I’m excited to be open to queries for speculative fiction in upper middle grade, YA, and adult; in YA and upper MG contemporary, I am exclusively looking for stories from LGBTQIA+, BIPOC, and other marginalized groups; graphic novels for upper middle grade, YA, and adult from author-illustrators with a unique […]
what I’m looking for
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I’m looking for Middle Grade and Young Adult fiction as well as select Adult projects. Even if you don’t see your project perfectly described here please feel free to query if you think I’d be interested. Overall I’m looking for fresh concepts, immersive worlds, and a strong voice. I’m especially […]
My inbox is open to middle grade and young adult fiction, including graphic novels and novels-in-verse. This encompasses a very wide range, I know, but I will say this: a compelling voice is the first thing I’ll look for when I read a manuscript, so what I list below will […]
I am a geek and a total TV junkie. I love TV shows because they often have fantastic ensembles and character arcs that can be savored over long periods of time. My favorite shows work so well for me because of impeccably-written characters and/or ensembles, people struggling with big emotions, […]
Show Me The Love The first romance novel I read was SWEET RELEASE by Pamela Clare. Pamela is a good friend and when this very first book of hers was published she hand-delivered a copy to me. That was in 2004 when I was uber-pregnant with my son. I remember […]
It’s easy for me to think, “I just want to see something great” when I fire up the queries inbox. But I understand that is the least helpful thing I could possibly say to querying authors. So, in an effort to actually lend guidance, here is what I’d love to see: […]