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Garth Marenghi's Catbus @catbus.phd · 26/09/2026

what in the fuck is going on

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Annie Bomke @abliterary.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

I've been open to queries for 12 days, and I've already gotten 700 queries. I try not to have more than 800-900 queries in my inbox at once, so I will close to queries Friday, Oct. 2nd at midnight. Until then, submit away!

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Annie Bomke @abliterary.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

So excited to reopen to queries today!!! Check out my MSWL page for my up to date interests! manuscriptwishlist.com/mswl-post/an...

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Annie Bomke – The Official Manuscript Wish List Website

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Annie Bomke @abliterary.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Thanks for your patience everyone! I'm thrilled to announce I'll be reopening to queries on September 14th! Send me all the things (starting on Monday)!

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Annie Bomke @abliterary.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

There's still time to sign up for the Minnesota Writing Workshop on September 12th! I'll be taking pitches along with dozens of other amazing agents. It's all online, so anyone can sign up. minnesotawritingworkshop.com

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The 2026 Online Minnesota Writing Workshop

Get Your Writing Published: September 11-12, 2026

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Annie Bomke @abliterary.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

I've somehow managed to break two computers in two days. That must be a new record. Maybe I can break my tablet too. 🤔

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Annie Bomke @abliterary.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

I can't wait till the Minnesota Writing Workshop next month! It's online, so writers from all regions are welcome! minnesotawritingworkshop.com

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The 2026 Online Minnesota Writing Workshop

Get Your Writing Published: September 11-12, 2026

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Annie Bomke @abliterary.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

Yayyyy!!! The new trade paperback of SILENT NIGHTS ARE MURDER is out today!!! Love that cover!

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Annie Bomke @abliterary.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

I highly recommend John's substack to any author looking to improve their craft. I continually learn new things from it. He's so good at breaking down not just what makes for good writing, but why it makes for good writing. How to think about language and use it in an impactful way.

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Annie Bomke @abliterary.bsky.social · 02/08/2026

Wow! I just got an email from a scammer pretending to be Emily St. John Mandel. Apparently, she's a big fan of my work. 😅 They seem confused about whether she's a writer or an agent. They also say Emily has been representing books for 50 years, when she's in her 40s. 😂

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John Copenhaver @johncopenhaver.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

Wow, what a list! So honored to see HALL OF MIRRORS on this list in Oprah Daily with brilliant writer pals Mariah Fredericks, Karen Odden, and Cheryl Head. And Margaret Atwood?! Being on a list with Alias Grace is insane. That's one of my favorite novels of all time. A masterpiece. bit.ly/4pLN6Gp

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12 Historical Mysteries That Make the Past Feel Dangerously Alive

Come for the period detail; stay for the betrayals, disappearances, and bodies.

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Annie Bomke @abliterary.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

Can't wait for the Chesapeake Writing Workshop next month! It's online, so writers from all locations are welcome! chesapeakewritingworkshops.com

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2026 Online Chesapeake Writing Workshop

Get Your Writing Published: Aug. 14-15, 2026

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Annie Bomke @abliterary.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

Yayyy!!! The new paperback editions of Libby Klein's Poppy McAllister series books 5-8 are out today! These new covers are 😍!

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John Copenhaver @johncopenhaver.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

I’ve already shared my Volume 0 story “Waving Hello, Waving Goodbye,” but here’s the story behind the story: a cemetery clown, a teenage boy, and the ache of wanting to be seen. Also, events: Arlington Thurs at One More Page; RVA Sat at Book People. ➡️ johncopenhaver.substack.com/p/waving-hel...

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Annie Bomke @abliterary.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

The Kindle edition of Libby Klein's VICE AND VIRTUE is only $3.99 this month! What better time to catch up on this new series!

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Annie Bomke @abliterary.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

So thrilled that WE ARE AMERICAN, TOO has been named to Bank Street's 2026 Best Books of the Year List!!! Thank you @bankstreetlibrary.bsky.social !!!!

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Annie Bomke @abliterary.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

Woo hoo!!! It's the release date of the trade paperback editions of the first four books in Libby Klein's Poppy McAllister series!! I love these new covers!

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Annie Bomke @abliterary.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

It's a cover reveal! So excited to see the final book in John Copenhaver's Nightingale series, GODDESS OF LOVE, come to life!

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Annie Bomke @abliterary.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

The amazing Andrew Graham Martin has a new story in Moon City Review! @mooncityreview.bsky.social

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Annie Bomke @abliterary.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

So wonderful to see YOU'RE A WINNER, GRACIE WEI in this SLJ list of 10 new children's books to note! 100scopenotes.com/2026/05/04/1...

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10 to Note: Spring 2026

10 books I'm looking forward to this spring!

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Annie Bomke @abliterary.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

Love this interview with Kristen Mei Chase and Basia Tran for Reading with Your Kids Podcast! Go Gracie Wei! podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/e...

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Every Child Deserves To Be Seen

Podcast Episode · Reading With Your Kids Podcast · April 26 · 55m

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We Need Diverse Books @weneeddiversebooks.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

📖 2026 Middle grade books from AANHPI authors

Deep teal graphic with a golden border around the edges. This slide features six middle grade books recently published or publishing soon by AANHPI authors in 2026. The titles shown are as follows: “The Shark Prince” by Malia Maunakea, “The Unlikely Tale of Chase and Finnegan” by Jasmine Warga, “Nadia Islam, on the Record” by Adiba Jaigirdar, “Tickets for Murder” by Niyla Farook, “You’re a Winner, Gracie Wei” by Kristen Mei Chase and Basia Tran, and “Hafsa’s Way” by Aisha Saeed.

