2025 WILL be the year that i finish writing a second book. putting it into the universe now

i have been in first draft purgartory btwn 2 wips for almost a year. meaning that i haven't written a single good word in so long

love that i'm a film girlie but also hate that i'm a film girlie bc my ass is too impatient to wait a week for my scans to be developed

Arianna Siddiqui is an Associate Agent and open to queries

Arianna Siddiqui earned dual degrees in political science and economics from Trinity University and completed the Columbia Publishing Course at the University of Oxford. She also started her professional career selling used Mercedes before transitioning into a career in publishing. With experience as an assistant at Lucinda Literary and William Morris Endeavor, and as a mentee with the Writers House Mentor Initiative, she has a strong eye for engaging stories and market trends. Arianna is currently pursuing a part-time master’s in creative writing at the University of Cambridge. In her free time, Arianna writes speculative romance and fosters litters of kittens.

At this time, Arianna is particularly drawn to mysteries, romance, and speculative fiction across young adult and adult audiences. She’s also open to adult nonfiction that explores unique narratives or perspectives. In mysteries, Arianna is captivated by stories that subvert traditional tropes and bring fresh perspectives to the genre, especially those told by voices that have historically been underrepresented. She’s particularly intrigued by locked-room mysteries, non-linear narratives, and stories infused with a ticking clock or ever-present sense of urgency. What excites her most are unconventional sleuths—amateurs or experts in adjacent fields such as historians, librarians, art restorers, or forensic accountants—rather than traditional law enforcement or military protagonists. In romance, Arianna LOVES stories that blur genre lines and deliver the unexpected. She loves narratives that combine romance with horror, paranormal elements, or a mystery. Romantic comedies with sharp wit and distinctive voices also hold a special place in her heart. While romantasy can be a tougher sell for her, she’s open to it if the story brings a truly fresh perspective or a bold, innovative world.

Arianna’s tastes in speculative fiction lean toward grounded and intimate storytelling. She has a particular fondness for low fantasy and magical realism, especially narratives inspired by non-Western cultures, mythologies, and traditions. Speculative fiction that focuses on relationships, identity, and emotional journeys resonates strongly with her. She’s not currently interested in science fiction. Though more selective about nonfiction, Arianna seeks projects with strong, distinctive voices that offer new insights or perspectives. She’s particularly drawn to narrative-driven works that blend memoir, cultural commentary, or history in compelling and original ways. ​ Arianna, above all, seeks to champion historically marginalized voices, including disabled, BIPOC, and queer writers.

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YES PLS if u could i would absolutely love that 😭

ahh ok!! i would love to but i'm not totally sure if i can meet that deadline tbh 😭 i can definitely do the first few chs if that would still be helpful to you, but i totally understand if you're looking for a beta who can better commit

when's your deadline? i would LOVE to but i have a couple betas coming up

will still never get over the fact that jude's first post is of aya 🥺

an old but classic writing prompt—what if your characters had instagram accounts?

i adore this prompt because i love working on social media au's for #manilawip (thanks to @julibeewrites.bsky.social for the template!)✨ #writingcommunity #writingsky

HAPPY BOOK BIRTHDAY ROSE!!! 💜💜💜

Hard back edition of FATED WINDS AND PROMISING SEAS with a plushie narwhal, turtle and lionfish around it.

It's publication day!

This little book has had a hard journey to print, but I've already had amazing reviews and I'm so proud of the story.

FATED WINDS is about not conforming, fighting Fate, saying "this is who I am". It's also about healing, kindness, and family.

I really hope you love it too

love u so much 🥺

yes it is!! 😊

hello!! good to see u here

HI HELLO SO GLAD TO SEE I HERE

mockup of discord call screen: two profile photos in black and white with. a green border around the images. text: An Editor's Guide to.... TRUTH WITHOUT THE DARE Written by Jude Lee Baet Represented by Carey Blankenship-Kramer at Belcastro Agency

ABOUT THE BOOK YA Contemporary, 88k words Social outcast Vincent Lim wants to live a life unnoticed, especially after a bad friendship breakup puts him as the subject of nasty rumors. Outgoing yearbook editor Ivy Tolentino wants to get over her first breakup... but that's not easy when she shares a friend group with her ex. So when Vincent unexpectedly wins a yearbook superlative, he's suddenly pushed back into the spotlight and into Ivy's world. After discovering their shared love for League of Legends, their friendship blossoms over late night Discord calls and their favorite way to pass the time during long queues: a question game they call Truth without the Dare. But as their friendship continues to grow, Vincent's fierce battle with depression and growing crush on Ivy throws everything off balance. As ruthless rumors start to stir and everything around them changes, thov're at rick of losind their connection

