One of the first cautions most publishing professionals give, though, is that the childrens book market is quite different than the adult book market. View bios, bibliographies, and artwork from our talented clients. 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. Skylark literary submission guidelines for childrens books. Our particular areas of interest are fiction and all types of childrens books. The agency represents both authors and illustrators. We do not currently accept picture book submissions but are aiming to do so in the future. 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. Transatlantic agents work within their own defined areas of interest, but they jointly share. We focus on connectionsbetween writer and editor, story and readeras well as on helping our. Erin casy is on the hunt for books that grab hold of the reader and pull them along on a magical ride. Each year or so, i do a post about the top literary agents and compare how many titles were sold. A list of literary agents representing picture book writers. Literary agents for childrens books free book agents list.
These agents are seeking children s literature, including picture books, middle grade, and young adult in all genres. The monster list of picture books agents is for reference only and is definitely not an endorsement. However, we receive thousands of submissions each year, and are. Heres our full list of 89 literary agents that work with childrens books and are currently accepting manuscript submissions from authors like you. Our team of agents and authors is dedicated to supporting each other and the childrens. As long as people continue to have children, picture books will never go out of style. As an agent with writers house literary, lindsay has spent years learning from the best. Supportive, fun and passionate, the agency keeps its. These agents are seeking childrens literature, including. Zacker, we aim to bring to life stories and artwork that help young readers throughout the world become.
Dedicated to bringing highest quality writing and illustrating to the childrens book market, the karen grencik literary agency takes a fresh approach. Find literary agents looking for childrens books, middle grade and ya books. About childrens literary agency lk literary agency lk. The agency is famous for encouraging new writers and has an international reputation for talent spotting and doing great deals. While we are dedicated to our established list of clients, we are always looking to find new talent to nurture. Her taste spans across broad ranges of genres, from. We are a top uk based literary agency representing a broad range of childrens and young peoples books and illustrators. Jan 30, 2012 skylark literary agency a boutique childrens literary agency run by two industry experts.
Caroline sheldon founded the agency thirty years ago after working as a publisher of. With nods to archaeological adventures like indiana jones, hannahs journey features. Since that time, the agency has represented authors and illustrators recognized by almost every prestigious award in childrens book publishing, including the newbery. 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. 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.
Literary agents for childrens books 20202021 children. Olswanger literary anna olswanger authorillustrators only painted words lori nowicki. 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. Picture book literary agents open to submissions writers. Uk literary agents for childrens books lou treleaven. Watson, little are a longestablished literary agency which handles a wide range of fiction and nonfiction for adults, young adults and children. Our team of agents and authors is dedicated to supporting each other and the childrens writing community in the new decade and beyond. Our team nancy miles, mandy suhr and victoria birkett are experienced childrens publishing professionals with proven and indepth knowledge of the uk and. At miles stott childrens literary agency we represent authors and illustrators of childrens books for all ages. She loves all ages of children s literature, but her passion is in young adult and middle grade novels. If you rely on those directories to find literary agents for childrens books, youre going to hurt your chances of getting a literary agency to represent you. 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.
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. The miles stott childrens literary agency was established in 2003. Picture book literary agents 20202021 accepting submissions. Picture book literary agents open to submissions writers digest. We focus primarily in the christian marketplace and have put together an outstanding gallery of authors and speakers whose books continue to make an impact throughout the world. 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. Our free database includes literary agents for picture book authors of all types. Send the full manuscript with one page synopsis and covering email. Ultimately, this led to her decision to pursue a career change, and. 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. 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.
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. We always welcome submissions, and look forward to adding new people to our client list each year. 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. In this post, ive collected recently shared agent spotlights with literary agents who are accepting picture book or pb submissions. She loves characters and stories that resonate, and strong voices. Here are seven literary agents actively building their client lists. 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 awardwinning authors who have been translated across the world.
We consider all types of fiction and nonfiction as well as children s books. 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. Rodeen literary management is an independent literary agency which provides career management for exceptional aspiring and experienced authors and illustrators of childrens literature. The steve laube agency official website of christian. Here are 19 top literary agents specializing in childrens books.
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. Picture book literary agents open to submissions writer. Our years of experience and success brings a unique service to our clients. Erin is an agent with gallt and zacker literary agency by. Please do your research and choose wisely as to which. 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. Raven quill literary agency representing childrens authors. The steve laube agency is committed to providing top quality guidance to authors and speakers.
Use our literary agency database to find this information, and more. Joanna devereux literary agency, uk childrens book agent. 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. Literary agents for childrens books 20202021 childrens. Melissa richeson recently moved into the role of associate agent at apokedak literary agency, where she is building her list of childrens book. Sheldon fogelman agency specializing in childrens book. Learn more about our agents, marcia wernick, linda pratt, and emily mitchell. Lk literary agency was founded in 2018 by childrens literary agent lori kilkelly. Written a book for children or young people and need an agent. 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. Established in 2000 by nancy gallt, and later joined by marietta b. 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 book. A top kids book agent shares her best advice for childrens and ya writers. 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. Oct 07, 2019 here are seven literary agents actively building their client lists. Most book agent directories print and online are outdated, incomplete, and riddled with mistakes. Submissions transatlantic agency represents adult and childrens authors of all genres, including illustrators. Clients illustrators book gallery about rlm submissions contact. The agency is famous for encouraging new writers and has an. Always check the agency website and agent bio before submitting.
Skylark literary childrens literary agents about us. Skylark literary submission guidelines for childrens. 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. Her taste spans across broad ranges of genres, from contemporary, historical, literary, to adventure and fantasy. 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 consider all types of fiction and nonfiction as well as childrens books.
Writing childrens books is the dream of many aspiring authors. 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. We focus on connectionsbetween writer and editor, story and readeras well as on helping our clients build their careers and grow as artists. 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.
A literary agents advice to childrens and ya authors. All work with reputable literary agencies with solid track records. Annie bach has been drawing since she was a little girl and still loves to create the same playful, whimsical creatures she. Joanna devereux has been working in childrens publishing for 25 years as a commissioning editor and a uk childrens book agent. Looking for anything from chapter book to young adult. Our team nancy miles, mandy suhr and victoria birkett are experienced childrens publishing professionals with proven and indepth. Since that time, the agency has represented authors and illustrators recognized by almost every prestigious award in childrens.
Raven quill literary agency was founded in 2020 by jacqui lipton, to represent creators of books for children and young adults. Melissa joined ala in the spring of 2018 as an intern, which allowed her to learn the nuances of childrens. Skylark literary agency a boutique childrens literary agency run by two industry experts. She loves all ages of childrens literature, but her passion is in young adult and middle grade novels. Kristin nelson president and founding literary agent.
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