Elvin Jones is Querying

After a week of intensive querying I needed a break. This is our second year of float riding at the @universalorl.bsky.social Mardi Gras parade. Kids like him are why I do this. #amwriting #amquerying #writingcommunity #kidlit

Want to know the kinds of stories I love writing?
Fun ones like this that get this kind of response!
Me and my son approve. One day some kid will leave the Elfin's movie like this! #amquerying #amwriting #writingcommunity #kidlit

Busy week. When things aren’t going your way it’s time to pivot! I’ll just keep banging on doors til one opens. #amquerying #amwriting #WritingCommunity #kidlit

My boy Elfin is about to have the worst Christmas Eve since 1960. But there isn’t anywhere else he’d rather be that at the North Pole!

I generally do too. But one book I knew how to start and end but I was struggling with the middle. So I skipped around until I figured it out.

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Exhausted. Got 7 queries out from leads on MSWL day. Also went back to an older WIP and realized I already had 18k words in a MG novel that might be more appealing for a debut novel. Might be time to pivot. #amwriting #amquerying #WritingCommunity #kidlit

Hi @celinasun.bsky.social do you only accept submissions from agents?

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First query of March out the door! #amwriting #amquerying #WritingCommunity #kidlit

I got suckered into buying this $100 case/keyboard for my IPad but it makes writing in public so easier. I can just throw it in my bag and take it out whenever the moods hits!

Still on the agent hunt but getting some people watching and outdoor writing time in at my happy place. Where do yall do your “outside” writing at? #amwriting #amquerying #WritingCommunity #kidlit

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Good morning, writers! I'm opening up for one day in celebration of #MSWL day. My Wish List is here: manuscriptwishlist.com/mswl-post/sh...

Send me something to distract me from all of the horrors in the world right now. And share your cat photos if you'd like.

A split picture of Jacob from Twilight and The Mummy with the words BORIS KARL AKA POTEHMI OG member of the Fearsome Foursome. Knows alot of history of Sunnywood. Gets clowned because of his name. Not as scared of things as Cisco but is a bit hesitant. Reincarnation of Ammon, master of disguise. Powers include manipulation of his bandages to become an extension of him. Can use them to grab, wrap things up, swing, and create dust storms.

Split picture of Data from the Goonies and a werewolf with the words LONNIE WATANABE AKA WOLFKID Newest member of group (making it Fearsome Fivesome). Originally a loner. Parents own Nerdtopia (the go to spot for tweens in town). Reincarnation of Jabari, fastest warrior. Powers include enhanced endurance, speed, and jumping. Also has the "Wolf Howl" that powers up the whole team.

Picture of Max from Stranger Things and the Creature from the Black Lagoon with the words GILLIAN CHAPMAN AKA GILLY 1 BFFS with Francesca. Also does not like the nerds or the fact that she was turned into a monster, but learns to accept it. Reincarnation of Chione, master of water. 2 Powers include enhanced swimming abilities and manipulation of any water source.

Pictures of a half owl/half man and Imhotep from The Mummy movie with the words HORUS & SHATON HORUS Horus was originally an orphan who was saved by Amasis and became his valet, owing him a life debt. He was granted longevity and tasked to be the guardian of the Eye of Sephiroth. Shaton was an ancient Egyptian sorcerer who used the Eye to rule until he was overthrown by the Seven. Now returns to reclaim the power and rule the world. SHATON

Rest of the cast. Exists in the same universe as ALIENS HAVE KIDNAPPED CHRISTMAS.

Picture of classic Universal film monsters standing over a group of tweens with the words THE MONSTER SQUAD A reimaging of the classic 80s movie. Dracula, Wolfman, Frankenstein, The Bride, The Mummy, and Gill-man. A group of tweens stumble upon an ancient gem that grants them the power to turn into these monsters to protect it from an ancient sorcere determined to reclaim it and take over the world.

Picture of Lucas from Stranger Things with the words JOHN STEVENSON Unofficial leader of the Fearsome Foursome. Only one that doesn't get powers but still supports his friends and helps them to figure out their abilities.

Split picture of Mike from Stranger Things and Dracula with the words DRAKE STOKELY AKA DRAYKULA OG member of the Fearsome Foursome. Joker personality. Most excited about getting monster powers. Butts heads a lot with Gillian and Francesca. Powers include flight and ability to absorb energy from nearby sources, including humans and other beings, and redirect it with his "purple lightning". Reincarnation of Amasis, master of the dark and a stealthy fighter.