Story Elements and Tropes - "omg no we're just friends" - falling asleep on the phone at 5am - he hates the world, but will hate it less for her a slow dancing in the parking lot - - found family mischief + sunset rooftop convos

For Fans Of: When We Were Infinite by Kelly Loy Gilbert - Eliza and her Monsters by Francesca Zappia - You've Reached Sam by Dustin Thao - 2521 (Netflix Kdrama)

an #editors guide to TRUTH WITHOUT THE DARE, a YA contemporary about two misunderstood teens becoming best friends over late-night discord calls

📲mixed-media epistolary
☀️grumpxsunshine
🌿convos abt mental health/bullying
🤡friend-to-lovers w/o the lovers

#YA #C #editorsguide

As authors, we entrust Macmillan to uphold the values of inclusivity and intellectual freedom. Yet, recent actions by Mariel Dawson (VP of Marketing at MacKids) undermines these principles and poses a direct conflict with our work and identities. Join me in urging Macmillan to hold Mariel to the same ethical and professional standards we are held to, and to protect the integrity of our industry. Use your power to reach out to your agent and/or editor expressing your concerns and asking for Macmillan to take action. This isn’t a freedom of speech issue, this is a professional conflict of interest that negatively affects Macmillan and MacKids as a whole. Flip through these slides for talking points that you can bring up. For more information, please see the article Publisher’s Weekly posted: “Macmillan Marketing VP’s Election Post Stirs Anger” Let’s stand together and make our voices heard.

Conflict of Interest: Mariel Dawson celebrated the win of a president and political party that created Project 2025, which advocates for book banning, a position that conflicts directly with her responsibility to support Macmillan authors. Targeted Impact on Marginalized Voices: Project 2025’s book-banning efforts disproportionately impact books by BIPOC and LGBTQ+ authors, aiming to erase diverse narratives that are essential for representation. This is a direct threat to the work of BIPOC authors and contradicts Macmillan’s commitment to amplifying diverse voices. If these are Mariel Dawson’s views, it’s impossible for her to ethically advocate for our stories. Targeting Queer Books and Authors: Project 2025 specifically seeks to ban queer books and advocates for queer authors to be charged as sex criminals, creating a clear ethical and professional conflict, especially for Macmillan’s LGBTQ+ authors.

Double Standard in Morality Clause: Macmillan authors are held to a Morality Clause that allows termination if actions cause public outrage. Mariel Dawson has caused significant public and industry backlash and should be held to this same standard. Reputational Damage to Macmillan: Mariel’s actions are damaging to Macmillan’s reputation, undermining the work of teams and authors who work hard to uphold Macmillan’s values and mission. Ethics and Professionalism: As authors, we don’t want to work with a marketing lead who openly supports initiatives that threaten our work and personal identities. Mariel Dawson’s views render her unable to fulfill her role both ethically and effectively. *Personal Stance: (Optional) Authors may want to express that they will not work with Mariel Dawson, as her actions conflict with their personal values and professional needs.

as Macmillan authors, we should advocate for ourselves, our careers and our books.

i HIGHLY encourage Macmillan authors to reach out to their agents and/or editors expressing their concerns.

these slides provide some targeted key talking points, and if you'd like more guidance, please reach out 💖

mockup of a spotify playlist titled TRUTH WITHOUT THE DARE songs include: - skeletons by keshi - feelings i forgot by mj apanay - leaves by jaesun, zeru - it's nice to have a friend by taylor swift - wishing well by juice wrld - 24 floors by the maine

Header: Moodboards two images of moodboards below header. the first image is a mockup of a computer desktop screen, the second image is a 3x3 grid

Other Projects: When You Wish Upon a Lantern x Bingsu for Two Genre: YA Rom-Com After an accidental viral video, two bobaristas + estranged best friends team up to host a talk show about dating. The guarded girl anda dorky boy work as a team for the first time in years, slowly repairing their friendship. But will their fragile relationship survive the weight of parental expectations and unresolved romantic tension bubbling through the cracks? This story is a companion novel to TRUTH WITHOUT THE DARE, which follows Vincent's sister's healing journey four months after the events of the first book.

