Children's book agents accepting submissions 2016

This list will be updated regularly with new agents added to the top. Legitimate literary agencies do not charge writers any kind of fee. Submissions darley anderson literary, tv and film agency. Our particular areas of interest are fiction and all types of childrens books. We do not collect submissions for which insufficient postage has been paid. 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. Cooke mcdermid literary agency 320 front street west, suite 1105 toronto, ontario, m5v 3b6 6477884010 established. Always check the agency website and agent bio before submitting. Just us books is currently accepting queries for chapter books and middle reader titles only. Specialising in children s book publishing, we are currently accepting submissions from authors with or without a literary agent.

Picture book literary agents open to submissions writer. We highly recommend you read our full guide to finding a literary agent and make sure you do your research before writing a query letter or contacting any literary agents. Before submitting manuscripts to literary agents, check the submission. Elana roth parker is a literary agent with laura dail literary agency, inc ldla. If youre looking for an agent, shed be delighted to hear from you. Jan 03, 2017 the childrens agent is stephanie thwaites and you can read my interview with her here. Our agents work with literary and commercial fiction, womens fiction, science fictionfantasy, narrative nonfiction, history, memoirs, biographies, psychology, science, parenting, cookbooks, howto, selfhelp, business, finance, young adult and juvenile fiction. Writers house represents writers of fiction and nonfiction, for both adult and juvenile books as well as illustrators. Childrens uk book publishers accepting submissions. We accept unsolicited submissions by post and email please follow the guidelines carefully.

He is also accepting submissions in all subgenres of young adu. These agents are seeking childrens literature, including picture books, middle grade, and young adult in all genres. Mar 23, 2020 publishes childrens realistic fiction picture books with less than 1,000 words only. We are a top uk based literary agency representing a broad range of childrens and young peoples books and illustrators. Jul 19, 2019 learn the correct word count for novels and children s books here. The best childrens book agents 2020 as recommended by. All the agents listed below personally confirmed to me as of august 2016 that they are actively seeking children s picture book submissions now. Thats why were accepting unsolicited and unagented submissions. Picture book literary agents 20202021 accepting submissions. Each agent s individual profile page also has details on how to submit to that agent and when to expect a.

February 9, 2021 6 new agents seeking childrens books, adult sff. We consider everything that comes in and aim to reply to all submissions within a week. Since many childrens publishers only accept from agents, this list should save you hundreds of hours combing through the submission guidelines of. Olympia publishers consider submissions from a wide range of genres, both fiction and nonfiction. Our agents work with literary and commercial fiction, womens fiction, science fictionfantasy, narrative nonfiction, history, memoirs, biographies, psychology, science, parenting, cookbooks, howto, selfhelp, business, finance, young adult and juvenile fictionnonfiction and picture books. H ere are seven literary agents actively building their client lists. Find literary agents looking for childrens books, middle grade and. Since that time, the agency has represented authors and illustrators recognized by almost every prestigious award in childrens book publishing, including the newbery. Literary agents association of authors representatives. New released childrens books austin macauley publishers.

Introducing the agents and editors for the 2019 picture book party. We also cannot accept submissions delivered by hand or submissions on discs, memory sticks or other electronic devices please note that we can only consider submissions with material attached. Jan 09, 2020 every year i try to update this post one of the most popular posts on my blog. Alice works with new and established writers and illustrators at every stage of their career, helping them navigate the publishing process and protecting their interests. We are always open to accepting new authors and illustrators, but we are extremely selective. Some of these agents are open to textonly submissions.

Picture books these are usually under 650 words junior fiction middle grade these are usually 10,000 55,000 words illustrations if you are read more submissions. We do not currently accept picture book submissions but are aiming to do so in the future. The 30 childrens book publishers below all have one important thing in common. Accepts unsolicited submissions only at certain times of the year by email. Fiction, general nonfiction and children s home 10%, overseas 20%. The agency specialises in nurturing and developing childrens authors at every step of their careers, from spotting new talent to guiding and supporting some of our brightest. We consider all types of fiction and nonfiction as well as children s books. Typically, agents only accept a few new clients each year. Send us an email with your idea and well let you know if its a fit. Darley anderson childrens book agency a spin off from the main darley anderson agency dedicated purely to childrens authors, it has nine of them on its books and accepts submissions by email or post. How to submit your manuscript to the big 5 us publishers.

