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KT Misch @ktmisch.bsky.social · 3d

I’m in the market for a new laptop. To be used primarily for writing and research. Likely some online shopping and maybe a little bit of gaming when I’m procrastinating writing.

Any suggestions?

#writingcommunity #writing #writer

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Kat Cho @katchowrites.bsky.social · 1d

DVpit #querying Tip: As you scroll the feed make note of which agents like pitches in similar categories/genres as yours & add them to your general querying list! The feed is so busy, they might've missed yours, but if they're liking similar stories that means it's something they want in their inbox

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KT Misch @ktmisch.bsky.social · 1d

Love everything about this!

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KT Misch @ktmisch.bsky.social · 1d

Love these vibes

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#DVpit - Diverse Voices Pitch @dvpit.bsky.social · 1d

#DVpit 2025 has officially begun!
Today, Oct 8, 2025 from 8AM-8PM ET marginalized creators seeking out representation can pitch their completed manuscripts & portfolios to participating Agents & Editors!
Don't forget to use #DVpit in your posts!
Pls read rules before participating: dvpit.carrd.co

#DVPit Rules
-#DVpit (Diverse Voices Pitch) is a Bluesky event for marginalized creators that have been historically underrepresented in publishing to pitch their work to agents & editors
-Post your pitch on Bluesky on Wednesday, Oct 8, 2025
between 8AM ET - 8PM ET
-Only post once per hour (6 max pitches per project)
-Must have a polished, query ready manuscript or art portfolio.
-Pitch must include the #DVpit hashtag (illustrators pitching their art must use the #DVArt hashtag)
-A like from an agent = a query request
-A repost from an editor = interest in submission once you've signed with an agent
-A like from an editor = editor who takes unagented submissions
-Please do not like or repost a pitch if you are not an agent or an editor. Support other creators by replying to their pitch or
quote-reposting their pitches
-Visit dvpit.carrd.co for more detailed guidelines.

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KT Misch @ktmisch.bsky.social · 1d

This sounds heartbreakingly amazing

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KT Misch @ktmisch.bsky.social · 1d

Spooky. Love it

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KT Misch @ktmisch.bsky.social · 1d

Very interesting

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KT Misch @ktmisch.bsky.social · 1d

Looking forward to supporting all you incredible authors for #dvpit Have fun out there today 💜

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KT Misch @ktmisch.bsky.social · 3d

I’m in the market for a new laptop. To be used primarily for writing and research. Likely some online shopping and maybe a little bit of gaming when I’m procrastinating writing.

Any suggestions?

#writingcommunity #writing #writer

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KT Misch @ktmisch.bsky.social · Jun 28

Sent the second draft back to Rebecca for another round of edits. It’s going to be a long few weeks waiting on the MS to come back and to hear her thoughts on some of the changes!

KT Misch @ktmisch.bsky.social · May 28

Round one of edits are back from my agent! I’m so excited to dive in and work on making this story even better! 🥰

#writer #writingcommunity #writersofbluesky #books #amediting

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Gabino Iglesias @gabino.bsky.social · May 14

I see you there, putting in the work. Keep at it. Write that thing. Paint it. Sculpt it. Compose it. Photograph it. Play it. Record it. Choreograph it. Draw it. Cook it. Knit it. Whatever. Keep making art.

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KT Misch @ktmisch.bsky.social · May 28

It’s a struggle, for sure. But I’m so ready to get this book out in the wild so I’m excited to put the work in! Hopefully, I still feel that way when it’s said and done 😆

KT Misch @ktmisch.bsky.social · May 28

Round one of edits are back from my agent! I’m so excited to dive in and work on making this story even better! 🥰

#writer #writingcommunity #writersofbluesky #books #amediting

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KT Misch @ktmisch.bsky.social · May 21

Get your kiddos into reading!!

KT Misch @ktmisch.bsky.social · May 9

Beginnings are the worst. I've rewritten mine at least five times.

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KT Misch @ktmisch.bsky.social · May 9

So true!!

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KT Misch @ktmisch.bsky.social · May 9

Thank you!! 💜

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A.J. Irving 🩷💜💙 @ajirving.bsky.social · May 9

Thank you, Book Riot! bookriot.com/new-queer-bo... #kidlit #queerkidlit #booksky

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KT Misch @ktmisch.bsky.social · May 9

I feel like my whole attitude on publishing has gone up exponentially. I know there's a lot of work to be done but I'm ready! 😍

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KT Misch @ktmisch.bsky.social · May 9

My series outline and book one draft are with my agent undergoing edits and I can't wait to get her feedback on everything! I'm so excited to dive head first into making this book (Title TBD) publisher ready!

#writingcommunity #authors #writers #booksky

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KT Misch @ktmisch.bsky.social · May 4

Thank you!! Good luck to you as well 😃

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The Bookseller @thebookseller.com · May 1

ICYMI: Simon & Schuster has set up a new award for unpublished and un-agented fiction authors of colour. The winner of the New Chapter award will receive a prize that includes a two-book publishing contract with Simon & Schuster UK with a six-figure advance 👇 #BookSky

New Simon & Schuster award for unpublished authors of colour includes two-book deal with six-figure advance

www.thebookseller.com

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KT Misch @ktmisch.bsky.social · May 2

Thrilled to announce that I've signed with Rebecca Lawrence at The Booker Albert Literary Agency!

Rebecca has such an amazing vision for my work and I know we are going to do amazing things together!

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KT Misch @ktmisch.bsky.social · Apr 2

I’ve waited years for this post -

✨✨I am vague ✨✨

I can’t even believe it as I type!

#writingcommunity #writer

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