The 1% was a middle grade childrens book, the last survivor of laurens initial impulse, when starting the lkg agency, to handle childrens fiction as well as practical howto. Every publishing professional faces 7 questions and i have not edited their responses in any way. Here are 20 literary agents actively seeking writers and their writing. However, he is not the only triada us agent to accept middle grade fiction brent taylor and lauren spieller are two other agents that you can. I am not currently accepting middle grade or childrens literature queries. Samantha wekstein writers house is interested in ya fiction, as well as historical, romance, womens fiction, fantasy, and scifi. Genres like science fiction and fantasy are two of the. Publish your young adult or middle grade book tck publishing is a fullservice independent publisher, and we love publishing books for younger audiences.
Unsolicited queries emailed directly to the agents individual addresses will not be read and will be deleted. Agentquery find the agent who will find you a publisher. If you want to check on the status of a submission a polite email to the address you submitted to is the best way. Things i want in a middlegrade christian fantasy, by. 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. Ancrum jay moore jill baguchinsky meg myers morgan annemarie bonneau leslie nagel erica boyce nina nesseth caitlin rose boyle desiree nielsen liz bugg ari north c. Things i want in a middlegrade christian fantasy, by agent. The definitive list of middle grade literary agents 2020 wmg. Mg fantasy literary agents and those looking for middle grade mystery, mg paranormal, middle grade historical fiction, etc. Kate is seeking young adult and middle grade fiction.
If youre planning on selfpublishing, or on submitting to small presses, probably not. There are many authors in different genres to date, and still counting. Aug 07, 2019 longtime writers digest editor, chuck sambuchino manages these one day learning experiences. You can find all mg writer representatives now using our free literary agencies directory below. His 2010 humor book, how to survive a garden gnome attack, was optioned by sony pictures.
It does not mean your work is unpublishable, just that its not right for us. Unfortunately, he cannot accept files that are over 10mb. But her specialty, and her success, was primarily in nonfiction, so when that last middle grade project was done, we didnt really look for any more. All three agents are actively seeking new authors who write middle grade, young adult, and adult books. Our free database includes literary agents for middle grade fiction and nonfiction. Middle grade literary agents 20202021 find mg book agents. And the friction of racism, tyrannical entitled politicians, and misguided disapproval of homosexuality also have a relevance rooted in current cultures xeno and homophobia. Not just new book agents, but also established publishing agents. She represents adult literary fiction, narrative nonfiction, young adult, middle grade, and select picture book authors.
Literary agents are also becoming more creative in seeking new writers. The below list of 19 new literary agents aims to facilitate a conversation between agents and potential clients. 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. Middle grade literary agents 20202021 find mg book agents accepting new authors in the official usa directory of publishing agents. Literary agents writing for kids while raising them. Find literary agents looking for childrens books, middle grade and ya. Seeking middle grade, young adult, science fiction and fantasy as well as howto. Its important to note that you could write the most beautiful middle grade novel in history, but it wont see the light of day with a major publisher if.
Tuesdays book of the week is lizzy speare and the cursed tomb, wednesday were discussing chapter 6 of harry potter and the goblet of fire, and thursday author ally malinenko will face the 7 questions. Also from bookends literary agency, naomi is looking for dynamic, characterdriven middle grade, adult, and young adult for fantasy and science fiction. While atmospheric stories with lots of plot twists are my favourites, im eager to read literary fiction, feminist thrillers, book club, millennial, dark fantasy, paranormal horror, contemporary gothic, and magical realism. Tag archive for middle grade nelson literary agency. Hulse follows up her strong debut black river, 2015 with an even stronger novel about the fallout from an act of domestic terrorism.
After a degree in french i ran a business for several years, providing a range of. She is most interested in middle grade and young adult novels for children and in nonfiction, mysteries, and romance novels for children or adults. Ill be adding more agents here as im able, so its a good place to check back. Luigi bonomi is not currently accepting submissions. 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. She also enjoys speaking at various writing conferences. The curtis brown agency has a creative writing course that has found 15 debut novelists in two and a half years. Here are seven literary agents actively building their client lists. Read this article to learn more about new literary agents looking for new writers and discover how you can find the right one for you.
Literary agents help writers find publishers, as well as negotiate the deal and sales of the book. Liza dawson liza dawson associates, renee nyen kt literary, and laurie mclean fuse literary. I am currently looking for all genres of middle grade yes, really. Hannah is only open for marginalized writers in young adult, middle grade, and speculative adult fiction. Literary agents always in the middle middle grade book. Read this article to learn more about new literary agents looking for new writers and discover how you can find the right one for you this article is part of a 15part series called everything you need to know about finding a literary agent.
