A literary agents advice to childrens and ya authors. The miles stott childrens literary agency was established in 2003. As long as people continue to have children, picture books will never go out of style. A list of literary agents representing picture book writers. Submissions transatlantic agency represents adult and childrens authors of all genres, including illustrators. Since that time, the agency has represented authors and illustrators recognized by almost every prestigious award in childrens book publishing, including the newbery. Joanna devereux has been working in childrens publishing for 25 years as a commissioning editor and a uk childrens book agent. Watson, little are a longestablished literary agency which handles a wide range of fiction and nonfiction for adults, young adults and children. I want every client of mine to make a living solely from writing and 90% of my authors do without help from any other source.
Literary agents for childrens books 20202021 use our free list of literary agents to find childrens literary agents accepting submissions for fiction and nonfiction. Literary agents for childrens books 20202021 childrens. The agency represents both authors and illustrators. We consider all types of fiction and nonfiction as well as childrens books. I want every client of mine to make a living solely from writing and 90% of my authors do without help from any other source of income.
Darley anderson childrens book agency london and uk. Rodeen literary management is an independent literary agency which provides career management for exceptional aspiring and experienced authors and illustrators of childrens literature. Since that time, the agency has represented authors and illustrators recognized by almost every prestigious award in childrens. Watson little a long established literary agency which. In 2008, after a number of successful years in advertising and sales, lori aspired to combine her talents in these areas with her personal passion for childrens literature. Jul 19, 2019 melissa richeson recently moved into the role of associate agent at apokedak literary agency, where she is building her list of childrens book authors. Kristin nelson president and founding literary agent. Melissa joined ala in the spring of 2018 as an intern, which allowed her to learn the nuances of childrens. Until leaving to become a childrens literary agent and set up skylark literary, amber was the editorial director at orion childrens books where she was privileged to work with some of the best authors in childrens and ya fiction, including liz kessler, caroline lawrence, emily murdoch and holly black.
May 02, 2020 literary agents for childrens books 20202021 use our free list of literary agents to find childrens literary agents accepting submissions for fiction and nonfiction. In this post, ive collected recently shared agent spotlights with literary agents who are accepting picture book or pb submissions. Annie bach has been drawing since she was a little girl and still loves to create the same playful, whimsical creatures she. Sheldon fogelman agency specializing in childrens book. Lindsay literary agency was founded in 2008 and has a special interest in childrens books, from picture books through middle grade and up to young adult we represent a wide range of award. Our team of agents and authors is dedicated to supporting each other and the childrens writing community in the new decade and beyond. Skylark literary agency a boutique childrens literary agency run by two industry experts. All work with reputable literary agencies with solid track records. The agency is famous for encouraging new writers and has an international reputation for talent spotting and doing great deals. Learn more about our agents, marcia wernick, linda pratt, and emily mitchell. May 02, 2020 picture book literary agents 20202021 find literary agents for childrens books on our list of literary agents, featuring childrens picture book literary agents accepting picture book submissions. Jan 30, 2012 skylark literary agency a boutique childrens literary agency run by two industry experts. Here are seven literary agents actively building their client lists.
Joanna devereux has been working in children s publishing for 25 years as a commissioning editor and a uk children s book agent for the past 10 years. Picture book literary agents open to submissions writers digest. Melissa joined ala in the spring of 2018 as an intern, which allowed her to learn the nuances of childrens book publishing firsthand before being promoted into her current role. Grencik literary an agency specializing in childrens books.
Our team nancy miles, mandy suhr and victoria birkett are experienced childrens publishing professionals with proven and indepth. Our free database includes literary agents for picture book authors of all types. Her taste spans across broad ranges of genres, from contemporary, historical, literary, to adventure and fantasy. We represent some poets but do not accept poetry submissions, though if you are a poet wishing to write longform work then we would welcome your submission. Her taste spans across broad ranges of genres, from. We do not currently accept picture book submissions but are aiming to do so in the future. Melissa richeson recently moved into the role of associate agent at apokedak literary agency, where she is building her list of childrens book authors. We focus on connectionsbetween writer and editor, story and readeras well as on helping our clients build their careers and grow as artists. Each year or so, i do a post about the top literary agents and compare how many titles were sold. Always check the agency website and agent bio before submitting. Heres our full list of 89 literary agents that work with childrens books and are currently accepting manuscript submissions from authors like you. Jun 25, 2019 one of the first cautions most publishing professionals give, though, is that the children s book market is quite different than the adult book market. In 1975, sheldon fogelman made the transition from attorney to agent to the growing number of childrens book authors and illustrators seeking his advice on literary matters. The steve laube agency is committed to providing top quality guidance to authors and speakers.
