“A favorite T-shirt of mine has this saying on it: “It takes as long as it takes.” Which is not to say, screw deadlines, who cares! But simply: take your time with your drafts and revisions. Go deep and get messy.” -Jill Meyers

“So many fantastic new voices have come onto the scene in the past five years, and I’m hoping we continue to give opportunities to marginalized and up-and-coming writers post-pandemic.” -Amara Hoshijo

“I like to say I’m representing authors, not books, and so I want to make sure they are excited not just about the book they’re currently writing, but the idea of being a writer.”  -Haley Heidemann

“I want to feel a powerful emotional connection to what I’m reading, in addition to an admiration of the writer’s craft.” -Caroline Bleeke

“…a great novel by a first-time author is still what most of us are searching for. ” -Liz Parker

“Whether fiction or non-fiction, I’m always looking for a voice or a way of seeing and describing the world that gets me excited and clears out the brain fog that the administrative side of the job can create.” -Ayla Zuraw-Friedland

“Remember that there are no shortcuts — convincing a reader to spend $25 on a book is an incredibly high bar, and requires a tremendous amount of work from all parties involved, beginning (and ending) with the author.” -Allison Hunter

“I’m very hands on and very much looking for a partnership! I am very open and transparent. Questions are always welcome and there is no such thing as a stupid question in my book.” -Leah Pierre

“Publishing has become the starting point for creators of original ideas. It’s rare today to see a film, TV show or any other sort of media that didn’t begin as a book, which has allowed writers a much more prominent position in pop culture.” -Noah Ballard