After the Cancellation of 'Call Me, I'll Hide the Body,' What Comes Next? - Publishers Daily

Can he prove he didn't do it?

Panzer made a stop at the Publishers Daily site today. With no digging at all he found a post about a new manuscript with AI help suspicions problems.

 

The post describes the problems an author has encountered with his agents and publishers because his manuscript didn't pass an AI detecter test. The publishers cancelled his book publications and his agents fired him as a client.

 

Panzer says, "This little kitty never heard of the AI sniffer they used, but he's heard originality.ai is good." 

 

Note: This is a very long post. You'll need to decide what you want to snack on. 

 

To read the post tootle over to Publishing Cancellation 

11 New Agents Seeking Genre Fiction, Romance, SFF, Kidlit, Picture Books, Memoir, LGBT and more

They have varied interests.

Panzer's next stop was at the Publishing ... and Other Forms of Insanity site.

 

At the site Erica Verrillo has a list of 11 agents looking for author clients. The list includes information about each agent and what genre each is interested in representing.

 

Panzer says, "Be sure to read each agent's bio and interests before you contact them."

 

Note: This is a long post. Bring something cold to drink to snack on.

 

To read the post tootle over to New Agents Seeking Clients

 

8 New Agents Seeking Genre Fiction, YA, New Adult, Nonfiction, LGBTQ, Literary Fiction ... - Publishing ... and Other Forms of Insanity

They're looking for a lot of stuff.

Panzer's first stop in the Catosphere today was at the Publishing ... and Other Forms of Insanity site. There he found news about agents looking for clients. 

 

Erica Verrillo's list highlights 8 new agents looking for writers to represent in fiction, nonfiction and various genres.

 

Panzer says, "Be sure to read what each agent is looking for, so you submit your query to the right one."

 

Note: This is a long post. You'll need to decide what to bring to snack on.

 

To read the list tootle over to New Agents

39 Marvelous Writing Conferences and Workshops in May 2026 - Publishing ... and Other Forms of Insanity

A lot of interesting things to do.

Panzer's second stop today was at the Publishing ... and Other Forms of Insanity site. There he found a post about writing conference and workshops in May.

 

Erica Verrillo's post contains a list of  conferences and workshops for fiction, nonfiction and poetry writers. Also  included are marketing information, agent pitching and editor appointments.

 

Panzer says, "Be sure to check all the attendance information."

 

Note: This is a long post. You'll need to decide what to bring to snack on.

 

To study the least tootle over to Writing Conferences and Workshops

Watch Out for This Scam Impersonating Editors at Major Publishing Houses - Writer Beware(R)

Be prepared. Read the examples.

Here's an interesting post Panzer found at the Writer Beware (R) site.

 

Victoria Strauss' post about impersonation scams includes examples of the emails sent to authors. In the emails scammers claim to be editors or agents interested in the author's work.

 

Panzer says, "AI-generated?"

 

Note:This is a very, very long post. You'll need to decide what to bring to snack on.

 

To read the post tootle over to Impersonating Editors 

6 New Literary Agents Actively Seeking YA and Adult Fiction, Fantasy, LGBTQ, Nonfiction, Cookbooks, Thrillers and more!

It's been a long day.

Panzer's last stop was at the Publishing ... and Other Forms of Insanity site. There our kitty pilot found a post about literary agents looking for new clients.

 

Erica Verrillo's list contains six new agents looking for writers to represent. There's a bio for each agent on the list. Before submitting be sure to read it.

 

Panzer says, "There's a wide variety of genres represented."

 

Note: This is a long list. You'll need to decide what you want to bring to snack on.

 

To read the post tootle over to  6 New Literary Agents

8 New Agents and a New Literary Agency Actively Seeking Cookbooks, Memoir, Women's Fiction ... - Publishing ... and Other Forms of Insanity

They're looking for a lot of different material.

Panzer's first stop today was at the Publishing ... and Other Forms of Insanity site.

 

There, Erica Verrillo has posted a list of agents seeking clients.The agents are looking for writers in a variety of genres, including cookbooks, memoir, women's fiction and more. The list includes a bio and what each agent is looking for.

 

Panzer says, "Always read what an agent is looking for. You don't want to waste their time or yours by sending something they're not interested in."

 

Note: This is a long length post. Bring a big mug of cocoa and a big chocolate chip muffin to snack on.

 

To read the post tootle over to  8 New Agents and a New Literary Agency 

Trilogy Launches AI-Powered Manuscript Assessment Tool - Publishers Weekly

AI is everywhere you look.