Picture of The Bride of Frankenstein, a boy and girl Latin tween twins, and Frankenstein with the words FRANCISCO 'CISCO' SANTANA / FRANCESCA SANTANA Francesca, anti nerd, BFF's with Gillian. Thinks brother and his friends are dorks but lowkey loves her twin. Reincarnation of Masika, 1 of the strongest warriors. Frankiestein and Frankenstein AKA The Frankentwins. Powers include energy absorption, shield generation, enhanced strength. Cisco, OG member of Fearsome Foursome. A little timid but give him time. Reincarnation of Husani, equal in strength to Masika.

Dracula, Wolfman, Frankenstein, The Bride, The Mummy, and Gill-man. A group of tweens stumble upon an ancient gem that grants them the power to turn into these monsters to protect it from an ancient sorcerer determined to reclaim it and take over the world. 👻 🎃🧛🏼 #WSPit #MG #SF #Q #OWN #BIPOC

Picture of The Rocks character from the movie Red One with the words Jack (aka Elfin's BFF) Leader of the ELVES (Elite Legion of Very Experienced Soldiers). Santa's version of the Secret Service (the job that Elfin was destined for). One of Elfin's best friends from childhood.

Picture of a Latina Christmas elf with the words Chloe (aka Elfin's other BFF) Head of CTU (Claus Technical Unit) and Elfin's other BFF. Runs North Pole operations. Is lowkey crushed on by Elfin.

Picture of a Christmas elf scientist with the words Nivel Leader of the Science and Technology division. Basically created all of Santa's tech. Always looking to maximize North Pole operational efficiency. Elfin's mentor.

Rest of the cast. Exists in same universe as THE MONSTER SQUAD.

Title ALIENS HAVE KIDNAPPED CHRISTMAS Picture of a black nerdy elf surrounded by a wreath and the words LETS ELFIN GO

Picture of black nerdy elf with the words Starring Elfin Elfin, a timid blerd (black nerd) elf working in Santa's lab. Washed out of ELVES training, breaking his family's legacy but still aspires to do more.

Picture of a black Santa with the words Also starring Santa Claus (fka Sir Nick) The current version of Santa has held the job for about 500 years. Formerly a knight so don't let the jolly fool you!

Picture of a reptilian looking alien General Doz with the words Leader of the evil Targurian aliens. Attacks the North Pole on Christmas Eve to kidnap Santa and to steal his magic and tech to launch an invasion of the universe, starting with Earth.

Xmas Eve. Santa kidnapped. N Pole under alien occupation. All elves held hostage except timid, black nerd elf Elfin. He has less than 24 hours to free the elves & save Santa/Xmas before the aliens can use Santa’s magic & tech to take over the Earth. #WhoBetrayedSanta #WSPit #MG #SF #OWN #BIPOC #Q🎅🏿👽

Starting my rewrite of my first book, codename Project BB, for the #100dayproject. Gonna take a 9k chapter book and see if I can make it like a 25-30k MG novel. #amwriting #amquerying #authorsofinstagram #writingcommunity #kidlit

It’s Friday and I sure need this weekend! How about you? Also where are my Ravenclaw authors? #amwriting #amquerying #writingcommunity #kidlit

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Super Bowl Sunday I sent a query to an agent that was looking for my type of book. I just sent a query to one that is even more a fit. This might be the make or break one for me. Send prayers. Been a rough week! #amwriting #amquerying #WritingCommunity #kidlit

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1/3 through my revision. Getting it in! #amwriting #amquerying #kidlit #WritingCommunity

Can my book be my Valentine? 🤣 #amquerying #amwriting #writingcommunity #kidlit #authorsofinstagram

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Sad note: another rejection
Happy note: 2 more chapters revised

And 54 days before that email submission is considered a no

No worries though. #amwriting #amquerying #kidlit #WritingCommunity

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Just queries someone looking for fun middle grade series geared towards younger male readers. Like cmon I swear that was written for me and ALIENS HAVE KIDNAPPED CHRISTMAS! Please sweet 8 pound 6 ounce newborn infant Jesus 🤣 #amwriting #amquerying #writingcommunity #kidlit

Love this!

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Only took a week but finally rewrote my first chapter/10 pages. Only 23 more to go. #amwriting #amquerying #kidlit #WritingCommunity

Nothing published

MG adventure

Nothing published yet.

MG adventure. I have a Christmas and a Halloween themed now.

Welcome to February. January was busy. Got some fresh ideas for February. #amwriting #amquerying #kidlit #writingcommunity

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Managed to get one more query out for Jan. Got some great feedback from an agent. Doing another pass through on ALIENS before I rework an older WIP. Feeling good about February! #amwriting #amquerying #writingcommunity #kidlit