Regarding the MG discussion if you don't publish books for kids you don't have teens that read and you don't have adults that read. We hook them when they're young. We make life long readers

Surprise! I’m open to queries…now! In celebration of lots of ✨vague✨ news I’ll be sharing soon, I’m going to stay open indefinitely (or until I need a break to catch up) Check out my updated #mswl manuscriptwishlist.com/mswl-post/vick…

Huge congrats on your new job, Ivan Taurisano (Kids Editor). 🎉

So many times on this site I see authors asking agents if they can query, and I’m here to tell you, if we are open to subs, query us! Don’t self reject ❤️ MSWLs are just guidelines. You don’t have to be a 100% match ❤️

The #PBParty New Draft Challenge & Critique Train starts NOW & lasts all of May 16 - 18 EDT 🚂Write a new PB draft 🚂Shout 'DONE' on this post 🚂Add your name to the Critique Train Google doc: tinyurl.com/CritiqueTrainD… 🚂CELEBRATE! 🎉 🚂FAQ: tinyurl.com/CritiqueTrain Good luck ✨✨

Thanks for the shout out, Mother Moon! I'm excited for all the PBs born during the #PBParty New Draft Challenge & Critique Train this month...and hope at least a few more will come into the world before the train doors close at midnight EDT tonight. :)

Thanks for an amazing scbwi workshop in S. FL author & StormLiteraryAgency agent Sheila Fernley. You taught all levels of kidlit writers how to write amazing openings. 💖 Participants are still raving about how much they learned, your hands-on exercises & examples of openings that

I'm in a critique group with Ana Siqueira & her feedback is always so helpful. Here's a chance to bid on a PB critique & chat with her to raise money for #WNDB. e.givesmart.com/events/Bu3/i/_… There's lots of agent/editor/AD items, too!

Ready Chapter 1 and Fred Koehler have an amazing opportunity for those with a completed middle grade novel that could land you a publishing contract! Check out the details here: readychapter1.com/middle-grade-l…

Hi folks! My inbox in QueryManager is busting at the seams. As such, I will be closing to queries for the summer beginning on June 1. There's still time to get your queries in!

I hope to see you at this amazing event in the Boogie Down Bronx. Follow The Bronx is Reading for additional information. eventbrite.com/e/the-bronx-bo…

I am going to open again to queries next Monday. I would really like to see a romance (either YA or mainstream adult) that will sweep me away, a character I will fall in love with in chapter 1, and to add more diversity to my list overall. #mswl QueryManager.com/1621

The #PBParty New Draft Challenge & Critique Train starts NOW & lasts all of June 20–22 EDT 🚂Write a new PB draft 🚂Shout 'DONE' on this post 🚂Add your name to the Critique Train Google doc: tinyurl.com/CritiqueTrainD… 🚂CELEBRATE! 🎉 🚂FAQ: tinyurl.com/CritiqueTrain Good luck ✨✨

The #PBParty New Draft Challenge & Critique Train starts NOW & lasts all of July 18 - 20 EDT 🚂Write a new PB draft 🚂Shout 'DONE' on this post 🚂Add your name to the Critique Train Google doc: tinyurl.com/CritiqueTrainD… 🚂CELEBRATE! 🎉 🚂FAQ: tinyurl.com/CritiqueTrain Good luck ✨✨

The #PBParty New Draft Challenge & Critique Train starts NOW & lasts August 15 - 17 EDT 🚂Write a new PB draft 🚂Shout 'DONE' on this post 🚂Add your name to the Critique Train Google doc: tinyurl.com/CritiqueTrainD… 🚂CELEBRATE! 🎉 🚂FAQ: tinyurl.com/CritiqueTrain Good luck ✨✨

It might take me longer than usual to reply to the #PBParty Critique Train comments. I recently came home from the hospital after kidney failure & am exhausted & shaky. I'm cheering all of you on & will check as often as I can! 💕

Wahooo for your new PB and for hopping on the #PBParty Critique Train for the first time. 🥳 Do you need help adding your name and e-mail to the Google doc?

Yay for your new PB! Did you hop on the #PBParty Critique Train doc? Please let me know if you need help adding your name. :)

I know you finished your PB in time. I just added you at the end of the #PBParty Critique Train. 🥳 Angel Gantnier is the passenger ahead of you, and will do your critique. There might be one more person in your position--I'll let you know if they're added behind you.

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