We are always interested in receiving submissions from talented writers and illustrators. 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. By using this website, you agree in advance to accept any such changes. Steven chudney founded the chudney agency in 2002, where he specializes in childrens books. Laura rennert, executive literary agent at the andrea brown literary agency, inc. Senior agent for childrens and fiction illustration, nicky works with clients in the uk, europe, australia and asia. The madeleine milburn literary agency is renowned for talent spotting new writers, negotiating. We thrive on discovering new authors and illustrators, and collaborating with them to create brilliant and innovative children s books.

Unfortunately, he cannot accept files that are over 10mb. Please note that warren publishing accepts less than 20% of all submissions, however, we do respond to 100% of all submissions. Choose the childrens book agent youd like to submit to. Our children s department is famous for encouraging new writers. Feb 12, 2019 imprints that accept unsolicited manuscripts. Uncover 89 childrens book literary agents currently accepting submissions so you can get the help you need publishing your book. Learn the correct word count for novels and childrens books here. Jun 26, 2017 ive written and illustrated a picture book, ages 25, about a magpie bird. Send covering letter, synopsis and the first three chapters.

Aug 09, 2016 this list is for children s picture books. I am passionate about childrens and young adult books. Top childrens book agents accepting submissions in 2021. Literary agents for childrens books 20202021 children. Literary agents for childrens books 20202021 childrens. For nonfiction, please see individual agent profiles accessible via the menu above. We do not accept any hard copy submissions or submissions bound into selfpublished books. Use the search box to find an agent by name, agency, authors represented or all the agents who represent, for example, mystery. In this post, ive collected recently shared agent spotlights with literary agents who are accepting picture book or pb submissions. Top 10 childrens book publishers who are accepting. We receive a large number of submissions each day and its important that you follow our submission guidelines. Submissions we welcome submissions from authors and illustrators, whether debut or midcareer.

The following agents are currently accepting submissions. Whilst we do consider submissions from international authors, given that we are based in the united kingdom, we feel that usbased authors will generally be better served by a usbased agent. Always check the agency website and agent bio befor. If youd like to be considered for publication by wacky bee, we prefer that you first use one of the manuscript appraisal services offered by the writers advice centre. Carolyn swayze, barry jones, kris rothstein not accepting unsolicited submissions as of may 2016. List of literary agents 20202021 book agents looking. The definitive list of middle grade literary agents 2020 wmg.

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. Part of our mission at storybook genius publishing is to publish writers whose voices havent been heard before. But here in australia it seems all publishers are either not accepting childrens picture books or are only accepting submissions via agents. Michelle hauck is taking submissions for middle grade, young adult, and some limited. Your covering letter should focus on telling us what your book is about, and include a short biography about yourself and any previous writing experience. We also cannot accept submissions delivered by hand or submissions on discs, memory sticks or other electronic devices. Please note that as the acp does not publish books or represents authors, we are unable to refer any prospective writers to literary agents.

It was got a very favourable report from a ms assessment service. Wacky bee is linked to the writers advice centre for childrens books. Operation linebacker ii was a us seventh air force and u. Darley anderson childrens book agency london and uk. Here are twelve uk literary agents actively seeking clients. Oct 03, 2019 h ere are seven literary agents actively building their client lists. To submit a picture book, please attach a pdf of your dummy. Holiday house publishes both fiction and nonfiction childrens books. Please go to our submissions page to upload your materials. We are currently not accepting submissions for childrens fiction including ya. List of literary agents for childrens books in uk lou.

Top 20 childrens book agents in 2021 write better books. We do not mind if you submit your manuscript to other agents or publishers, but please tell us before you accept another offer you never know, we might have just. Sunway reserves the right, at any time without prior notice to you, to change the format and content of the website at any time. Please note that we can only consider submissions with material attached. Your manuscript needs to be within 15,000 words and you need to send in a detailed outline with a copy of the manuscript. Finding a literary agent for childrens books is easy using. Sunway may terminate, change, suspend or discontinue any aspect of the sunway site, including the availability of any features of the site at any. Fraser ross associates, 62 wellington place, edinburgh eh6 7eq. All work with reputable literary agencies with solid track records. She specializes in all categories of childrens books. Please read through our guidelines carefully before sending your. Find picture book literary agents open to submissions in this post. Watson little a long established literary agency which. If you would like to submit your story idea or illustrations to maverick, then please click the correct button below and it will take you to a page with our guidelines.

