Reposted by Karly Dizon#DVpit - Diverse Voices Pitch @dvpit.bsky.social · 30/09/2026Two hours into #DVpit 2026 and we're already seeing some amazing pitches! For anyone new to the event, here is a summary of the rules. For full guidelines go to dvpit.carrd.co 010657
Reposted by Karly DizonVicky Weber - Agent, Author, Educator 📚 @vickyweberbooks.bsky.social · 30/09/2026I've been seeing a lot of manuscripts lately with dialogue that is *too* formal. Unnaturally formal or overly polished. Spend a day or two listening closely to how people speak to you throughout the day and see how that ends up changing your character's voices and dialogue. 1121
Reposted by Karly DizonDouglas Reyes-CeroÑ @dreyesceron.bsky.social · 29/09/2026The Star Spangled Banner being played by the Mariachi Herencia de Mexico band before the Bears-Eagles game in Chicago on Monday Night Football was a deeply cool thing to see tonight 17124202604
Reposted by Karly DizonJane Friedman @janefriedman.com · 29/09/2026You could say merely that a character loves dogs … or you can show that she breeds pointers; or that she rescues hard-to-place injured strays; or that she trains problem animals that shelters give up on. That’s the power of specific context. Insight from @tiffanyyatesmartin.bsky.socialjanefriedman.comThe More Specific Your Characters, The More Universal They Become | Jane FriedmanSpecific context about your characters helps readers understand them within the backdrop of their lives, bringing your stories fully to life. 0154
Reposted by Karly DizonSZ Estavillo @szestavilloauthor.com · 27/09/2026Writing the book isn’t always the hardest part. If you’re trying to query agents or reach a bigger publisher, sometimes it’s everything that comes after. Rejection is scary, but you can’t let fear stop you from putting the work out there and trying. #AuthorSky 2554
Reposted by Karly DizonErnie Chiara @erniechiara.com · 26/09/2026I’m 32 queries away from 600 for the week. Last chance to get your queries in before I close for the year! 064
Reposted by Karly DizonMichelle says: Be kind. Always. ❤️ @snarkysillysad.bsky.social · 26/09/2026An excellent neighbor: #AGoodPlace Source: Marie Mariki 471397303
Reposted by Karly DizonVicky Weber - Agent, Author, Educator 📚 @vickyweberbooks.bsky.social · 25/09/2026One of my favorite editing tricks: 1. Open your Google Doc. 2. Edit ➡️ Find and Replace 3. In the Find box, paste: \bwas\s\w+ing\b 4. Check all the boxes was watching ➡️ watched was smiling ➡️ smiled 063
Karly Dizon @karlydizon.bsky.social · 25/09/2026If you haven’t seen the love and care that Niall offers these pups, may I present the most heartwarming videos I come across. Such a good community and adorable pups 021
Karly Dizon @karlydizon.bsky.social · 23/09/2026I read all 66 posts 😂 I was “on board” for this journey. Safe flight home, Sarah and Sarah’s new extended family via comedic happenstance 041
Reposted by Karly DizonMychal Threets @mychal3ts.bsky.social · 22/09/2026In 31 years, the dearly beloved Dolly Parton gifted approximately 332,411,218 books to kids all over the world with her Imagination Library true heroes 🦋📖 We get to honor Dolly. We get to give like Dolly. We get to support literacy like Dolly. We love you, Dolly Parton! Our Queen of Book Joy 🌈 ✨ 525212912
Karly Dizon @karlydizon.bsky.social · 22/09/2026SQUEEEE!!! 🎉 congratulations @calliebdean.bsky.social 020
Reposted by Karly DizonEric Smith @ericsmithrocks.bsky.social · 22/09/2026When a literary agent says their “list is full” what does that even mean? A little blip on what that is, why I’m closed to certain categories, and why it’s important to treat our colleagues as well as our clients. Take care of each other. ❤️ ericsmithrocks.substack.com/p/opening-to...ericsmithrocks.substack.comOpening to Queries Again, or Why Agents Close to Certain CategoriesWhat does “my list is full” even mean? 0378
Reposted by Karly DizonVicky Weber - Agent, Author, Educator 📚 @vickyweberbooks.bsky.social · 21/09/2026If you get a call with an agent scheduled or get an offer of rep, give that update to agents you've queried. Its a helpful nudge, and they'll try their best to escalate you in the queue. 0142