Today, Panzer made a trip to the Publishers Weekly site. There with no digging at all our inquisitive kitty boy found a post about a new AI tool for publishers and agents.

 

According to Ed Nawotka's post, there's a new AI tool to read publishers' and agents' slush pile manuscripts. Included in the post are links to the Trilogy software company's and the new AI tool's sites.

 

Panzer says, "Hmm ... Sounds like no more first readers."

 

Note:This is a medium length post. Bring a cup of tea and a muffin to snack on.

 

To read the post tootle over to AI Manuscript Assessment Tool 

5 New Literary Agents and a New Agency Seeking Nonfiction, Genre Fiction, Kidlit, YA, LGBT and more

Something for every writer.

Panzer's first stop in the Catosphere today was at the Publishing ... and Other Forms of Insanity site.

 

Erica Verrillo's post is a list of five agents and a agency looking for clients. There's an agent bio and information about what genre each wants to represent included.

 

Panzer says, "Make sure you read what each agent wants so you apply to the right one."

 

Note: This is a long post. You'll need to decide what you want to bring to snack on.

 

To read the post tootle over to 5 New Agents and a New Agency

4 New Agents Seeking Kidlit, Literary Fiction, Nonfiction, Memoir, SFF, ... - Publishing ... and Other Forms of Insanity

This has been a long day.

If you're looking for a literary agent to represent your writing, Panzer found a post at the Publishing ... and Other Forms of Insanity site for you.

 

 Erica Verrillo lists four agents looking for writers to represent. They're looking for fiction, nonfiction, and specific genres to consider.

 

Panzer says, "Be sure to read the guidelines before you submit anything."

 

Note:This is a a medium length post. Bring a cup of tea and three chocolate chip cookies (biscuits) to snack on.

 

To read the post tootle over to 4 New Agents

40 Outstanding Writing Conferencs and Workshops in October 2025 - Publishing ... and Other Forms of Insanity

Now for my much needed kitty nap.

Panzer's second stop today was at the Publishing ... and Other Forms of Insanity site. There he found October's writing conferences and workshops.

 

 Erica Verrillo's list includes fiction and nonfiction writing and agent pitching opportunities. Some are online and some are in-person.

 

Panzer says, "Remember: Check the deadlines." 

 

Note: This is a long list. You'll need to decide what to bring to snack on.

 

To read the post tootle over to Writing Conferences and Workshops 

11 New Agents Seeking SFF, Women's Fiction, Thrillers, YA, Kidlit, Literary Fiction, Graphic Novels, LGBTQ and more

It's been a long day.

On his way home Panzer made a quick stop at the Publishing ... and Other Forms of Insanity site. There he found information about new agents looking for writers to represent.

 

Erica Verrillo's list has 11 literary agents looking for writers in several genres. The list has an agent bio and information about the genre each agent is interested in representing.

 

Panzer says, "Be sure to read the agent information before you submit to them. You don't want to waste their time or yours."

 

Note:This is a long post. You'll need to decide what to bring to snack on.

 

To read the post tootle over to 11 New Agents Seeking Clients

10 New Agents seeking Kidlit, Romance, Science Fiction, Fantacy, Memoir, Nonfiction and more - Publishing ... and Other Forms of Insanity

At least one agent for whatever you write.

Today, Panzer's trip into the Catosphere took him to the Publishing ... and Other Forms of Insanity site. There he discovered an announcement about agents looking for clients.

 

Erica Verrillo posted a list of 10 new agents looking for writing clients. Included in the list is a short bio for each agent and where to contact them.

 

Panzer says, "Always read the information at the agent's site before you submit to them."

 

Note: This is a long-medium length post. You'll need to decide what to bring to snack on.

 

To read the post tootle over to New Agents 

12 New Literary Agents Seeking Fantasy, Thrillers, YA, MG, KidLit, Nonfiction, and more - Publishing ... and Other Forms of Insanity

Whatever you write looks like there's an agent here for it.

If you're looking for an agent for your book, Panzer found this post at the Publishing ...and Other Forms of Insanity site.

 

Erica Verrillo's post lists 12 agents looking for author's to represent. The list shows agents looking for fiction, nonfiction, adult, young adult, and children's authors.

 

Panzer says, "There's a wide variety of genres represented here."

 

Note: With 12 agents to feature this is a long post. Bring a cup of tea and a muffin to snack on while you read.