She loves books in all genres and categories, but her heart will always be with children s books from witty picture books to emotional young adult stories. Sheldon fogelman agency specializing in childrens book. Read the agency s site for specific submission details and what each agent accepts not every agent at an agency accepts picture book art andor manuscripts. 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 darley anderson childrens agency cannot be held responsible for any loss, damage, destruction or delay in return of any hard copy submissions, whatever the cause of. Here are 34 of the best childrens book agents in the biz, representing everything from board books to ya. Top children s book agents accepting submissions in 2021 behind every great children s book is a brilliant, creative author but behind them, propping up the entire operation, is a savvy, wellconnected agent. Natalie grazian is currently accepting queries for commercial, upmarket. Our team of agents and authors is dedicated to supporting each other and the writing community in the new decade and beyond.

Oct 04, 2016 adriana dominguez has 20 years of experience in publishing. The platform is currently accepting unsolicited manuscripts for interactive childrens books, childrens illustration books and board books. If you need a literary agent, you can also check out our list of childrens book literary agents. We welcome submissions from authors and illustrators, whether debut or midcareer. Ill be adding more agents here as im able, so its a good place to check back. She is a sucker for a story that stays with you, one that lingers in your heart and mind long after reading. Named after hans christian andersen, the author of countless magical fairy tales. If you are a published writer or illustrator and would like to recommend your agent, please contact me. P aige terlip is an assistant for executive agent laura rennert. Please send a query letter pitching us your manuscript, 12 page synopsis of your manuscript, 35 sample pages of your manuscript, a brief author bio that includes any previously published work, selfaddressed stamped envelope. Ive already done lists on picture book agents, thriller agents, fantasy agents, horror. Raven quill literary agency was founded in 2020 by jacqui lipton, to represent creators of books for children and young adults, and occasionally for older readers.

If youd like to submit to us, please follow these guidelines. Having worked across all formats in both massmarket and trade publishing, nicky has a strong knowledge of what it takes to get a book from the initial stages, through acquisition and delivery, and finally to publication. Since many childrens publishers only accept from agents, this list should save. She specializes in all things childrens publishing and aims to represent projects in the categories of juvenile fiction, childrens books, picture books middle grade, and young adult fiction. Raven quill literary agency representing childrens authors. Literary agents association of canadian publishers.

Please take a look around the site, and see the submissions guidelines. Our free database includes literary agents for picture book authors of all types. However we are also open to unsolicited submissions. We always welcome new clients at eve white literary agency and are looking for a variety of books. Does not handle genre fiction, poetry, childrens literature, picture books, film scripts, or television scripts. Submissions contact watson, little are a longestablished literary agency which handles a wide range of fiction and nonfiction for adults, young adults and children. The best childrens book agents 2020 as recommended by their. Caroline sheldon literary agency 2016 all rights reserved. Please see the listings below for contact information for several literary agents agencies in canada. Picture book literary agents open to submissions writers digest. A specialist literary agency proudly representing writers and illustrators of picture books, young fiction, middlegrade, ya and nonfiction. Here are seven literary agents actively building their client lists. We accept all book submissions but please note that we are currently not taking on poetry, short stories, screenplays, radio plays or theatre scripts. Childrens uk book publishers accepting submissions wacky.

Submission guidelines madeleine milburn literary agency. We can only accept submissions via email, so please do not send postal submissions. Picture books these are usually under 650 words junior fiction middle grade these are usually 10,000 55,000 words illustrations if you are read more. Some gave personal notes about their tastes while some did not.

Literary agents for childrens books 20202021 use our free list of literary agents to find childrens literary agents accepting submissions for fiction and nonfiction. But most uk publishers do not accept unsolicited manuscripts so you will need to submit your work through an agent. The agency represents awardwinning and bestselling authors of adult and childrens fiction and nonfiction who consistently feature on the sunday times, new york times and international bestseller lists. Queries must be addressed to a specific agent, so please read the page for each individual agent to help determine who is best suited to your book. Picture book literary agents open to submissions writers. 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.

Prior to becoming an agent, she was executive editor at harpercollins childrens books, where she managed the childrens division of the rayo imprint. Heres our list of 89 literary agents that currently accept submissions for childrens books. We are interested in books for children of all ages, from baby up to young adult. Ue forum 43 by uniwersytet ekonomiczny w katowicach issuu. Transatlantic agency represents adult and childrens authors of all genres, including illustrators.