Reposted by Karly DizonVicky Weber - Agent, Author, Educator 📚 @vickyweberbooks.bsky.social · 20/09/2026Quick reminder that I have about 7 pitch slots open for the Louisville Book Festival: www.louisvillebookfestival.com/festival-inf... 021
Reposted by Karly DizonPicture Book Summit @picturebooksummit.bsky.social · 19/09/2026Let's tighten up those manuscripts! Download Picture Book Summit's Tips for Trimming 10% and streamline your #picturebook manuscript by today! Get the freebie here: picturebooksummit.co... #amwriting #amreading #picturebooks #kidlit #PBSummit #booksky 091
Reposted by Karly DizonErnie Chiara @erniechiara.com · 19/09/2026It’s that time again, y’all. I’m reopening to new queries for a limited time. I’ll be looking for: 💫 Adult & YA fantasy & sci-fi 📖 Speculative upmarket & literary fiction 🔎 Select mystery & crime fiction I’m looking forward to seeing what comes my way! 2259
Reposted by Karly Dizon12 x 12 Picture Book Writing Challenge @12x12challenge.bsky.social · 17/09/2026Check out this first video in our series on #picturebook hooks--all about subjects: dinosaurs, unicorns, pirates, space, trucks, etc. Plus how to make yours stand out. Don't forget to grab our free guide to picture book hooks! #kidlit #kidlitart #pbhooks #amquerying youtu.be/HYtwuCyM7fM 051
Reposted by Karly DizonSarah Nicolas @sarahnfisk.bsky.social · 16/09/2026I hope you'll join us tonight for structured writing/editing/whatever time and unstructured fun times! 061
Reposted by Karly DizonChildren's Bookshelf @pwkidsbookshelf.bsky.social · 15/09/20262026 National Book Award Longlist for Young People’s Literature Announced buff.ly/G7U4Cuz 0157
Karly Dizon @karlydizon.bsky.social · 15/09/2026The good news just keeps coming! Congratulations @authortachan.bsky.social 121
Karly Dizon @karlydizon.bsky.social · 15/09/2026👀 I spy with my little eye @authortachan.bsky.social’s The Celestial Seas 121
Reposted by Karly DizonJane Friedman @janefriedman.com · 14/09/2026This Friday: I'm discussing the most notable publishing industry developments of 2026, what they mean for writers and publishers, and what to watch for in 2027. Recorded if you can't make it live, but join live if you want to ask questions.us02web.zoom.usWelcome! You are invited to join a webinar: Publishing Industry Update with Jane Friedman. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar.Jane has been reporting on the publishing industry since 2015. Join her over your lunch hour to discuss the most notable developments of 2026, what they mean for writers and publishers, and what to wa... 0157
Reposted by Karly Dizondaryl "rupert pumpkin" b 🏳️⚧️ @hypercubexl.bsky.social · 09/09/2026GDT's reddit AMA spitting fire www.reddit.com/r/movies/com... 2845461915
Reposted by Karly DizonJane Friedman @janefriedman.com · 09/09/2026This is a terrific and straightforward explanation for partnering with a bookstore, and it's similar to the process I followed. It's most likely to work if you have a traditional publisher but I've seen it work for indie authors, too. From M. Stevenson.janefriedman.comHow to Partner with a Bookstore for a Preorder Campaign | Jane FriedmanIn this excerpt from It Depends: An Author’s Practical Guide to Debut Year, M. Stevenson shows how indie shops can contribute to a traditionally-published book’s launch strategy. 06023
Reposted by Karly DizonStefanie Molina-Santos @agentstefanie.bsky.social · 28/08/2026@litconnect.bsky.social my list is so ready for more romance authors ❤️ I'm looking for high-concept, upmarket romance. Can be cross genre! My favorites: ✨ grumpy/sunshine ✨ secret cinnamon rolls ✨ enemies-to-lovers ✨ he fell harder ✨ bi rep ✨ PINING ✨ but not TOO slow of a burn Submit by 8/31 😊 041
Reposted by Karly DizonFairwood Press- Patrick Swenson @patrickswenson.bsky.social · 24/08/2026Last day for me to get way too much done before I drive down over the next few days to L.A. for the 84th Worldcon. I'll be in the dealer room, welcoming debut authors and brand new books (and yes, a whole BUNCH of Fairwood books), hosting signings, and more. If you're there, stop by! 051
Reposted by Karly DizonT. A. Chan @authortachan.bsky.social · 24/08/2026‼️THIS WEEK‼️ Excited to be at LA Con and hanging with all you amazing humans. Come check out an amazing panel about Diaspora in SFF, pick up some swag at my author signing, and chat about everything and anything during a morning stroll. #worldcon #lacon 161