Jul 07, 2014 literary agents who specialize in textbooks if a textbook project has sufficient commercial potential, the author might be able to enlist the assistance of a literary agent. All work with reputable literary agencies with solid track records. Chelsea eberly was a senior editor at random house before she joined greenhouse literary agency. Please check out our agent profiles under the representation tab. H ere are three new agents actively seeking clients. As you begin your hunt for a literary agent, remember. Go literary aims to give voice to a broad range of perspectives and welcomes electronic submissions from both established and firsttime writers. Heres our full list of 89 literary agents that work with childrens books and are. New literary agents looking for new writers are easier to find than you might think. Stephen barr is an agent with writers house, and holy crap does he like books unexpected memoirs with itchy voices, narrative nonfiction that tackles hardtotackle issues, wry and rarely paranormal ya, laughuntilyousquirtmilkoutofyournose middle grade, sweet and wacky but still logical. Even though some jump straight to submitting it to publishers, for many writers, the next step is finding a literary agent. Middle grade readers want to read a story that captures them and brings them on a journey.
Marks authors have gotten sixfigure book deals, been on the nyt bestseller list, and published with houses such as random. Greta moran the beth vesel literary agency is looking for literary fiction and narrative nonfiction. Sure, your characters will learn something along the way, but if you approach your story with an agenda, a middle grade reader will immediately sniff that out and run the other way. The caroline sheldon literary agency is a member of the association of authors agents. On a side note, while both lauren and caitlen consider young adult and middle grade, lauren tends to look more for middle grade, while caitlen deals more with young adult fiction. Dec 08, 20 the 1% was a middle grade childrens book, the last survivor of laurens initial impulse, when starting the lkg agency, to handle childrens fiction as well as practical howto. Submission guidelines madeleine milburn literary agency.
Carrie is a member of the association of authors representatives as well as scbwi. We will always reply to all submissions, however as a. Im particularly looking for commercial and upmarket fiction with a compelling story and a confident, distinctive writing voice, whether its historical, contemporary, uplifting womens fiction, crimethriller, or speculative fiction. Shelley adina carolita blythe alyssa carlier richie tankersley cusick diane duane carrie gaffney harper glenn anna gracia kim harrison alex higgins shaun david hutchinson justina ireland joe iriart. New england publishing associates usa literary agencies. To query us, please select one of the agents at kt literary at a time. Middle grade literary agents free book agents directory. Ya and middle grade publishing book publisher and marketing. This allows more time for reading and consideration of submissions. A stonewall honor book the book s exquisite, bygone meter and vernacular sit comfortably on a contemporary shelf.
If you would like to work with either one of them, feel free. Cara sue achterberg colin mochrie susanne althoff juliana moon k. This article is part of a 15part series called everything. That means it got even harder to get an agent to guide you in publishing your books. His guide to literary agents blog is one of the largest blogs in publishing. Dont give a synopsis of the whole book just write a pitch a couple of paragraphs long, designed to make us want to read your book.
There are occasions when we make detailed editorial suggestions and comments but we only do so when we see real promise in the work. You can query when you have a completed book proposal and three sample chapters. Middlegrade archives madeleine milburn literary agency. But some agents who have been in the business for years get north of 10,000 queries a year, and only sign 1 or 2 clients. Also from bookends literary agency, naomi is looking for dynamic, character driven middle grade, adult, and young adult for fantasy and science fiction. Hilary is seeking middle grade and young adult fiction. Always check the agency website and agent bio before submitting. Middle grade literary agents open to submissions writers digest.
For fiction proposals, please resist the temptation to press the send button immediately after you finish your manuscript. Sara megibow, kate schafer testerman, renee nyen, literary agents kt literary, llc. Shes mainly looking for middle grade and young adult. A stonewall honor book the books exquisite, bygone meter and vernacular sit comfortably on a contemporary shelf. Introduction dishonest agents amateur, marginal, and incompetent agents telling questionable from reputable agents who are also publishers additional cautions one last, very important thing links introduction does a firsttime writer need a literary agent. In that time, feldman has represented national book award winners and bestsellers of literary fiction, historical fiction, memoir, middle grade, and young adult. These agents are seeking childrens literature, including picture books, middle.
See more ideas about writing conferences and writers conference. Publishers bypass literary agents to discover bestseller. Jul 22, 20 stephen barr is an agent with writers house, and holy crap does he like books unexpected memoirs with itchy voices, narrative nonfiction that tackles hardtotackle issues, wry and rarely paranormal ya, laughuntilyousquirtmilkoutofyournose middle grade, sweet and wacky but still logical. Danielle smith began her agent career at foreword literary agents in 20 where she represents picture books and middle grade authors and illustrators. Literary agents are gatekeepers of the publishing industry. Many new authors became disillusioned and so we decided to open a web site for unpublished new writers to.
