Submissions

Please submit to only one agent. If your story is not a good fit for one of us, but we believe a fellow agent will enjoy it, we will pass it along.

Gwyn’s MSWL

I accept mystery, thriller, suspense, and all heat levels of romance in the following subgenres: historical, contemporary, suspense, comedy, fantasy, and western. I do not accept: Paranormal, sci-fi, YA, religious/inspirational, or erotica (where there is no real plot). I especially like unique characters (ex. a professor who dresses like a rock star, a librarian who loves extreme sports), characters with quirks and flaws, and stories with rarely used occupations (acupuncturist, meteorologist, animator).

I would absolutely love a historical romance where the main characters are commoners – the footman and the maid or the butler and the governess, or any other combination. My biggest desire is a love story between a widow and the butler (or a footman). Regardless of who your characters are or what situation they find themselves in, if it’s a romance, the story MUST end with an HEA/HFN. No exceptions.

I’d love to get some mysteries (murder, thefts – you name it!), fast-paced thrillers, and large-scale schemes and scams (think Ocean’s 11 and Dirty Rotten Scoundrels). Put me on the edge of my seat or make me fall in the floor laughing. Dark and gritty and courtroom dramas are also welcome. Bring ’em on!

 

Bianca’s MSWL

I accept all levels of romance, YA and NA fantasy, mystery, YA, psychological thrillers, erotica, (with an actual plot) and women’s fiction.

I love stories that have a big twist, something that the readers can’t predict. I want to be shocked. Think The Silent Patient or If We Were Villains.

I also enjoy reading stories with a unique alternating timeline or format, as well as a novel that spans a character’s entire life.

I love heart-wrenching, emotional, tragic, dramatic, and suspenseful novels. I love a good cry while reading.

The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue, The Goldfinch and A Little Life are perfect examples.

I do not accept non-fiction, religious, horror, sci-fi, poetry, screenplays, or historical genres.

Rachel’s MSWL

Rachel is closed to submissions.

I accept nonfiction, adult fiction, YA fiction, and children’s literature (fiction or nonfiction). I do not accept romance, erotica or religious/spiritual.

I love nonfiction with a historical element (think Show Me a Hero). I absolutely love nonfiction stories that are unknown and/or overlooked. Dark and gritty stories are especially welcome (think Random Family and Grand Central Winter). 

In regards to fiction, I would love to find the next Alice Walker or James Baldwin. I would love something set in New York.  I also love YA fiction with series potential – think Goosebumps, Babysitter’s Club, The Princess Diaries. I am looking for the next Meg Cabot and R.L. Stine. 

For children’s literature, I want something with diverse and unique characters.  

Make sure you hook me into your writing, from beginning to end. I need imagery. Dare to be creative. Also, please edit your writing thoroughly before you submit. 

Kelsey Ruoff’s MSWL

I accept mysteries, psychological thrillers, YA sci-fi, and the occasional non-fiction that is within the mental health and lifestyle realm.

Ultimately, I love a story with a twist – something that keeps me on my toes and can’t be predicted from the opening page. I especially enjoy a book that is written with unique format or perspectives; think The Silent Patient for mystery/thrillers.

I enjoy inspirational storylines, humor, and spectacular world building. Not every story has a happy ending, but a book that evokes the reader to learn something about themselves is certainly worthwhile.

In YA sci-fi, I am most interested in dystopian settings, but I am open to a world of imagination! The more creative and far-fetched, the better.

If you have something that is mind-blowing or heart-tugging (or both – even better!), I might just be the agent for you.

 

SUBMISSION GUIDELINES

A query letter with:

• Your name and contact info
• 2-3 paragraph blurb
• Short author bio
• Word count
• Identify the book as a standalone or series. If part of a series, include the outline of the series. If a standalone, include ideas for future works.

Synopsis

• Maximum of two pages, single-spaced
• Include ending and spoilers

First 3 chapters

• Please make sure you’ve edited. Stories with excessive grammar, spelling, and punctuation issues will be declined.
• Double-spaced, 12-pt font.
• Times New Roman font or similar preferred.

If you have not received a response within 3 months, please feel free to nudge. We’d appreciate the gentle reminder