Claire draper is seeking young adult fiction, middle grade, picture books, graphic novels, or a feminist memoircollection of essays. Picture book literary agents open to submissions writer. Heres our full list of 89 literary agents that work with childrens books and are currently accepting manuscript submissions from authors like you. Typically, agents only accept a few new clients each year. Her clients books have won the newbery honor, asian pacific american award for literature honor, flora stieglitz strauss award for nonfiction, orbis pictus honor, pensteven kroll. Some of these agents are closed and are not open to unsolicited queries.
Whether the writer writes literary fiction, young adult, mg, upmarket, genre fiction or some blend of each, whether the author is seeking an agent for fiction or nonfiction, for novels or memoirs, short stories, essays, biographies. Literary agent alerts are golden opportunities for new writers because each one is a literary agent who is likely building his or her client list. She works hard to ensure each books longevity from brainstorming the perfect editor, title and jacket to overseeing successful foreign, merchandising, audio, film and theatrical partnerships. Make sure you read the agency website before submitting. 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. Here are 20 literary agents actively seeking writers and their writing. She blogs about the publishing world, posts useful tips on how to get an agent, lists agents who are looking for clients as well as publishers accepting manuscripts directly from writers, explains.
Max pixel there are dozens of children s book publishers that do not require an agent, which means children s book authors generally find it easier to break into publishing than those who write adult fiction and nonfiction. Literary agents for childrens books 20202021 childrens book. About karen grencik an agency specializing in childrens. Finding a literary agent for childrens books is easy using our literary agency database. Transatlantic agents do not handle submissions of stage plays, musicals or screenplays except those related to our clients and submissions in those fields will not be considered. 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 association of canadian publishers. As you begin your hunt for a literary agent, remember.
The coronavirus covid19 impact for authors and book. The below list of 19 new literary agents aims to facilitate a conversation between agents and potential clients. But for you convenience ive compiled this huge list for you. Please read the our agents pages on our website and determine the full circle literary agent that is the best fit for your work. Uniquely equipped to serve as agent and attorney, sheldon fogelman has worked with many of the most distinguished authors and illustrators in children s books throughout his career. For example, you can use the list to find literary agencies and publishing agents in nyc, literary agencies and book agents in california, and more. Though like authors many represent themselves, more work with agents known in this case as artists representatives, and.
Oct 04, 2016 she blogs about the publishing world, posts useful tips on how to get an agent, lists agents who are looking for clients as well as publishers accepting manuscripts directly from writers, explains. So the next time youre chatting with a childrens book author, be sure to ask him who his agent is, whether hes happy with her, and whether he can make an introduction for you. The ethan ellenberg literary agency was established in 1984 by ethan ellenberg who was a contracts manager for berkley and associate contracts manager for bantam. For childrens book illustrators the situation is definitely a little different. October 1, 2015 2 agents looking for childrens book writers. She works hard to ensure each books longevity from brainstorming the perfect editor, title and jacket to overseeing. Alyssa eisner henkin trident media group literary agency. Shes in search of literary and upmarket fiction as well as childrens literature.
You can find a full list of agents actively seeking new clients here. One of the largest literary agencies in the world, writers house. The coronavirus covid19 impact for authors and book publishing. 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, from very young picture books and novelty books, through early readers, middle. Literary agents for childrens books 20202021 children. Emla was founded in 1999 and has established a strong reputation in the childrens publishing industry. Mark malatesta is a former literary agent turned author coach. Barbara berson is interested in literary fiction, nonfiction and ya. Adrienne rosado of stonesong is seeking adult and childrens fiction, as well as select nonfiction in the areas of popscience, business, and the occasional quirky history. Agents the bent agency represents well over a century of experience in the publishing industry, and our agents have backgrounds in editorial, marketing, and subsidiary rights.
Find literary agents looking for childrens books, middle grade and ya books. A court reporter by training, karen initially launched her own literary agency in 1999 to champion writers and manuscripts she discovered on the central coast of california. Founded in 2011 by industry veterans marcia wernick and linda pratt, the. Read the agencys site for specific submission details and what.
One of my author coaching clients recently got a manuscript request from. The book agents below are the best childrens literary agents based on sales for the most popular childrens book subgenres. Agents for childrens book writers and illustrators. The ethan ellenberg literary agency, literary agent. Picture book literary agents open to submissions writers.
Max pixel there are dozens of childrens book publishers that do not require an agent. 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. Karens goals as a representative of childrens literature have never wavered, and she is committed to assisting authors of quality childrens books bring their stories to life. We are interested in both published and unpublished people who are seriously committed to a longterm career in the childrens book industry and the work involved in achieving this. Please go to publishers marketplace for information about recent deals and rights activity at emla. Transatlantic agents do not handle submissions of stage plays, musicals or. Mar 24, 2019 24 publishers accepting picture books no agent required settling in to devour a good book credit. Whether the writer writes literary fiction, young adult, mg, upmarket, genre fiction or some. Before submitting to these agents, go to the agency website and read everything on it. Literary agents are important decision makers in the publishing process for authors who wish to be published by many of the big publishers. If you have not heard from us within twelve weeks, please do get in touch. Jul 02, 2018 h ere are two agents looking for clients.
