iiinova — where your digital self keeps evolving

Petra Glover @petraglover.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

London Bridge 1666. The Great Fire. 11yo Bess is disabled and can't outrun it. Nor can the old, disabled and ill who have looked after her since she was abandoned aged 6. Her plan is simple - survive the fire, then learn to read and write to ensure their story is told. Simples! #DVPit #MG #DIS

000

Petra Glover @petraglover.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Abandoned under London Bridge aged 6, 11yo disabled Bess has a hard but happy life, until the Great Fire tears apart her found family. Discovering history will erase them as unimportant, she vows to learn to read & write to tell their stories & honour the forgotten souls. #DVPit #HF #MG #DIS

100

Petra Glover @petraglover.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Did you know spiny anteaters don't have nipples? Max does, but knowledge isn't enough for him: he wants to be a proper wildlife rescuer, like his mum. But when a poorly fox family are in trouble, can he show his mum he's got what it takes to be a real wildlife rescuer and save them? #DVPit #CB #DIS

100

Petra Glover @petraglover.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Nearly-8-yr-old Max wants to be a wildlife rescuer like his mum, but she won't give him the chance...until now. When a poorly fox and her cubs are seen in the next village, Max is given the chance to make a difference. But when a cub is in serious danger, does he have what it takes? #CB #DIS #DVPit

100

Petra Glover @petraglover.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

SIX, THEY SAID Abandoned disabled girl, BESS, lives happily with her found family under London Bridge, until the Great Fire of London sweeps through, attacking everything she knows and loves. Can she escape the fire and create a new life for herself amid the ashes of the city? ##DVpit #DIS #MG #HF

001

Petra Glover @petraglover.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

Bloomsbury Publishing Mentor Scheme Dates: Open for submissions: 1 September 2026 Closed for submissions: 16 October 2026 Shortlist announced: 1 February 2027 Workshop day: 6 April 2027 Mentorship party: 13 May 2027 #amwriting #writingcommunity #amquerying

030

Petra Glover @petraglover.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

I just had the best agent 1-2-1 this morning. She was helpful, kind and really understood what I was trying to do, as well as pointing out the issues. Definitely worth every penny. A huge thank you to the agent and the organisers. #KidLit #MGlit #Agent121 #IAmInPrint

020

Petra Glover @petraglover.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

It's not been the best week, so I've thrown my energy into entering Searchlight Awards AGAIN! 😂 Two completely different manuscripts, but I have everything crossed for the one I sent in today.❤️ #searchlightawards #MGlit

020

Petra Glover @petraglover.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Well, my MG historical SIX, THEY SAID is having a busy time recently. I've still not recovered from the Yeovil shortlist and have just had a request from an agent during #PitchDis! Whatever happens there, I'm just thrilled to have caught someone's eye. #amquerying #MGLit

130

Petra Glover @petraglover.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Entries at www.pitchdis.com until the 10th September.

000

Petra Glover @petraglover.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

Controversial idea: not getting offers of rep from agents is actually allowing me to experiment with my writing in a way that would be much more difficult once an agent and editors are involved. What do you all think? #amquerying #miglit #kidlit #amwriting

070

Petra Glover @petraglover.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

A year ago I'd never have believed it was possible, but I am so thrilled to be able to say that my MG historical novel, 'Six, They Said' has now been shortlisted for the Yeovil Literary Prize! It's been so difficult keeping it quiet. #YeovilLiteraryPrize #mglit #kidlit #amwriting #amquerying

070

Petra Glover @petraglover.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Still plenty of time to enter, if you haven't already! #searchlightawards #mglit #kidlit

020

Reposted by Petra Glover

#DVpit - Diverse Voices Pitch @dvpit.bsky.social · 30/03/2026

#DVpit is returning in 2026 on Bluesky! A bluesky pitch event for creators from marginalized communities to pitch their unagented projects to agents and editors! #DVpit will be on Bluesky on Wednesday, September 30, 2026! go to dvpit.carrd.co for more info and stay tuned for more announcements!

#DVPit 2026 a bluesky pitch event for creators from marginalized communities
Wednesday, September 30th 2026 on bluesky
follow us for more: @dvpit.bsky.social
or go to dvpit.carrd.co for more info

5254156

Petra Glover @petraglover.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

Has anyone had any positive results from LitConnect? I joined yesterday and my first pitch was matched with 4 agents. One was an absolute spot-on match for my novel. I don't want to get too excited if it looks good but no-one reads the matches. Positive stories, please?

000

Petra Glover @petraglover.bsky.social · 01/08/2026

I am absolutely thrilled to announce that SIX, THEY SAID, my MG novel about a disabled girl surviving the Great Fire of London, has been longlisted for the 2026 Yeovil Literary Prize in the Children & YA category! Thank you all for your support and kindness. #yeovilliteraryprize #MGlit #amquerying

060

Petra Glover @petraglover.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

A year ago, I decided to start writing again, after a long break. In the past year I've written stories, met an incredible writing community, queried agents, entered competitions and, most importantly, rediscovered something I hadn't realised I'd missed so much. I'm grateful I took that first step.