Jude Lee Baet (pronounced buy-eht) is a Filipino-American author. She obtained her Bachelor's degree in International Journalism from Richmond the American University in London. She is currently based in the Pacific Northwest, but was born and raised as a military kid, and has lived in various countries like Japan, Germany, and the United Kingdom. When she's not busy breaking her characters' hearts, Jude enjoys listening to BTS, watching kdramas, and drinking boba. She is represented by Carey Blankenship-Kramer at Belcastro Agency.

🖥️ editors guide cont.

mockup of discord call screen: two profile photos in black and white with. a green border around the images. text: An Editor's Guide to.... TRUTH WITHOUT THE DARE Written by Jude Lee Baet Represented by Carey Blankenship-Kramer at Belcastro Agency

ABOUT THE BOOK YA Contemporary, 88k words Social outcast Vincent Lim wants to live a life unnoticed, especially after a bad friendship breakup puts him as the subject of nasty rumors. Outgoing yearbook editor Ivy Tolentino wants to get over her first breakup... but that's not easy when she shares a friend group with her ex. So when Vincent unexpectedly wins a yearbook superlative, he's suddenly pushed back into the spotlight and into Ivy's world. After discovering their shared love for League of Legends, their friendship blossoms over late night Discord calls and their favorite way to pass the time during long queues: a question game they call Truth without the Dare. But as their friendship continues to grow, Vincent's fierce battle with depression and growing crush on Ivy throws everything off balance. As ruthless rumors start to stir and everything around them changes, thov're at rick of losind their connection

Story Elements and Tropes - "omg no we're just friends" - falling asleep on the phone at 5am - he hates the world, but will hate it less for her a slow dancing in the parking lot - - found family mischief + sunset rooftop convos

For Fans Of: When We Were Infinite by Kelly Loy Gilbert - Eliza and her Monsters by Francesca Zappia - You've Reached Sam by Dustin Thao - 2521 (Netflix Kdrama)

an #editors guide to TRUTH WITHOUT THE DARE, a YA contemporary about two misunderstood teens becoming best friends over late-night discord calls

📲mixed-media epistolary
☀️grumpxsunshine
🌿convos abt mental health/bullying
🤡friend-to-lovers w/o the lovers

#YA #C #editorsguide

omg spoken from the legend herself

hello!! good to see u here

hi hello i'm here!! if we're moots on twt pls say hi, i haven't caught up with finding my mutuals yet

thank you so much!! 😊

graphic of a mockup discord screenshot in the center, with mockup text messages surrounding it Center text, top to bottom: DISCORD BOOK Jude Lee Baet, Today at 9:16 p.m. #amquerying a young adult contemporary dual-POV platonic love story [illustration of teenage girl and boy exchanging a fist bump] art by @calicoture a connection stronger than wifi Trope texts, from left to right: -storytelling thru discord messages -online friends to irl friends -platonic love -tons of teenage angst -Filipino-American main characters -video gameplay in narrative -friends to lovers w/o the lovers -found family -convos on bullying and mental health -awkward boi x talkative girl

i'm doing a horrible job keeping up on this app anyways discordwip, my YA contemporary story of friendship, is officially out in the query trenches! #amquerying

bye this whole time i thought bluesky notifs didn't work but i just didn't have them turned on 💀

so... hopefully now i'll remember to be more active on here LOL

HEHE THANK U ABBEY 💖 and kiana is asking the question on everyone's minds ahahha

mock Google search with photo of people holding boba on the background tex reads: bobawip friends to lovers trope Sunshine boy grump girl Bobaristas Convos on teen relationships How to heal a guarded heart Cleaning up tea spills

kiana how to marry Kim seok-jin Best friend keeps annoying me Convincing people I'm always right Do i deserve love Is it ok to rely on people

Adrian Milk tea stains out of clothes Tips for getting everyone to like me Bad jokes to annoy Kiana Best film/business schools How to not disappoint parents

hopping on the google search canva trend with bobawip 🧋

one of the best feelings about writing is having that light-bulb moment. when you have that breakthrough idea that ties everything together. or finally finding the solution to a scene you were stuck on.

as hard as writing gets, it's that feeling that makes it fun and keeps me going

thank you!! they're from jins ☺️

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re: introductions (here we go again)

hi 🔵☁️, my name is Julian B and i am a Fil-Am YA contemporary author! the wip i never shut up about is discordwip: a story of two teens developing a friendship over discord

i also enjoy kdramas, BTS (hobi bias), and boba