Picture book literary agents open to submissions writers digest. Please mail submissions to the attention of ethan ellenberg at 155 suffolk st. Since its inception the agency has represented several bestselling authors, career novelists, and professional writers. Sheldon fogelman agency specializing in childrens book. Picture book agents the following is an alphabetical list of agents that accept picture books. Founded in new york city in 1981, it was the first literary agency to represent both childrens book authors and illustrators. Please complete querymanager form for the agent you have selected. In most cases, the author representatives below are shown because theyve reported the most sixfigure book deals in recent years for the following childrens book subgenres. As always, be sure to do your own research before submitting to any agent.
Please note due to the volume of manuscripts we receive each week, there may be occasions where we cannot respond with our normal speed. Mark now helps authors of all genres fiction, nonfiction, and childrens books get top literary agents, publishers, and. Find all childrens book agents accepting submissions here. 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. Some represent picture books exclusively and some represent other genres.
Literary agents are selective about who they will represent, and it is usually helpful for an author to be referred by people who work in or are familiar with the publishing industry. In late 2006 alyssa headed to trident to expand the firms childrens book business. List of literary agents 20202021 use our free lists of book agents in our literary agencies database for all book agents near me searches. List of literary agents 20202021 book agents looking. Dryden, former childrens book publisher and founder of the childrens.
However, we receive thousands of submissions each year, and are. For children s book illustrators the situation is definitely a little different. Our list is diverse, which means we represent what we love, including writers of history, humor, lifestyle, inspiration, memoir, literary fiction, childrens. Alyssa is seeking emerging authors and illustrators in all genres. About karen grencik an agency specializing in childrens books. As agent his clients include jerry pinkney, diane stanley, richard peck, t. Jul 19, 2019 literary agents are gatekeepers of the publishing industry. Founded in new york city in 1981, it was the first literary agency to represent both children s book authors and illustrators. Its us and canadian agents are active members of the aar or pacla. Please note due to the volume of manuscripts we receive each week, there may be occasions where we. May 02, 2020 due to the coronavirus covid19 pandemic, ive received many questions from writers including my coaching clients about the virus impact current and future on book authors, literary agents, literary agencies including the best literary agents at the top literary agencies in our literary agents database, and others working in the publishing industry.
He was also maurice sendak s attorney for over forty years. Ill be adding more agents here as im able, so its a good place to check back. She has represented clients like new york times bestseller kiera cass, andy marino, and shannon price. Best literary agents 20202021 all genres top book agents.
How to find an agent for your childrens book manuscripts. While we are dedicated to our established list of clients, we are always looking to find new talent to nurture. New agents are a boon to writers because they are actively building their client lists. Emla was founded in 1999 and has established a strong reputation in the children s publishing industry. Literary agents are selective about who they will represent, and it is usually helpful for an author to be. The directory, created by a former ny times bestselling literary agency owner and president, has complete profiles for all christian book agents seeking new clients. Emmy nordstrom is looking for literary, upmarket, and commercial fiction, and narrative nonfiction, for adults and older young adults, and on the nonfiction side. So the next time youre chatting with a childrens book author, be sure to. Adrienne rosado of stonesong is seeking adult and childrens. Christian literary agents looking for new authors our free directory of literary agents lets you find, research, and contact all christian book agents looking for new authors. Though like authors many represent themselves, more work with agents known in this case as artist s representatives, and unpublished illustrators are able to become clients for agents though sometimes not without many mailings, portfolio dropoffs, and.
Each has years of experience and an impressive track record. Here are seven literary agents actively building their client lists. After selecting the submit button at the end of the form, a confirmation will appear to. Always check the agency website and agent bio before submitting. In addition to new and published authors, the agency also. Read the agencys site for specific submission details and what each agent accepts not every agent at an agency accepts picture book art andor manuscripts. Updated 2112020 i love sharing the weekly agent alerts, because these are the agents who are the. Writers house, a literary agency al zuckerman, a former novelist, tv writer, and teacher of playwriting at yale, is the founder of writers house. Submissions should be made for the attention of the darley anderson childrens book agency. 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.
We are interested in both published and unpublished people who are seriously committed to a longterm career in the childrens. Not all are currently accepting submissions and some only represent authorillustrators. These agents are seeking children s literature, including picture books, middle grade, and young adult in all genres. Nov 30, 2019 these agents accept queries from pb writers.
Some of these agents are closed and are not open to. Suzy evans is seeking adult nonfiction, childrens fiction and nonfiction, memoirs, and picture books. They negotiate contract details and provide representation if any part of the book is illegally reproduced. Most book agent directories print and online are outdated, incomplete, and riddled with mistakes. Heres our list of 89 literary agents that currently accept submissions for childrens books.
T hese three new literary agents are seeking clients. Literary agents are gatekeepers of the publishing industry. Find picture book literary agents open to submissions in this post. Authors who are happy with their agents are usually very willing to refer you to them. Aug 09, 2016 here are six established agents looking for clients. Submissions should be made for the attention of the darley anderson children s book agency. Here are six established agents looking for clients. Erin was born and raised in arizona, and founded emla in. Max pixel there are dozens of childrens book publishers that do not require an agent, which means childrens book authors generally find it easier to break into publishing than those who write adult fiction and nonfiction. The agency represents both authors and illustrators. Before submitting to these agents, go to the agency website and read. Mar 01, 2019 her clients books have won the newbery honor, asian pacific american award for literature honor, flora stieglitz strauss award for nonfiction, orbis pictus honor, pensteven kroll award for picture book writing, parents choice gold award, bank street college of education best children s books, sibert award honor, ezra jack keats book award.