Ruqayyah Daud @borahaze91.bsky.social · 20/09/2026looking forward to attending @scbwi.bsky.social this weekend! 010
Ruqayyah Daud @borahaze91.bsky.social · 29/07/2026would love to see more YA thriller in my inbox! #mswl 194
Ruqayyah Daud @borahaze91.bsky.social · 23/05/2026would love to publish a black college sports romance! 040
Reposted by Ruqayyah DaudManuscript Academy by #MSWL @manuscriptacademy.bsky.social · 14/05/2026Friendly reminder: you do NOT need one single comp that is everything your book is. That's basically impossible to find--and it also makes it sound like it's already been done. Mix and match! The world of one book + the character journey/conflict/romance/theme of another = perfect comp. #QueryTip 061
Ruqayyah Daud @borahaze91.bsky.social · 15/05/2026May meetings are open and you can book me below! 000
Ruqayyah Daud @borahaze91.bsky.social · 14/05/2026there seems to be a real shortage of YA as many authors pivot to adult (agents and publishers aren’t seeing them submitted). i would personally still love to see more! 251
Reposted by Ruqayyah DaudLibro.fm @libro.fm · 09/04/2026Who will find the Golden Ticket? 🎫 This Bookstore Day (April 25), we're partnering with indie bookshops across the US and Canada to giveaway Golden Tickets worth 12 audiobooks each. Why? Because we love indie bookshops and they need our support! 18329
Reposted by Ruqayyah DaudLibro.fm @libro.fm · 10/04/2026Supporting small businesses has a H U G E impact. Because instead of giving major corporations ~more power~ we recirculate that $ in our neighborhood. We reduce our carbon footprint. Plus, small businesses are linked to lower poverty levels, & are way more likely to sponsor local orgs/charities. 16720
Reposted by Ruqayyah DaudLibro.fm @libro.fm · 26/02/2026Pssst - did you see the news that if you donate to your public library this week, you'll get a free audiobook credit from us? 👀⏬ 18657
Reposted by Ruqayyah DaudRuqayyah Daud @borahaze91.bsky.social · 12/12/2025You can book me via @manuscriptacademy.bsky.social manuscriptacademy.com/faculty-memb...manuscriptacademy.comRuqayyah Daud 152
Ruqayyah Daud @borahaze91.bsky.social · 28/01/2026now feels like a good time to remind agents that i do in fact still publish MG! lately my only submissions have been for requited, but i am actively still acquiring for LBYR across age categories 😃 1154
Ruqayyah Daud @borahaze91.bsky.social · 26/01/2026so proud of Aubrey and honored to have edited this book! 170
Reposted by Ruqayyah DaudLBYR School & Library @lbschool.bsky.social · 26/01/2026THE UNDEAD FOX OF DEADWOOD FOREST by Aubrey Hartman is a 2026 Newbery Honor Book! Join us in congratulating Aubrey! 03511
Ruqayyah Daud @borahaze91.bsky.social · 17/01/2026can’t wait for this one! more deadwood forest coming your way #bookdeal 0111
Ruqayyah Daud @borahaze91.bsky.social · 17/01/2026You can book me here: manuscriptacademy.com/faculty-memb...manuscriptacademy.comRuqayyah Daud 010
Ruqayyah Daud @borahaze91.bsky.social · 06/01/2026I have gotten several emails about this in the new year and I just want to note again this was not about any specific IP although I definitely see how it reads that way now 🤣! just a general call for more diverse submissions, but I definitely could’ve worded it better 011
Ruqayyah Daud @borahaze91.bsky.social · 21/12/2025I had a lot of questions asking me if this is for IP project and not necessarily! it’s a general call as my submissions inbox has not been as diverse as I’d like it to be! 293
Reposted by Ruqayyah DaudLBYR School & Library @lbschool.bsky.social · 17/11/2025Best Fiction for Older Readers ✨ THE UNDEAD FOX OF DEADWOOD FOREST by Aubrey Hartman Best Informational Books for Older Readers ✨ HOW THE WORD IS PASSED: ADAPTED FOR YOUNG READERS by @clintsmithiii.bsky.social and @sonjacherrypaul.bsky.social 3/4 #CPLBest 111
