar authors, keywords. You're not trying to impress an agent in an elevator--just trying to find connections. Try it here! manuscriptwishlist.com/smart-search

My full wish list, QM link, and upcoming events are all listed on my website at ladennison.com. Thanks to @manuscriptwishlist.bsky.social for all of the hard work to bring #MSWL over here!

@manuscriptwishlist.bsky.social Open to queries soon. Seeking strong, diverse, multi-cultural voices. PB's with humor, whimsy. YA/MG that oozes coming of age, distinct voices. Adult fiction- friendships, emotional angst, family saga, deep/edgy storylines. www.manuscriptwishlist.com/mswl-post/sy...

Loved having this conversation with @manuscriptacademy.bsky.social about what projects I’m hoping to see in my query inbox! Also, count how many times I start answering a question by saying “Ooooooooh…🤔”

Happy #MSWL day! Bumping my longer MSWL list here, but I'll also add in a few things I'm looking for in particular!

I haven't done an #MSWL day in a hot minute. I'm not open to queries just yet. Probably March? But my general categories don't tend to change that much... I updated my page here anyway: www.manuscriptwishlist.com/mswl-post/el...

Happy inaugural #mswl day to all who are #writing and #querying! I’m a literary agent looking for adult fiction and nonfiction. You’ll find my full #mswl profile here, www.manuscriptwishlist.com/mswl-post/la..., and below is a snapshot of what I'd love to represent this year.

I’d rather read mss that attempt difficult things and execute them pretty well than ones that attempt what’s easy and execute it flawlessly. Dream big #MSWL! Open for submissions in May, read more about what I'm interested in at www.manuscriptwishlist.com/mswl-post/ch... @lfpbooks.bsky.social

Happy #MSWL Day! 🎉 Here are a couple specifics I’d love to see: -Adult horror based on intriguing historical events (e.g. The Donner Party in Alma Katsu’s THE HUNGER) -High concept adult fiction with a speculative thread for the book club space -Fantasy in spooky settings

I grew up on the coast and really love books that capture the vibes of the ocean--whether that's a lighthouse setting, a coastal town, or a high-seas adventure! #MSWL

One of my dream #MSWL books is a horror novel set in a cave -- think The Descent for books. Claustrophobic, dark, encroaching madness...bonus points for historical setting, an ambiguous ending, or a queer romance subplot. Antarctica horror would be cool too I guess 💁‍♀️

It's #MSWL Day! 😃 🔍 📖 My most recent white whale project? A chilling, thrilling mystery with a disabled detective - where their disability is a strength. Wishlist: www.manuscriptwishlist.com/mswl-post/le... Submission guidelines: www.openbooklit.com/submissions Next open to queries 3/3/25!

Oh, I'd also love something set in a creepy amusement park! #MSWL

What i would love to see more of in fantasy: blending genres, spies, military academies (weirdly a sucker for this); cozy fantasy, romantasy that is not portal fantasy. #MSWL

If it’s atmospheric fiction laced with artful elements of horror or decay, I’m interested. Read more at www.manuscriptwishlist.com/mswl-post/ch... #MSWL @lfpbooks.bsky.social

Happy #MSWL Day! Here’s my most recent thread with what I’m looking for (I’d like to add that I do not represent PB or MG) Querying info is at the end — if you think we might be a good fit please feel free to query me! I’m still working through my QM inbox so thanks in advance for your patience.

#MSWL #kidlitart - Author-illustrators and illustrators, I'm looking for: - Narrative potential - Emotion and expressiveness - Art representative of our diverse world - Strong compositions and page turns - Dynamic movement - in line and/or characters

Hello everyone, and thanks to @manuscriptwishlist.bsky.social for organizing #mswl day! I'm always on the lookout for both fiction and nonfiction projects. You can find a full breakdown of what I'm currently looking for here: www.jaredhjohnson.com/submissions

Hi writers!!! I heard it was #MSWL day! You can find my most recent thread here. 😁

It's #MSWL Day! Please take a look at my profile: www.manuscriptwishlist.com/mswl-post/je... I'm open for queries!