Clumber Spaniel almost asleep on a white fuzzy blanket.

000

Reposted by Petra Glover

#DVpit - Diverse Voices Pitch @dvpit.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

#Giveaway Time to prepare for #DVpit! Enter from July 13-18, 2026 to win query and/or first pages critiques from agents! TO ENTER: • repost this post • AND reply with your category & genre! (e.g. YA Fantasy) • Entries must be for completed, unpublished work. Full rules: dvpit.carrd.co#giveaway

236136253

Petra Glover @petraglover.bsky.social · 12/07/2026

Aaaagh! I can't believe I somehow totally missed #ProfilePit! Even with my list of pitch events that I've saved. Not much use if I don't check it! #amquerying #MGlit

static.klipy.com

Sophia Petrillo: I'm Old and Forgetful

ALT: Sophia Petrillo: I'm Old and Forgetful

050

Petra Glover @petraglover.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

It's far too hot to do anything energetic, but I am more than happy to be sat with the fan blowing straight at me, as I wrestle with dragons (metaphorically speaking, of course!). It's lovely to feel well enough to write a chapter or two of my WIP.

000

Petra Glover @petraglover.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

Had such a kind rejection today, with pointers to another agent for the future. I adore kind people. 🥰

static.klipy.com

Thank You For Being Awesome

ALT: Thank You For Being Awesome

020

Petra Glover @petraglover.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

I am so glad I read this! Anyone in the Query Trenches who hasn't read it, do take 5 minutes. Did you know that 60% of debut novelists never write another novel? devonhalliday.substack.com/p/why-publis...

devonhalliday.substack.com

Why Publishers Prefer Debut Novels

And what debut authors can do to ensure Book 2

000

Petra Glover @petraglover.bsky.social · 13/06/2026

I'm having so much fun with this WIP that I'd love to share it with all of you. But I can't until I've finished it. All I'm saying is that if someone offers to sell you a "gecko" from the back of a van, the answer is probably no. #amwriting #amquerying #mglit #kidlit

080

Petra Glover @petraglover.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

Every time I see someone get 5 full requests for their romantasy, I remind myself that I'm currently querying: "A literary historical MG novel about a disabled, homeless girl living under London Bridge in 1666." Which is, admittedly, a slightly smaller market. #amquerying #mglit #writingcommunity

080

Petra Glover @petraglover.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

Ouch! Manifesting Monday turned into Monday Massacre, or death by a thousand rejections. Admittedly, some of the kindest and most charming rejections I've had, but did I really need all of them on the same day? #amquerying #amwriting #mglit

040

Petra Glover @petraglover.bsky.social · 31/05/2026

Trying not to obsess over this, so I've started my next WIP. Am I the only one whose coping strategy in the query trenches is to write more? #amwriting #amquerying #mglit #querytrenches

160

Petra Glover @petraglover.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

Delighted with my Write Mentor feedback: The Wrong Shape: "Brilliantly funny opening premise...real charm, confidence & commercial MG appeal." Six, They Said: "I absolutely love the concept...an engaging plot that had me hooked...A really great story that would grip the reader." #amquerying #mglit

A Clumber Spaniel puppy being held at about 7 weeks old.

050

Petra Glover @petraglover.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

I'm amusing myself picking outlandish comps for my WIP. I've decided the closest I can get is ANNE OF GREEN GABLES x APOCALYPSE NOW. I think we'd all agree that has a place in today's literature! 🤣 #amquerying #MGLit #writingcommunity ##amwriting #kidlit

Pencil sketch of the Great Fire of London.

050

Petra Glover @petraglover.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

An interesting read, but it hasn't convinced me either way. I guess I just keep on writing and keep on querying.

010

Reposted by Petra Glover

Bertrom. @bertrom.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

Ladybird books have always had their finger on the pulse for the young reader. I swear by them.

19664158

Petra Glover @petraglover.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

I’m going down so many rabbit holes researching my current WIP, a MG historical set during the Great Fire. It's so tempting to keep digging but the writing is so much fun it pulls me back up. Anyone else writing historicals atm? #amwriting #mglit #historicalfiction #KidLit #ForgottenVoices #1666

A detailed black-and-white historical engraving of London in the 17th century, viewed from across the River Thames. London Bridge stretches across the river, lined with tightly packed buildings. Numerous small boats sail and row along the water. On both sides of the river, dense clusters of houses and churches with tall spires fill the skyline. Labels such as “Fluvius” and “Southwarke” are visible, indicating the river and the Southwark area.