Reposted by Ruqayyah DaudLBYR School & Library @lbschool.bsky.social · 19/11/2025Middle Fiction ✨ THE UNDEAD FOX OF DEADWOOD FOREST by Aubrey Hartman ✨ UNBOXING LIBBY by @stephcherrywell.com 142
Reposted by Ruqayyah DaudLBYR School & Library @lbschool.bsky.social · 01/12/2025Congratulations to these books on Kirkus' Best Middle Grade lists! ✨ HOW THE WORD IS PASSED (ADAPTED FOR YOUNG READERS) by @clintsmithiii.bsky.social and @sonjacherrypaul.bsky.social ✨ WILL'S RACE FOR HOME by @jewellparkerrhodes.bsky.social ✨ THE UNDEAD FOX OF DEADWOOD FOREST by Aubrey Hartman 143
Reposted by Ruqayyah DaudLBYR School & Library @lbschool.bsky.social · 04/12/2025Congratulations to THE UNDEAD FOX OF DEADWOOD FOREST by Aubrey Hartman and GLORIOUS RIVALS by Jennifer Lynn Barnes, which were picked for Los Angeles Public Library's Best of 2025! 011
Ruqayyah Daud @borahaze91.bsky.social · 15/12/2025i’m looking for agented authors of color interested in writing new adult contemporary romance for our new adult imprint, requited. any agents i can connect with on this? #mswl 125840
Ruqayyah Daud @borahaze91.bsky.social · 12/12/2025You can book me via @manuscriptacademy.bsky.social manuscriptacademy.com/faculty-memb...manuscriptacademy.comRuqayyah Daud 152
Ruqayyah Daud @borahaze91.bsky.social · 20/11/2025how does one get a job as a paid reader for a literary agency? asking for a friend! 120
Reposted by Ruqayyah DaudManuscript Academy by #MSWL @manuscriptacademy.bsky.social · 07/11/2025Agent + Editor Meetings are live for November! If you're tired of form letters and want insightful advice, our kind, thoughtful (and even warm and funny) agents are here to help. We hope everyone gets requests like Erik, below! We love good news. Learn more: manuscriptacademy.com/consultations 011
Ruqayyah Daud @borahaze91.bsky.social · 10/11/2025I’m also open for Nov! Also please don’t message me on personal social media 😬. You can reach out directly to Maniscript Acadmy if you have trouble booking! Or email daud.editorial@gmail.com 000
Ruqayyah Daud @borahaze91.bsky.social · 12/10/2025and a friendly reminder if you want a full manuscript review you can email at rdaud.editorial@gmail.com! 021
Ruqayyah Daud @borahaze91.bsky.social · 12/10/2025somehow i forgot to set up my october @manuscriptacademy.bsky.social availability but i *am* open and you can book with me below: manuscriptacademy.com/faculty-memb...manuscriptacademy.comRuqayyah Daud 043
Reposted by Ruqayyah DaudManuscript Academy by #MSWL @manuscriptacademy.bsky.social · 02/10/2025We were lucky enough to speak with Penguin Random House editor Tyiana Combs, our newest faculty member, about where she sees publishing going--and what she's love to see in her inbox in 2025. Her insights, #MSWL & more here: youtu.be/kE9FK63tp0k?...youtu.beMeet Tyiana Combs: The Creative Force Behind Penguin Random House's Children's BooksYouTube video by The Manuscript Academy, LLC 093
Ruqayyah Daud @borahaze91.bsky.social · 11/10/2025currently reading Skandar and the Unicorn Thief….its soooo good! I miss middle grade like this! 030
Ruqayyah Daud @borahaze91.bsky.social · 18/09/2025and another reminder that i do full developmental edits! email below 010
Ruqayyah Daud @borahaze91.bsky.social · 17/09/2025finally caught up on all my editing and can read submissions 140
Reposted by Ruqayyah DaudKristine Ada Carter @kristineadacarter.bsky.social · 17/09/2025This class on finding the hook of a novel taught by editor Raqayyah Daud @borahaze91.bsky.social was gold! So many concrete examples of great hooks from well known novels and interactive exercises to work on our own pitches. #writingworkshop 243