Find literary agents looking for childrens books, middle grade and ya books. The madeleine milburn literary agency is renowned for talent spotting new writers, negotiating. The lindsay literary agency is always looking out for exciting projects by debut authors in both adult and childrens books. We are always excited to discover new authors, and we look forward to receiving your queries. An agent at andrea brown literary agency since 2003 in northern california, caryn has 15 years of experience working with authors and finding talents that stand out. Go literary is actively seeking both fiction and nonfiction works that wed compelling writing with a strong narrative and tackle big issues in engaging. Emails should include a description of your work and a brief biographical sketch. Ldla accepts email submissions only, so please follow the directions below closely. Updated 2112020 i love sharing the weekly agent alerts, because these are the agents who are the. Perhaps most importantly, this list of middle grade literary agents includes the types of books they are looking to represent so you can use it as a guide to find the right agent for you. I n 1997 the barrie james literary agency recognised, that with more and more wouldbe writers acquiring personal computers there was a greater increase in the number of applications being received.
Mar 03, 2015 as the manager of the kidz book buzz blog tour she was privileged to work with bestselling and awardwinning authors such as jeanne duprau, ingrid law, and shannon hale. Hoyt caldwell the oat mamas erica cameron jay onrait jennifer carlson nathan page. I went to a recent event in colorado but many are scheduled throughout the united states and occasionally canada through 2020. Study backcover copy and amazon copy to learn how to do this. Middle grade literary agents find all middle grade book agents on our list of literary agents using the official directory of literary agents.
Looking for a literary agent who represents middle grade books. Choosing to work only with authors of young adult, childrens fiction, middle grade fiction and picture books for children, caryn is interested in great storytelling. I am also open to a variety of chapter book topics, but i do prefer those projects have strong series potential. Sally apokedak is an associate agent with the leslie h. Literary agents who specialize in textbooks if a textbook project has sufficient commercial potential, the author might be able to enlist the assistance of a literary agent. We are always open to accepting new authors and illustrators, but we are extremely selective. Most author representatives representing young adult writers accept submissions without referrals. Things i want in a middlegrade christian fantasy, by agent sally apokedak. Mark malatesta is a former literary agent turned author coach. Her agency, leigh feldman literary, is the culmination of experiences and lessons learned from her 20plus years at darhansoff, verrill, feldman literary agency and writers house.
Thank you for considering the booker albert literary agency. We represent more than 50 authors who write romance, womens fiction, science fictionfantasy, thrillers, young adult and middle grade fiction as well as select nonfiction titles. Find middle grade literary agents open to submissions in this post. Literary agents for childrens books 20202021 children. New literary agents looking for new writers book agents. Tips, techniques and encouragement for the writing life. Submit your idea sarah mckenzie literary management.
A fellow cba childrens author and i heard that, because there are already so many good mainstream childrens novels, theres not much need for cba childrens novels. Why literary agent joanna volpe loves middle grade this week in ninjaing. Literary agents are important decision makers in the publishing process for authors who wish to be published by many of the big publishers. The definitive list of middle grade literary agents 2020. Middle grade book agents 20202021 childrens literary agents there are 600 book agents in the united states who represent mg writers. Another don congdon agent that accepts middle grade fiction is maura kye casella. However, he is not the only triada us agent to accept middle grade fiction brent taylor and lauren spieller are two other agents that you can contact as well, in case you want to discuss such a project. If we pass, you can feel free to submit to another. Middle grade literary agents 20202021 find literary agents for childrens books on our list of literary agents, featuring mg literary agents looking for new writers. And its free not because theres a catch, but simply because not enough things in this world are free. Usa database of literary agencies and literary agents go.
These agents are seeking childrens literature, including picture books, middle grade, and young adult in all genres. Please do not send submissions to lbas info email address, as they will not be considered by our agents. Mar 08, 2019 home book agencies usa database of literary agencies and literary agents go literary go literary aims to give voice to a broad range of perspectives across the literary spectrum. Most of the time, authors have difficult times reaching literary agents, or even finding one thats presently accepting queries. Picture books, middle grade and ya fiction notes writing teacher and author darcy pattison discusses writing novels and picture books. Rework and revise your manuscript seeking and responding to feedback thoroughly before submitting the work to an agent or a publisher. Writing middle grade fiction madeleine milburn literary agency. Diana finch literary agency query manager powered by submittable accept and curate digital content as of january 2, 2018, we are open to both fiction and nonfiction submissions. And if so, please tell me how great mainstream novels and great cba novels for adults have peacefully coexisted for years. Clearly it was impossible to represent all of the manuscripts that were being submitted. Middle grade literary agents open to submissions writer.
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