We consider all types of fiction and nonfiction as well as children s books. Caroline sheldon founded the agency thirty years ago after working as a publisher of. Teresa kietlinski literary agent and founder in 2016, teresa kietlinski began an exciting new chapter in her career with the launching of bookmark literary an agency specializing in illustrated authorillustrator. Skylark literary submission guidelines for childrens books. Transatlantic agents work within their own defined areas of interest, but they jointly share a commitment to excellence in the craft of writing and professionalism in the business of publishing. Our years of experience and success brings a unique service to our clients. Most book agent directories print and online are outdated, incomplete, and riddled with mistakes. Joanna devereux literary agency, uk childrens book agent. Zacker, we aim to bring to life stories and artwork that help young readers throughout the world become.
The barbara bauer literary agency of matawan, nj, has sold an awesome picture book to new horizon press called cassandra gets her smile back by sherri alpert, dds. These agents are seeking children s literature, including picture books, middle grade, and young adult in all genres. However, we receive thousands of submissions each year, and are. She loves all ages of childrens literature, but her passion is in young adult and middle grade novels. Skylark literary submission guidelines for childrens. Teresa kietlinski literary agent and founder in 2016, teresa kietlinski began an exciting new chapter in her career with the launching of bookmark literary an agency specializing in illustrated annie. Melissa richeson recently moved into the role of associate agent at apokedak literary agency, where she is building her list of childrens book. Until leaving to become a childrens literary agent and set up skylark literary, amber was the editorial director at orion childrens books where she was privileged to work with some of the best authors in. A top kids book agent shares her best advice for childrens and ya writers.
Use our literary agency database to find this information, and more. Uk literary agents for childrens books lou treleaven. Oct 07, 2019 here are seven literary agents actively building their client lists. She loves all ages of children s literature, but her passion is in young adult and middle grade novels. Picture book literary agents open to submissions writer. Literary agents for childrens books 20202021 children. Literary agents for childrens books free book agents list. We always welcome submissions, and look forward to adding new people to our client list each year. About childrens literary agency lk literary agency lk. In 2008, after a number of successful years in advertising and sales, lori aspired to combine her talents in these areas with her personal passion for childrens. We focus on connectionsbetween writer and editor, story and readeras well as on helping our.
Literary agents for childrens books 20202021 childrens book. Our particular areas of interest are fiction and all types of childrens books. Picture book literary agents 20202021 find literary agents for childrens books on our list of literary agents, featuring childrens picture book literary agents accepting picture book. Clients illustrators book gallery about rlm submissions contact. Supportive, fun and passionate, the agency keeps its client list small in order to provide each of its authors and illustrators the kind of close, personal attention rarely seen in this industry. Supportive, fun and passionate, the agency keeps its. Please do your research and choose wisely as to which. As an agent with writers house literary, lindsay has spent years learning from the best. Erin casy is on the hunt for books that grab hold of the reader and pull them along on a magical ride.
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Picture book literary agents open to submissions writers. At miles stott childrens literary agency we represent authors and illustrators of childrens books for all ages. Dedicated to bringing highest quality writing and illustrating to the childrens book market, the karen grencik literary agency takes a fresh approach. Here is my freshly updated list of literary agents who are currently looking for childrens board books ages 03, picture books ages 37, chapter books early readers ages 58, middle. Picture book literary agents 20202021 accepting submissions. These agents are seeking childrens literature, including. She loves characters and stories that resonate, and strong voices. Our team nancy miles, mandy suhr and victoria birkett are experienced childrens publishing professionals with proven and indepth knowledge of the uk and.
Writing childrens books is the dream of many aspiring authors. View bios, bibliographies, and artwork from our talented clients. The agency is famous for encouraging new writers and has an. Erin is an agent with gallt and zacker literary agency by. One of the first cautions most publishing professionals give, though, is that the childrens book market is quite different than the adult book market. The monster list of picture books agents is for reference only and is definitely not an endorsement. Looking for anything from chapter book to young adult. Send the full manuscript with one page synopsis and covering email. While we are dedicated to our established list of clients, we are always looking to find new talent to nurture. With nods to archaeological adventures like indiana jones, hannahs journey features.