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melissarechter.bsky.social
Lover of puns. Editor/Acquisitions Manager at Crooked Lane Books and Alcove Press.
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Would love to see more cozy mysteries! Whether it’s a traditional one a la Amanda Flower or something a bit more in the vein of DIAL A FOR AUNTIES. I love bookish or cooking premises, something that is lightly paranormal (think witches or a friendly ghost.) and an animal companion! #mswl

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Seriously, creative folks: Don't be afraid to let people know your stuff is out there for them, or worry that "now is not the time for that." People are stressed and freaked out and looking for the things that will give them a moment of rest and joy. It is EXACTLY the time for what we do. Tell them.

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If you’re interested in what I’m looking for, my #mswl is always up to date! www.manuscriptwishlist.com/mswl-post/me...

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I’ll be dipping into #questpit if I ❤️ your pitch, feel free to send your first 3 chapters and synopsis to [email protected]

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I guess you could say we had an eventful weekend!

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I’ve been saying this and will keep saying it!

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Hiiii! Friends attending #malicedomestic, the deadline for #AgathaAward Nominations is TOMORROW and I'd love it if you would think of A DEADLY ENDEAVOR when making your nominations! Edie is eligible for Best First Novel and Best Historical Novel! #CrimeFiction #Mystery

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It’s the first week in office in 2025 and I’ve already made my colleagues groan because of a pun I made. It’s a great start to a new year ✨

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Looking for a last minute gift for your mom? Great news, from what I've heard, moms* LOVE A Deadly Endeavor! You can buy it here: www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/741924... #authors #amreading #giftideas #mysterybooks #crimefiction #historicalromance *it's me, I am a Mom.

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An airship bound for London is thrown off course by a murder in A LETHAL ENGAGEMENT by April J. Skelly, a locked-room historical mystery debut, perfect for fans of Deanna Raybourn and Katharine Schellman. #ewgc #libraryreads 📖Available on NetGalley: www.netgalley.com/catalog/book...

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Irish mythology collides with Gilded Age New York in THE GODS TIME FORGOT by Kelsie Sheridan Gonzalez, a sweeping enemies-to-lovers historical romantasy debut, perfect for fans of Outlander and A Fate Inked in Blood. #ewgc #libraryreads 📖Available on NetGalley: www.netgalley.com/catalog/book...

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The cover in my inbox right now is just 😍😍😍

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I have a short story in THE DARKEST NIGHT from @crookedlanebooks.bsky.social titled “The Warmth of Snow” inspired by William Shakespeare’s Hamlet. Edited by Lindy Ryan. If you love dark wintery stories the link is here to order: www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/759643...

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Really in the mood for an Appalachian witchy/folk magic novel that I can curl up with this winter. Think dark forests, mountain ranges older than civilizations, and creepy beings that live between the trees. #mswl

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Peter Pan was one of my favorite fairytales growing up, so I’m thrilled to be working with @cynthiapelayo.bsky.social and @laneheymont.bsky.social on a darker retelling! ✨

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Posting my #mswl here as I migrate over! A 🧵:

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