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The Manuscript Academy

The Manuscript Academy brings you conversations with agents, editors, and writers who can help you on your publishing journey.

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Across conferences, workshops, and writing groups, the same worries keep coming up: Is my story too risky? Are publishers backing away from hard topics? Ivan Taurisano, Associate Editor at Macmillan’s First Second Books, edits graphic novels for youn... more

More than 1,500 of you voted for memoir, so we brought you three agents for one of our first single-genre MSWL Live panels! Taj McCoy (Laura Dail Literary Agency), Katharine Sands (Sarah Jane Freymann Literary Agency), and Stephanie Winter (KO Media ... more

Out of the 200 stories that land in an agent’s inbox, why should yours be the one she reads? Agent Fiona Kenshole of Transatlantic Agency joins us from our Presentation Party to share what she looks for in a query, and why there are really no hard ru... more

Julia Alexandra knows rejection. After querying in high school and again in graduate school, she hit a wall of passes on a book she now admits wasn't ready. Worse, she spent years self-rejecting, holding back books that were probably ready long befor... more

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Recent Guests

Taj McCoy
Literary agent seeking memoir and nonfiction projects
Laura Dail Literary Agency
Episode: What Memoir Agents Want: Platform, Proposals, and a Live Query Critique
Katharine Sands
Literary agent seeking memoirs with a mission and compelling personal stories
Sarah Jane Freymann Literary Agency
Episode: What Memoir Agents Want: Platform, Proposals, and a Live Query Critique
Stephanie Winter
Literary agent interested in memoir and creative nonfiction
KO Media Management
Episode: What Memoir Agents Want: Platform, Proposals, and a Live Query Critique
Fiona Kenshole
Agent with Transatlantic; longtime publishing professional
Transatlantic
Episode: Why This Book, Why Now, Why You: Fiona Kenshole on Queries That Get Read
Julia Alexandra
Debut author, Midnight on the Celestial
Author
Episode: Specificity Sells: How Julia Alexandra Found Her Agent and Book Deal
Kaitlyn Sanchez
Agent with Bradford Literary
Bradford Literary
Episode: Commercial, Literary, or Upmarket? Untangling the Terms We All Use (with Kaitlyn Sanchez)
Jordan Stephanie Gray
Author of Bitten and The Wicked Sea
Author (Bitten; The Wicked Sea)
Episode: From 1,000 Rejections To New York Times Bestseller
Hannah Robinson
Editor, collaborator, and author coach
Freelance/editor; former in-house editor at HarperCollins, Simon & Schuster, Hachette
Episode: The Comp Title Formula That Actually Works (with Hannah Robinson)
Stefanie Molina
Agent at Ladderbird Literary Agency, representing a variety of genres from picture books to adult nonfiction, particularly interested in BIPOC authors
Ladderbird Literary Agency
Episode: Why Does Publishing Take So Darn Long? With Special Guest Agent Stefanie Molina

Hosts

Julie Kingsley
Co-host and Co-founder of The Manuscript Academy, Julie Kingsley has extensive experience in the publishing industry, helping writers navigate the complexities of getting published.
Jessica Sinzheimer
Co-host and Co-founder of The Manuscript Academy, Jessica Sinzheimer is a literary agent and advocate for diverse voices in literature, providing guidance for writers seeking representation.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 385 ratings
  • Educational and encouraging

    I have been listening to this podcast for a few months and not only is it educational for those trying to be traditionally published, but it is also encouraging in a slow and rejection-filled industry.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kt mom of 3 boys
    United States3 years ago
  • Just right

    I listen to this podcast while working out and it’s just the right amount of information and inspiration.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sheila Myers
    United States3 years ago
  • Mixed Bag

    I’m at the beginning of the learning curve. Ten episodes will do it for me. My experience of these podcasts is that they’re informative, rarely insightful. But after three shows, I’m out of patience with relentless enthusiasm, hyperbole and breathless praise for nearly everything, including typos.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    ppnckjnavdlkjn;dgkjnpdr
    United States3 years ago
  • Inspiring!

    Really enjoy this podcast! As a querying author, I highly recommend giving it a listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KerrieFaye
    United States3 years ago
  • An Incredible Resource for Writers and/or Illustrators

    I have been listening to the Manuscript Academy podcast for over a year as an author/illustrator coming back to my previous career. Jennifer and Julie’s interview style is as informative as it is entertaining. With my picture book dummy now ready to query an agent, I have also just joined and am excited to see what this new journey brings! Thank you for this insight into the slightly intimidating world of publishing.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Billybobbuttcheeks
    United States3 years ago

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Overall, the podcast is praised for its informative content and helpful advice for writers promoting their work.
Educational and encouraging for aspiring authors, offering valuable insights into the publishing process.

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What Memoir Agents Want: Platform, Proposals, and a Live Query Critique
Q: What should a proposal include?
A nonfiction proposal typically includes a project overview, author biography, comparable recent titles, marketing and publicity plans, platform and audience information, a detailed chapter outline, and polished sample chapters. The full manuscript may not need to be finished.
What Memoir Agents Want: Platform, Proposals, and a Live Query Critique
Q: What should everyone expect from themselves in terms of platform? What are agents expecting in terms of platform? And how can writers get there?
The agents say that a large following is not essential. Writers can demonstrate expertise, engage with communities connected to their subject, and build relationships through speaking, podcasts, articles, and other relevant work.
Specificity Sells: How Julia Alexandra Found Her Agent and Book Deal
Q: Can you talk more about the specificity that I asked you for and why specificity is a good thing?
Specificity helps readers and agents picture a world more vividly; small, concrete details create a stronger hook and immersion, making the book feel distinct and memorable.
The Comp Title Formula That Actually Works (with Hannah Robinson)
Q: Define category killer?
A category killer is a book that essentially becomes the face of its genre, serving as a high-visibility anchor for that category; while helpful as a starting point, it should be balanced with mid-list titles to avoid overreliance on a single big reference.
The Comp Title Formula That Actually Works (with Hannah Robinson)
Q: Hannah, tell us about you.
Hannah describes herself as an editor, collaborator, and author coach who has worked in-house at major publishing houses and now freelances, with a focus on practical nonfiction and editing.

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This show features a variety of insightful conversations with literary agents, editors, and authors, focusing on the intricacies of the publishing journey. Episodes delve into topics such as the evolving nature of publishing, strategies for writing and marketing books, and the significance of diverse perspectives in literature. Notably, it emphasizes the challenges aspiring authors face, offering advice and resources to navigate the submission process and improve their craft. The engaging dialogue often includes practical tips, personal anecdotes, and industry insights, appealing to writers at all stages of their journey.

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The Manuscript Academy launched 10 years ago and published 261 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on The Manuscript Academy include:

1. Taj McCoy
2. Katharine Sands
3. Stephanie Winter
4. Fiona Kenshole
5. Julia Alexandra
6. Kaitlyn Sanchez
7. Jordan Stephanie Gray
8. Hannah Robinson

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