Sold scott reintgens untitled book three in the talespinners series, featuring the adventures of indira story as she goes undercover at antagonist academy at the request of a secret faction known as the antiheroes, to emily easton at crown childrens, by kristin nelson. Many adult fiction authors are selfpublishing, but should childrens book authors do the same. The children s book academy is so happy to have helped writers and illustrators bring wonderful children s books into the world and look forward to helping others make many more in the future. The book lists literary agents around the country, their addresses and phone numbers, and the types of books that they specialize in handling.
Oct 17, 2016 top childrens literary agents 20162017. Sheldon fogelman agency specializing in childrens book. Ill be adding more agents here as im able, so its a good place to check back. The literary agents list includes agents and literary agencies that represent poets, fiction writers, and creative nonfiction writers, plus details about the kind of books theyre interested in. Founded in 1983, the rees literary agency is renowned for its work with leading authors. Jul 10, 2019 mark malatesta is a former literary agent turned author coach. Writers house llc 21 west 26th street new york, ny 10010. Thankfully, she is now a lover of other genres, including romance, nonfiction, and all young adult novels.
If youre looking for an agent, shed be delighted to hear from you. Picture books, middle grade and ya monday, october 17, 2016 sell your manuscript permalink each year or so, i do a post about the top literary agents and compare how many titles were sold. Mark now helps authors of all genres fiction, nonfiction, and childrens books get top literary agents. Emla was founded in 1999 and has established a strong reputation in the childrens publishing industry. Agents 2019 2020 find literary agents for childrens books on our list of. Aug 11, 2017 do you have an old childrens book you love.
Prior to opening her own firm, andrea was an editor at alfred a. Well, theres a good chance that it might be racist, says kids author grace lin. Saritza hernandez, vp and senior agent saritza is the vp and senior literary agent at corvisiero literary agency and is known as the first literary agent to represent authors in the digital. Andrea brown is the president of the andrea brown literary agency, inc. Dec 05, 2017 in most cases, the same agent can represent you for all the fiction you write. Heres what you need to know about literary film agents assuming youve gotten your audio rights covered. How do i submit my manuscript to houghton mifflin harcourt. Aug 09, 2016 so with that in mind, im creating some new vertical lists of agents seeking queries right now, as of summer 2016. Help you refine the story will every child end your book with a smile. Founded in new york city in 1981, it was the first literary agency to represent both childrens book authors and. She has a masters degree in education and teaches 8th grade language arts. Literary agents kate mckean and kevan lyon weigh in.
A specialist literary agency proudly representing writers and illustrators of picture books. Established in 1992, candlewick press is an independent publisher of childrens books. Emily mitchell lives in massachusetts because of anastasia krupnik. Make sure you read the agency website before submitting. A second agent is typically needed only when the genres are far more different e. Mark malatesta is a former literary agent turned author coach. The agency is famous for encouraging new writers and has an international reputation for talent spotting and doing great deals. She became a fulltime agent, bringing in many authors and illustrators to the agency. Submissions are considered via literary agents only. Please send art submissions to art department childrens trade books 222 berkeley street boston, ma 02116. Only accepting manuscripts submitted by agents and or published. She is pursuing an ma in childrens literature and an mfa in writing for.
Darley anderson childrens book agency london and uk. Sold scott reintgens untitled book three in the talespinners series, featuring the adventures of indira story as she goes undercover at antagonist academy at the request of a secret faction known as the antiheroes, to emily easton at crown childrens. There are three good times for an agent to get your books into the hands of literary film agents. She adores children s literature no matter the category or genre, but is especially drawn to charming picture books and middle grade stories that both pull at the heartstrings and tickle the funny bone. What to do when you realize classic books from your childhood. Please go to publishers marketplace for information about recent deals and rights. Top childrens book publishing companies pen and the pad. The literary agents list includes agents and literary agencies that represent poets, fiction writers, and creative nonfiction writers, plus details about the kind of books theyre interested in representing, their clients, and the best way to contact them. Writers house has negotiated hundreds of major film, television, stage, and podcast adaptation deals for our clients work, and we are at the forefront of the entertainment industrys reliance on underlying ip. Laurie abkemeier defiore and company, josh adams adams literary, and miriam altshuler miriam altshuler literary agency. Founded in 2011 by industry veterans marcia wernick and linda pratt. Joan is a senior agent with emla, working from her home office in massachusetts.