Reposted by Ruqayyah DaudManuscript Academy by #MSWL @manuscriptacademy.bsky.social · 15/09/2025We've been looking forward to this for months! Join Ruqayyah Daud's class, The Hook of Your Book, to learn not just how to pitch your work--but how to emphasize elements in your pages that help your book stand out. Learn more here: hook-of-your-book-class.manuscriptacademy.comhook-of-your-book-class.manuscriptacademy.comFinding the Hook of Your Book - Manuscript Academy WorkshopMaster your book pitch in one hour with Hachette Book Group editor Ruqayyah Daud. Learn to hook agents and readers from hello. 132
Reposted by Ruqayyah DaudManuscript Academy by #MSWL @manuscriptacademy.bsky.social · 10/09/2025I think we can all agree that pitching is stressful, difficult, & a totally different skill than writing your beautiful story. But what if you could pitch better - AND use that knowledge to enhance your work ✨creatively✨? Join us Tuesday! hook-of-your-book-class.manuscriptacademy.com 042
Ruqayyah Daud @borahaze91.bsky.social · 16/08/2025once again shamelessly promoting myself 😂. Available for MG YA and NA/Adult! 130
Ruqayyah Daud @borahaze91.bsky.social · 22/07/2025reminder that if you’re interested in getting a full developmental edit from me, i freelance! you can email at rdaud.editorial@gmail.com! 010
Ruqayyah Daud @borahaze91.bsky.social · 12/07/2025reminder that you can book me @manuscriptacademy.bsky.social 021
Ruqayyah Daud @borahaze91.bsky.social · 10/07/2025I’m hiring an editorial assistant! Position will report to me and the director of our Graphic Novel program. You will get to work on childrens and our New Adult imprint. Apply here: jobs.jobvite.com/hachette-boo...jobs.jobvite.comHachette Book Group is looking for Editorial Assistant, Little, Brown Books for Young Readers.Hachette Book Group is looking for Editorial Assistant, Little, Brown Books for Young Readers. Learn more or Jobvite a friend. 35742
Reposted by Ruqayyah DaudRuqayyah Daud @borahaze91.bsky.social · 07/06/2025find me at @manuscriptacademy.bsky.social 033
Reposted by Ruqayyah DaudManuscript Academy by #MSWL @manuscriptacademy.bsky.social · 14/05/2025Comp titles are complicated! You need two books (or movies) within the last five years that are well-known but not runaway bestsellers. How do you know you've chosen right? Agent Sheyla Knigge, High Line Literary, shows us how! youtu.be/bYXF9a5kG7s @sknigge.bsky.socialyoutu.beHow Do You Know If Your Comp Title Is Too Big To Use? With Agent Sheyla KniggeYouTube video by The Manuscript Academy, LLC 085
Reposted by Ruqayyah DaudManuscript Academy by #MSWL @manuscriptacademy.bsky.social · 06/05/2025Meetings open in 20 minutes for members! We're thrilled to welcome @borahaze91.bsky.social and @jemiscoe.bsky.social to faculty, and have a big month of special events--including a live agent feedback panel with @livivanov.bsky.social that includes a critique partner afterparty. 🎉 evt.to/eiggaeuew 053
Ruqayyah Daud @borahaze91.bsky.social · 14/03/2025Cover Reveal and Exclusive Excerpt of Eternal Ruin by Tigest Girma www.cosmopolitan.com/entertainmen...cosmopolitan.comExclusive: Tigest Girma's ‘Eternal Ruin’ Cover Reveal and Excerpt Gives a Glimpse to the Highly-Anticipated ‘Immortal Dark’ SequelWe're celebrating vampire season early! 040
Reposted by Ruqayyah DaudLBYR School & Library @lbschool.bsky.social · 03/03/2025Join LBYR authors @stephcherrywell.com l (UNBOXING LIBBY), Aubrey Hartman (THE UNDEAD FOX OF DEADWOOD FOREST), and Nicole Melleby (ATHLETE IS AGENDER) for School Library Journal's #MiddleGradeMagic virtual event on Thursday, (3/6)! Find out more and register at www.slj.com/event/middle... 032
Reposted by Ruqayyah DaudChildren's Bookshelf @pwkidsbookshelf.bsky.social · 25/02/2025Little, Brown Books for Young Readers has launched Requited, HBG’s first new adult imprint, to snag a maturing YA audience with stories beyond high school agebuff.lyLBYR Catches Feelings for New Adult Category with Requited ImprintLittle, Brown Books for Young Readers has launched Requited, HBG’s first new adult imprint, which will publish 10–20 titles per year. 1205
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