060

Petra Glover @petraglover.bsky.social · 03/05/2026

Yesterday was one of those days. I went to research an agent, discovered she wasn't right, checked out her colleagues and found a better fit. Then, I was so tired I wrote the whole query and sent it off to the original agent! So, apologies! #amquerying #mglit #writingcommunity

250

Petra Glover @petraglover.bsky.social · 30/04/2026

I'm so enormously grateful for all the love and support on here for #QuestPit, and especially for the support from a lot of you on the other side. I love that feeling of belonging, even though we're all spread out across the world. Thank you all so much. 🥰🥰🥰 #mglit #writerscommunity #amquerying

0120

Petra Glover @petraglover.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

WHERE IS THE WAR? Upper MG / Lower YA The Skylarks’ War x Once Attie’s world collapses overnight when her mother dies in childbirth. With her father and brother fighting in France, she makes a choice no one expects…and one that will change her forever. #Q #MG #YA #HistFic #Adventure #QuestPit

0336

Petra Glover @petraglover.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

THE WRONG SHAPE Freya doesn't necessarily want to be cool, but she really doesn't want to be a fully-fledged member of the Social Outcasts Club. But that's exactly what you get when you turn into a worm...and your mum makes you go to school. #questpit #MG #Q #F #MGlit

0213

Petra Glover @petraglover.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

LUMI AND THE MANOR TREE MYSTERIES Dear Sleuthhound, There’s a mystery to solve, animals to rescue…and one cockatoo who definitely can’t be trusted with clues. LUMI AND THE MANOR TREE MYSTERIES 🌳 ✧ Lower MG cosy mystery (7–9) #questpit #MG #MGlit #amquerying #Q

1196

Petra Glover @petraglover.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

It's such a good feeling to have the time and the energy to finish my most recent WIP today: The Wrong Shape, an MG Fantasy at 30-31k words. Now to get on with editing/polishing ready for querying. #mglit #kidlit #amquerying

160

Petra Glover @petraglover.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

It's incredibly late, but I am also very grateful to @kelleyeditorial.bsky.social and @hannaneier.bsky.social for their great feedback for #revpit and #10queries. I was lucky enough to get picked twice! If you are considering paying for a critique, I'd certainly check them out!

040

Petra Glover @petraglover.bsky.social · 19/04/2026

Just a huge thanks to all the kind likes and reposts for me in #posterpit yesterday. I loved all the posters and am now going to have to up my art game before the next one!

050

Petra Glover @petraglover.bsky.social · 18/04/2026

When Freya wakes up as a five-foot worm, she thinks she’s got problems. Then her mum makes her go to school. A 31,000-word MG comic fantasy about body image, acceptance and playing the violin when you don’t have arms. #mg #f #posterpit #q #mglit #amquerying

Graphic with a blue-to-green gradient background and the title “The Wrong Shape” in large white letters, with the “O” in pink. Beneath it reads: “Struggling to fit in? Now try doing it when you’ve just been turned into a 5ft worm!” At the bottom: “31,000 word middle grade comic fantasy. Slithering to a query trench near you.”

0306

Petra Glover @petraglover.bsky.social · 18/04/2026

Poster with blue-to-green gradient background and bold white title THE WRONG SHAPE, with the O in pink and a curved pink line beneath. Tagline reads: “Freya’s school forbids magic. Does turning into a giant worm count? Asking for a friend.” 31,000-word MG comic fantasy.

0326

Petra Glover @petraglover.bsky.social · 03/04/2026

I think this is the most excited I've been in months. Maybe something, maybe nothing, but eeeeeeeeek! #amquerying #mglit #amwriting

070

Petra Glover @petraglover.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

Apparently Past Me entered the HarperCollins Author Academy… and Present Me has been waitlisted for 2026! I’ll take that 😄 It's lovely to have a bit of encouragement, something that says I'm on the right track! #amquerying ##yalit #amwriting #mglit

090

Reposted by Petra Glover

Curtis Brown Creative @cbcreative.bsky.social · 13/03/2026

Applications for our Jennie Godfrey Novel-Writing Scholarship close this weekend! ⏰️ This scholarship will award one talented writer with limited financial means a place on our three-month online Writing Your Novel course. Apply now:

curtisbrowncreative.co.uk

Jennie Godfrey Novel-Writing Scholarship for Writers with Low Income

This scholarship, sponsored by Jennie Godfrey, will award one talented writer with limited financial means a place on our three-month online Writing Your Novel course.

012

Petra Glover @petraglover.bsky.social · 12/03/2026

Exciting writing news: my YA WWI novel Where Is the War?, about a girl who disguises herself as a boy to enlist, has been selected for feedback from Hamline University’s MFAC faculty. Very grateful for fresh eyes while the manuscript is on submission. #amwriting #kidlit #amquerying #yalit

040

Petra Glover @petraglover.bsky.social · 07/03/2026

I think this counts as my best rejection of 2026! So grateful to this agent for their kindness. 🥰🥰🥰 #kidlit ##amquerying #yalit #mglit #amwriting

080

Petra Glover @petraglover.bsky.social · 28/02/2026

In a maelstrom of lies and distraction, writers become the last keepers of truth. Keep writing. It matters.

000

Reposted by Petra Glover

Charlotte Wenger @charlottewenger.com · 24/02/2026

I've updated my wish list in preparation for the upcoming #MSWL Day! Stay tuned for details on 2/26/26!

0285

Reposted by Petra Glover

First Novel Prize @firstnovelprize.bsky.social · 06/02/2026

📣 Entries have opened in the 11th consecutive year of the First Novel Prize. Head over to www.firstnovel.co.uk to check out what our judges are looking for and send us your best work #amwriting #amediting #amquerying #writingcompetition #fictionwriting #firstnovelprize

11715