All three agents are active members of society of childrens book writers and illustrators scbwi, speaking often at conferences around the country. Board book, popup novelty, picture books publishes. Through these personalized workshops, abla and publishing giants have had the good fortune to find new talent. He holds a bachelors degree in film and a masters degree in journalism, both from ucla, has published over sixty childrens books, and is the recipient of the eric carle mentor award, the southern california childrens literature council dorothy mckenzie award, and the christopher medal for the new york kids book. If you feel confused and want to know which publisher to approach, we have a handy list of 22 top book publishing companies in massachusetts for you 1. Roghaar has been in the book business her entire professional life. It is also a good idea to look at houghton mifflin harcourt books in your local bookstore or library to get a sense of what kinds of books we publish. Liza established liza dawson associates following a successful 20year career in book publishing, including posts as executive editor of putnam publishing and executive editor at william morrow. Barbara berson is interested in literary fiction, nonfiction and ya.
Here are seven literary agents actively building their client lists. All the agents listed below personally confirmed to me as of august 2016 that they are actively seeking childrens picture book submissions now. List of literary agents 20192020 book agents looking for. Emla was founded in 1999 and has established a strong reputation in the children s publishing industry. What to do when you realize classic books from your. Aevitas also provides highlevel strategic communications consulting and original content. The childrens book academy is so happy to have helped writers and illustrators bring wonderful childrens books into the world and look forward to helping others make many more in the. Literary agents massachusetts find all massachusetts literary agencies looking for new authors in the official literary agent directory. Unfortunately, due to covid19related limitations imposed by the state of massachusetts limiting the size of public gatherings over the next 8 weeks, we must cancel the new england scbwi spring regional conference on may, 2020 in springfield, ma. Based in boston, harmsworth represents serious nonfiction books on topics such as politics, psychology, culture, business, history and science. Founded by andrea brown, executive director and president of the andrea brown literary agency, inc. Inkwell is a fullservice literary management agency.
Founded in 2011 by industry veterans marcia wernick and linda pratt, the agency represents established and emerging authors and illustrators whose work ranges from fiction to nonfiction. With such a hugely successful and varied roster of clients, we are not only a producerstudios first stop for book material, we. Tonight, beloved childrens book author grace lin asks us to think back on the books we read as children and are still reading today. The strothman agency, llc is a highly selective literary agency operating out of new york, maine, and nashville, tn dedicated to advocating for authors of significant books through the entire publishing cycle. How to find a literary agent for your book jane friedman. Nov 24, 2014 many adult fiction authors are selfpublishing, but should childrens book authors do the same. It has seven imprints, including carolhoda books, ediciones lerner and twentyfirst century books. Starting january th 2020 for 5 weeks plus 2 bonus instant access weeks the craft and business of illustrating children s books is a highly. New england ct, ri, ma, vt, nh, me regional conference. Joan is a senior agent with emla, working from her home office in massachusetts as the.
This includes the top childrens writer representatives with the best. Young readers are always eager for new stories and new discoveries. Each is also a member of the association of authors representatives, inc. There are 30,000 childrens books published each year. List of literary agents 20192020 use our free lists of book agents in our literary agencies database for all book agents near me searches. Agents 20192020 find literary agents for childrens books on our list of. Find usa book agents looking for new writers middle grade. Colleen oefelein jennifer dechiara literary agency, new york, ny. We are dedicated to guiding our clients to the greatest possible success.
All it took was a little book called it to pull amy into the world of reading. Literary agents near me 20192020 find usa book agents. Literary agents for childrens books find all childrens book agents on our list of literary agents using the official directory of literary agents. Mark now helps authors of all genres fiction, nonfiction, and childrens books get top literary agents, publishers, and book deals through his company literary agent undercover and the bestselling author. Linda roghaar literary agency llc amherst, massachusetts. Suzy evans is seeking adult nonfiction, childrens fiction and nonfiction, memoirs, and picture books. Mostly, the agencys authors books are an extension of their life work. An exclusive workshop for serious childrens book writers founded by andrea brown, executive director and president of the andrea brown literary agency, inc.
