Historical, horror, literary, middle grade, military, mystery, thriller, young adult nonfiction. Blakes debut novel is an absolute mustread realistic fiction that readers of. Samantha wekstein writers house is interested in ya fiction, as well as historical, romance, womens fiction, fantasy, and scifi. Looking for a literary agent who represents middle grade books. Middle grade fiction is defined as novels with characters aged 8 or novels intended for that audience age range.
The most common pitfalls in middle grade manuscripts nelson. Middle grade readers usually ages 8 to 12 are enthusiastic and passionate about books and the writers they love. Things i want in a middlegrade christian fantasy, by agent sally apokedak. I read in a variety of genres including realistic fiction, historical fiction, mystery, romance, science fiction, fantasy, literary fiction, and chick lit. Sara megibow, kate schafer testerman, renee nyen, literary agents kt literary, llc. As long as people continue to have children, picture books will never go out of style. Sally apokedak is an associate agent with the leslie h. For storypicture books there are two additional guidelines. H ere are three new agents actively seeking clients.
Best books summer 2018 from publishers weekly middle. The below list of 19 new literary agents aims to facilitate a conversation between agents and potential clients. Always check the agency website and agent bio before submitting. Their list include great contemporary fiction for ya, funny middle grade books, a bit of dystopia and thriller works. The most trusted guide to getting published market 27th ed. Picture books, middle grade and ya fiction notes writing teacher and author darcy pattison discusses writing novels and picture books.
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. The 2018 james beard foundation book and journalism awards have quite the turnout from inkwell. Why literary agent joanna volpe loves middle grade this week in ninjaing. And the friction of racism, tyrannical entitled politicians, and misguided disapproval of homosexuality also have a relevance rooted in current cultures xeno and homophobia. Er 111819 i wrote to her with an update that i had received a short story award and publication from a national magazine. 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. In 2018, madeleine won literary agent of the year at the british book awards. 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. Ill be adding more agents here as im able, so its a good place to check back. Ya and middle grade publishing book publisher and marketing.
For the month of february, the boxed set of all five percy jackson and the olympians books is at the top of our best selling middle grade book list from our affiliate store. Things i want in a middlegrade christian fantasy, by agent. Middle grade literary agents free book agents directory. Updated october 2018 following on from my list of childrens publishers who accept unsolicited manuscripts, i thought id post a list for people who are submitting childrens books to agents, as im considering that route for one of my novels and i thought others might find it helpful. Chuck sambuchino of writers digest books edits the guide to literary agents and the childrens writers and illustrators market.
After a trip to the pet store, they bring home a spotted lizard, the one with the ancient face and. Also listed are the 5 books we selected from the nationwide bestselling. Publish your young adult or middle grade book tck publishing is a fullservice independent publisher, and we love publishing books for younger audiences. Jan 02, 2018 2018 is when bookends, and all the agents within, are going to take those new and longstanding clients, new ambitions and new goals and achieve things weve yet to achieve. Things i want in a middlegrade christian fantasy, by. Even though some jump straight to submitting it to publishers, for many writers, the next step is finding a literary agent.
Childrens, graphic novel, lgbtq, middle grade, picture books, young adult. Literary agents are gatekeepers of the publishing industry. Greta moran the beth vesel literary agency is looking for literary fiction and narrative nonfiction. This blog focuses on books written for middle grade on up essentially 10 to a 110. She is known for the sharp insights and editing skills she brings to the development of successful projects and authors careers.
Kate is seeking young adult and middle grade fiction. Elizabeth has represented numerous critically acclaimed and bestselling authors throughout her 20year career as a literary agent. 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. A specialist literary agency proudly representing writers and illustrators of picture books, young fiction, middle grade, ya and nonfiction.
Johns university school of law to learn about the legal aspects of publishing and graduated with a juris doctor in 2015. Hulse follows up her strong debut black river, 2015 with an even stronger novel about the fallout from an act of domestic terrorism. Jan 03, 2017 updated october 2018 following on from my list of childrens publishers who accept unsolicited manuscripts, i thought id post a list for people who are submitting childrens books to agents, as im considering that route for one of my novels and i thought others might find it helpful. A tale told in ten blocks, jason reynolds, the lost girl, anne ursu, my jasper june,laurel snyde.
