Writer’s Digest September/October 2024 Cover Reveal
Presenting the September/October 2024 issue of Writer’s Digest featuring the Annual Agent Roundup and interviews with Jesse Q. Sutanto and Meg Medina.
Creating Wonder
One of the most magical things about writing is the wonder it can inspire. In this issue, we hope to celebrate the wonder of writing and how writing can evoke a sense of wonder in readers of all ages.
Features Include:
The Annual Agent Roundup: Consistently one of our most popular features, the Annual Agent Roundup showcases 20+ literary agents who are open to submissions along with their preferences and details for how writers can query them. By Amy Jones
The WD Interview: Jesse Q. Sutanto: The bestselling author of the Dial A for Aunties series sat down with WD to talk about her August 2024 suspense novel, You’ll Never Be Me. By Amy Jones
Everyday Wonder: How to Mine Awe From the Mundane: Sarah Chauncey offers 5 techniques (with examples) for how to evoke wonder of commonplace experiences in your writing. By Sarah Chauncey
Childhood: Our Touchstone for Wonder: Elizabeth Sims shares tips and prompts for getting in touch with “Little You” to create big new work for today. By Elizabeth Sims
From Ordinary to Extraordinary: Unveil the hidden beauty in facts and transform your nonfiction with the power of wonder. By Ryan G. Van Cleave
The WD 23rd Short Short Story Awards: Karin Patton: WD shares the winning story, “Fountain of Ruth,” in its entirety, along with the top 10 winners, and a Q&A with winner Karin Patton. By Moriah Richard
Profile: Meg Medina: Kids’ author and Newbery Medal winner Meg Medina inspires readers as the Ambassador of Young People’s Literature. By Don Vaughan
Additional articles include an interview with middle-grade Newbery Honor winner Jasmine Warga, 8 ways to improve your memoir, tips for self-editing, and the basics of adapting books to film. Plus, all of your favorite columns including Writers on Writing by Mona Susan Power, Agent Alcove by Rachel Letofsky, Meet the Agent, Breaking In, Publishing Insights, and much more.
About Amy Jones
Amy Jones is the Editor-in-Chief of Writer’s Digest and was the managing content director for WD Books. She is the editor of the Novel and Short Story Writer's Market and Children's Writer's and Illustrator's Market. Prior to joining the WD team, Amy was the managing editor for North Light Books and IMPACT Books. Like most WD staffers, Amy is a voracious reader and has a particular interest in literary fiction, historical fiction, steamy romance, and page-turning mysteries. When she’s not reading, Amy can be found daydreaming about Italy or volunteering at her local no-kill cat shelter. Find Amy on Twitter @AmyMJones_5.