Shes something of a literary omnivore, with wideranging interests. We work together as a closeknit team, ensuring that each client has every advantage at all stages of the publishing process. Jul 02, 2018 suzy evans is seeking adult nonfiction, childrens fiction and nonfiction, memoirs, and picture books. Mark s authors have gotten sixfigure book deals, been on the nyt bestseller. L aura rennert, executive agent with andrea brown literary agency, has been with the agency since 1998. Founded in new york city in 1981, it was the first literary agency to represent both childrens book authors and illustrators. Laura rennert, executive literary agent at the andrea brown literary agency, inc. Even if you think you might need two agents, focus on selling one book or one project first. In most cases, the same agent can represent you for all the fiction you write. Why not use your creativity to publish a childrens book that will fuel their curiosity. Alexis works in the dual capacity of codirector of foreign rights and agent of domestic works in the. Mark now helps authors of all genres fiction, nonfiction, and children s books get top literary agents, publishers, and book deals through his company literary agent undercover and the bestselling author. The childrens book council cbc is the nonprofit trade association of childrens book publishers in north america, dedicated to supporting the industry and promoting childrens books and reading. Bloomsbury children s books usa launched in 1998 by bloomsbury publishing plc, the original ukbased publisher of the harry potter books.
Alexis hurley started her career in 1998 and has been at inkwell since its inception in 2004. Every year, childrens books produce almost two billion dollars of revenue, and. Nov 11, 2017 if you feel confused and want to know which publisher to approach, we have a handy list of 22 top book publishing companies in massachusetts for you. Please go to publishers marketplace for information about recent deals and rights activity at emla, and scroll down this page for information about subsidiary rights co agents. Marks authors have gotten sixfigure book deals, been on the nyt bestseller list, and published with houses such as random house, scholastic, and thomas nelson. She represents all forms of children s and young adult literature, but is most excited by a strong lyrical voice, tight plotting with surprising twists and turns, and stories told with heart and resonance that will stand the test of time. Madelyn burt claimed an ma in medieval studies from fordham university only. All the agents listed below personally confirmed to me as of august 2016 that they are actively seeking childrens picture book. Find all childrens book author representatives using the official literary agencies directory.
When an agent has just taken on a book and is really, really excited about it. Picture book literary agents open to submissions writers digest. Liza established liza dawson associates following a successful 20year career in book publishing, including posts as executive editor of putnam publishing and executive editor at. These agents are seeking childrens literature, including.
Middle grade literary agents 20192020 find mg book agents. We focus on connectionsbetween writer and editor, story and readeras well as on helping our clients build their careers and grow as artists. V ictoria piontek is a literary associate for executive agent laura rennert. An exclusive workshop for serious children s book writers. Literary agents boston list of boston literary agencies. Literary agents massachusetts usa literary agencies and agents. Chris hammond, author of the camp cookie chris series. Knopf, and worked in the editorial departments of random house and dell. Agents may close their lists or switch agencies, and submission requirements can change. Established in 1992, candlewick press is an independent publisher of childrens.
Childrens books literary agents and agencies list 20192020. We focus on connectionsbetween writer and editor, story and readeras well as on. She has attended the bologna childrens book fair more than a dozen times. Our list of literary agents includes all kids book agents working at all publishing agencies in the usa. You can hire me, a professional childrens book editor, to ensure your book is topnotch. Recent strothman agency authors have won the pulitzer prize for history, the pulitzer pri. Literary agents for children s books 20192020 use our free list of literary agents to find children s literary agents accepting submissions for fiction and nonfiction. Writers house, a literary agency media film television. Find picture book literary agents open to submissions in this post. 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. Find us book agents in boston literary agents boston, ma. Literary agents for childrens books free book agents list. His many childrens fiction and nonfiction titles include the shortlisted picture book python and the award winning picture book sounds spooky.
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