Reposted by Karly DizonSarah Nicolas @sarahnfisk.bsky.social · 22/08/2026I have a rare query critique opportunity in the auction to support @celestepewter.bsky.social! www.32auctions.com/organization...32auctions.comAgent Query CritiqueAuction item 'Agent Query Critique' hosted online at 32auctions. 01518
Reposted by Karly DizonMaladroithe @maladroithe.bsky.social · 23/08/2026My father gave me a refurbished Kindle loaded with books before he died. It was his last gift to me. It was in very bad shape, practically unusable for many years. A cleaned it and updated it for me and now I get to read the library my dad curated for me from the ICU as he lay dying. 🥹 1675392261
Reposted by Karly DizonKemi Ashing-Giwa @kashinggiwa.bsky.social · 20/08/2026All empires end. THE KING MUST DIE is a science fantasy novel about a reluctant rebel on a quest to save her friends, even if that means teaming up with one of their greatest enemies. There’s now a signed copy @booksinc.bsky.social in SFO by the D gate entrance! (I’m omw to my very first WorldCon!) 0226
Reposted by Karly DizonCathy Yardley @cathyyardley.bsky.social · 13/08/2026Re-introduction (since I've been buried in writing cave!) I'm Cathy Yardley, Viet-Irish-American rom com writer, Gen X neurodivergent rogue, Noonaracha Staytiny, menopausal bogwitch, foodie in the boonies. LFG! (Also, this is my brand new author photo... what do you think?) 101127
Karly Dizon @karlydizon.bsky.social · 08/08/2026Always love receiving copies of my client’s books 💕 congratulations to NoNi and all the Latine authors in SING ME A STORY 1100
Karly Dizon @karlydizon.bsky.social · 08/08/2026As promised :) can’t wait to read your works these next two weeks! #mswl 3182
Reposted by Karly Dizonscott dagostino @scottdagostino.ca · 06/08/2026Don’t know who wrote this — it was posted on Instagram by “Warpaint Journal” in April 2025 — but it’s making the rounds today and is pretty great. I dream of this too ❤️ 23582542346
Karly Dizon @karlydizon.bsky.social · 06/08/2026The moment has finally arrived. The little one keeps asking if he can read just 5 more pages. And now, “Just 6 more please? It’s getting really good.”static.klipy.comGina Rodriguez as Jane Villanueva's Happy CryALT: Gina Rodriguez as Jane Villanueva's Happy Cry 1120
Reposted by Karly DizonKiara Valdez @dezinpub.bsky.social · 03/08/2026Stepping Up! comes out tomorrow. 🥰Today I am running around in a cute AF outfit to indie bookstores in Manhattan to sign stock. Tomorrow ill be running around Brooklyn. 💃🏿✨ 1255
Reposted by Karly DizonEric Smith @ericsmithrocks.bsky.social · 03/08/2026Writers! One of my absolute favorite people in the business is open to queries again. 👇🏽 1224
Reposted by Karly DizonEric Smith @ericsmithrocks.bsky.social · 28/07/2026My annual “here’s a ton of free publishing advice” post. You can access: TWENTY successful query letters. Six book proposals that sold. A guide to research agents. And a guide to writing I.P. All for free, right here. www.ericsmithrocks.com/perfect-pitchericsmithrocks.comPerfect Pitch — ERIC SMITH 36832
Reposted by Karly DizonDr. Jeroen W.P. Wijnendaele @drdragases.bsky.social · 27/07/2026Good grief, this hits home. 324138024877
Reposted by Karly DizonManisha Pundir @manishapundir.bsky.social · 25/07/2026Every writer who shares a story is doing something brave. They’re trusting that somewhere, someone they’ve never met will find a piece of themselves in those pages. That’s one of the quiet miracles of literature. #WritingCommunity #Books #AmWriting 38419
Reposted by Karly DizonDebbie Ridpath Ohi @debbieohi.com · 21/07/2026I'm starting a collaborative book blog! If you're an educator, librarian, or bookseller with a @leaflet.pub acct (free acct is fine) who is interested, pls read this post & let me know if you're interested. books.leaflet.pubSeeking educators, librarians, booksellers to contribute to this blogPlease help me experiment with a book blog built on AT Protocol? 43723
Reposted by Karly DizonFuse Literary @fuseliterary.bsky.social · 08/07/2026fuseliterary.comDeathless by Julie Kagawa is out TODAY! - Fuse LiteraryNew York Times and international bestselling fantasy author Julie Kagawa has hit it out of the park once again with the release of DEATHLESS, book two in the 053