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Annie Bomke @abliterary.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

So amazing to see YOU'RE SO BRAVE, GRACIE WEI is an Amazon Editor's Pick for May!!!

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Annie Bomke @abliterary.bsky.social · 30/04/2026

There's still time to sign up for the Pittsburgh Writing Workshop next weekend! I'll be taking pitch appts along with tons of other amazing agents! It's all online, so anyone can attend! pittsburghwritingworkshop.com

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The 2026 Online Pittsburgh Writing Workshop

Get Your Writing Published: May 8-9, 2026

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Annie Bomke @abliterary.bsky.social · 28/04/2026

So thrilled to have books from two of my clients out today: Libby Klein's GIMME SHELTER and Kristen Mei Chase's YOU'RE SO BRAVE, GRACIE WEI!

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Annie Bomke @abliterary.bsky.social · 27/04/2026

So wonderful to see YOU'RE A WINNER, GRACIE WEI in this School Library Journal list!

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Annie Bomke @abliterary.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

Looking forward to the Pittsburgh Writing Workshop next month! It's online, so writers from all locations can pitch their books to agents from the convenience of their own home. Sign up now! pittsburghwritingworkshop.com

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The 2026 Online Pittsburgh Writing Workshop

Get Your Writing Published: May 8-9, 2026

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Annie Bomke @abliterary.bsky.social · 11/04/2026

The plot thickens. Apparently this author emailed me at my correct submissions email address and a few days later the scammer wrote her back from anniebomkeliterary@gmail.com. So they've hacked my email in addition to scamming people in my name.

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Annie Bomke @abliterary.bsky.social · 11/04/2026

Another day, another email from an author who's been communicating with the scammer operating anniebomkeliterary@gmail.com. Apparently this person is telling authors that they need to get a "Narrative Integrity & Compliance Audit" from a consultant they work with.

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Annie Bomke @abliterary.bsky.social · 10/04/2026

Gimme Shelter copies are in and they look gorgeous!! 😍 Coming to a bookstore near you April 28th!!!

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Shinelle Espaillat @shinelle.bsky.social · 03/04/2026

Thrilled to have my short story, "Onyx," included in the latest issue of midnight & indigo! A group of friends gather for a potluck girls' night. One of them carries a secret that could change their entire dynamic. Preorder your copy! midnight-indigo.com/products/mid...

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PRE-ORDER: midnight & indigo - Issue 16

Nine Black women writers from across the diaspora share short stories and essays that span four continents and nearly a century of Black women's lives.

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Annie Bomke @abliterary.bsky.social · 03/04/2026

Book club scams are bad enough when they're directed to specific authors about specific books. Now I'm getting book club scam emails addressed to "Dear Esteemed Author."

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WeRateDogs @weratedogs.com · 01/04/2026

Here are my top 10 WORST dogs!

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Annie Bomke @abliterary.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

A very happy pub date to the paperback edition of Libby Klein's VICE AND VIRTUE! The next book in the series, GIMME SHELTER, comes out in a month, so now's the time to get caught up on your favorite cop-turned-musician, Layla Virtue!

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Annie Bomke @abliterary.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

Wow! Thanks to BookBub, the eBook for Libby Klein's VICE AND VIRTUE is only $1.99 today! Read it now, before the next book in the series comes out next month!

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WeRateDogs @weratedogs.com · 24/03/2026

This is Stan. He is the guardian of the stairs. It's his first day and he's a little nervous. Really hoping you don't try to pass. 12/10 (TT: stanthehotdawg)

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Annie Bomke @abliterary.bsky.social · 09/03/2026

The amazing Kristen Mei Chase and Basia Tran will be at Word Bookstore in Jersey City on Saturday 3/14 talking about their new chapter books YOU'RE A WINNER, GRACIE WEI and YOU'RE THE BOSS, GRACIE WEI! You can RSVP here: withfriends.co/event/274075...

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3/14 - Kristen Mei Chase and Basia Tran by WORD

Get tickets and support WORD by becoming a member

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John Copenhaver @johncopenhaver.bsky.social · 08/03/2026

Crime Ink: Iconic made the Foreword INDIES shortlist for LGBTQ+ Adult Fiction. Over the moon! I’m so proud of this anthology and the talented writers who make it what it is. Also, a shout-out to the publisher, Bywater, which had four novels shortlisted. www.forewordreviews.com/awards/final...

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Annie Bomke @abliterary.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

Ohmigosh, love this Good Day PA interview with Kristen Mei Chase on her new Gracie Wei books!!! www.abc27.com/good-day-pa/...

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Annie Bomke @abliterary.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

Please note, I am currently closed to queries. Any queries received during this period will go unread. I'll remove this notice when I reopen. Thanks everyone!

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John Copenhaver @johncopenhaver.bsky.social · 03/03/2026

It’s Anthony Award nomination season! 🏆 If Crime Ink: Iconic thrilled you, moved you, or kept you up past your bedtime, please consider nominating it for an Anthony. We’d be honored to have your support! 🔥📚

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Annie Bomke @abliterary.bsky.social · 03/03/2026

The first two books in Kristen Mei Chase's Gracie Wei chapter book series are out today!!! Kristen is passionate about showcasing diversity of all kinds and helping kids learn social-emotional skills in a positive way! The books are also super fun! A must read for 7-10 year olds!

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