 

To read the post tootle over to New Literary Agents

35 Magnificent Writing Conferences and Workshops in March 2025 - Publishing ... and Other Forms of Insanity

I need a long nap after that trip to the vet.

Today after Panzer went to the vet for his annual check-up, our traveling kitty made a quick trip to the Publishing ... and Other Forms of Insanity site. There he found a post about writing conferences and workshops.

 

 In the post Erica Verrillo lists 35 conferences and workshops which happen in March. They range from one day to five weeks long. Some are in-person and some are online and some are even free to attend.

Panzer says, "Some have strict attendee limits so be sure to read the guidelines."

  

Note: With information about thirty-five conferences and workshops this is long post. You'll need to decide what to bring to snack on while you read.

 

To read the post tootle over to Writing Conferences and Workshops

8 New Agents Seeking Fantasy, Horror, Romance, Thrillers, Literary Fiction, YA, Memoir, Nonfiction, and More - Publishing ... and Other Forms of Insanity

They're new. They need writers. Apply now.

Today, Panzer made a quick stop at the Publishing ... and Other Forms of Insanity site. There he found a post about agents looking for clients.

 

Erica Verrillo's post includes 8 agents looking for writers to represent to publishers. The agents are looking for writers in a multitude of genres.

 

 Panzer says, "Be sure to read the agents interests before submitting to them. You don't want to waste their time or yours with an unwanted submission."

Note: This is a long post. You'll need to decide what to bring to snack on while you read.

To read the post tootle over to New Agents

Agents Authors Question HarperCollins AI Deal - Publishers Weekly

This is not how I wanted to spend my nap time.

Panzer was shaken from his nap in his kitty bed by shouting coming from the Catosphere. Jumping in the Panzermobile, our traveling kitty boy followed all the noise to the Publishers Weekly site. There he found a post about HarperCollins AI deal was the cause of all the upset.

 

According to the post by Andrew Albanese and Jim Milliot, authors and agents have some serious questions about the licensing agreement HarperCollins has signed with an unknown AI company. The post contains quotes from authors, agents and other publishing officials with their opinions. There are links to other posts with information about the agreement.

 

Panzer says, "It will be interesting to see how many nonfiction authors agree to be part of the HarperCollins deal."

 

Note:This is a long, long post. You'll need to bring your lunch to eat while you read today's selection.

 

To read the post tootle over to Harpercollins AI Deal

8 New Agents Seeking SFF, Horror, YA, Romance, Mysteries, Literary Fiction, Nonfiction and more - Publishing ... and Other Forms of Insanity

Look at all those genres they want.

Today's trip into the Catosphere took  Panzer to the Publishing ... and Other Forms of Insanity site. There with hardly any digging in the post our intrepid kitty boy found one about new literary agents.

Erica Verrillo's list has eight agents looking for writers to represent in the U.S. and the U.K. Included with each agent's bio is a description of the genres they are interested in obtaining.

 

Panzer says, "Be sure to read the submission guidelines too."

 

Note: This is a medium length post. Bring a cup of tea and a muffin for your snack while you read.

 

To read the post tootle over to New Agents

6 New Literary Agencies Seeking Commercial Fiction, Kidlit, SFF, Memoir, Romance, and more

It's not easy to get an agent.

Today's trip into the Catosphere took Panzer to the Publishing ... and Other Forms of Insanity site. There our traveling kitty boy found a post for those of you looking for an agent.

Erica Verrillo's post lists 6 agencies look for writers to represent. They're looking for fiction and nonfiction writers. The post explains what each agency is looking for.

Panzer says, "Be sure to read each agency's information to see if they're a fit for your material."

Note: This is a long post. Bring a glass of lemonade and a muffin to snack on while you read.

To read the post tootle over to 6 New Literary Agencies

9 New Agents Seeking Memoirs, Kidlit, Romance, SFF, Nonfiction, and more - Publishing ... and Other Forms of Insanity

Ahhh ... A well deserved nap.

Tooting around in the Catosphere, Panzer found a post at the Publishing ... and Other Forms of Insanity site about agents looking for clients.

In addition to the categories on Erica Verrillo's list, the post also includes which agency the agent works for and the submission guidelines for your work.

Panzer says, "With a list of categories like that you must have something one of the agents will be interested in."

Note: This is a medium length list. Being a cup of tea and three chocolate chip cookies (biscuits) for today's reading selection.

To read the post tootle over to New Agents