All work with reputable literary agencies with solid track records. And inkwell is proud to share the happy news of our james beard award winners. We asked authors, booksellers, publishers, editors, and others to share the places they go to connect with writers of the past, to the bars and cafes where todays authors give readings, and to those sites that are most inspiring for writing. Outside the office, she can be found at her mma gym, on her motorcycle, or relaxing on the shores of minnesotas lakes. The definitive list of middle grade literary agents 2020. 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. 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. Oct 04, 2017 notable childrens book from 2018 or 2017. And if so, please tell me how great mainstream novels and great cba novels for adults have peacefully coexisted for years. One afternoon, the two of them decide they must have something of their very own to love. Literary agents writing for kids while raising them. The definitive list of middle grade literary agents 2020 wmg. Anticipated 2018 literary fiction based on listed usa release dates note. In that time, feldman has represented national book award winners and bestsellers of literary fiction, historical fiction, memoir, middle grade, and young adult.
Middlegrade archives madeleine milburn literary agency. Sussy and guy are best friends, fourthgraders who share their silliest thoughts and deepest hopes. New agents are a boon to writers because they are actively building their client lists. Middle grade novels of 2018 middle grade due to release in 2018. 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. Mark malatesta is a former literary agent turned author coach. This deft, nuanced examination of identity, destiny, and agency is a surprisingly tender. 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. To protect agents from spam, email addresses are hidden except to loggedin members. These agents have been added to the querytracker database within the past 90 days. This is an emotionally sensitive and elegantly written novel about loss and the first stirrings of love. With listing information for more than 1,000 agents who represent writers and their books, guide to. With listing information for more than 1,000 agents who represent writers and their books, guide to literary agents 2018 will be your goto resource.
Jesse aarons knows all about hard work, but his new friend leslie. 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. Literary agents are important decision makers in the publishing process for authors who wish to be published by many of the big publishers. Middle grade literary agents open to submissions writer. T hese three new literary agents are seeking clients. Marks authors have gotten sixfigure book deals, been on the nyt bestseller. Elizabeth kaplan elizabeth has represented numerous critically acclaimed and bestselling authors throughout her 20year career as a literary agent. The chudney agency is a small, independent literary agency mostly devoted to the wonderful world of books for children and teens. A stonewall honor book the books exquisite, bygone meter and vernacular sit comfortably on a contemporary shelf. Cris freese may 11, 2018 we asked middlegrade and ya fiction agents from our annual agent roundup to weigh in on some of the most popular genres they representtalking trends, common weaknesses, series potential and more. First, if a storypicture book is less than thirtytwo 32 pages long, please. Danielle smith began her agent career at foreword literary agents in 20 where she represents picture books and middle grade authors and illustrators. Here are seven literary agents actively building their client lists.
List of literary agents for childrens books in uk lou. A heartfelt debut novel rooted in the importance of family ties, the bonds of friendship, and bowling. A very nice literary agent indulges in polite rants about queries, writers. Also listed are the 5 books we selected from the nationwide bestselling hardcover middle grade list, as seen on the new york times. No matter what youre writingfiction or nonfiction, books for adults or childrensecuring a literary agent will help you get the best book deal possible from a traditional publisher. Seeking middle grade, young adult, science fiction and fantasy as well as howto and coffee table nonfiction, leslie tends to champion ambitious plots with. Liza dawson liza dawson associates, renee nyen kt literary, and laurie mclean fuse literary. Middle grade literary agents find all middle grade book agents on our list of literary agents using the official directory of literary agents.
Agents answer burning questions about todays industry trends by. His guide to literary agents blog is one of the largest blogs in publishing. His 2010 humor book, how to survive a garden gnome attack, was optioned by sony pictures. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Middle grade literary agents open to submissions writers digest. She learns to rely on her inner strength and the support of her family. 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. 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. Find middle grade literary agents open to submissions in this post. 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. 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. Literary agents help writers find publishers, as well as negotiate the deal and sales of the book. Find literary agents looking for childrens books, middle grade and ya books.
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. Spoiled princess esperanza moves from her familys ranch in mexico to a migrant camp during the great depression. Tips, techniques and encouragement for the writing life. Julia eagleton janklow and nesbit ltd querytracker. 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. After interning at fineprint literary management, joseph enrolled at st. May 07, 2020 before founding perry literary, joseph began his book publishing career when he attended the new york university summer publishing institute in 2010. As you begin your hunt for a literary agent, remember. Best books summer 2018 from publishers weekly middle grade. Oct 04, 2016 these twelve agents are seeking picture books. These agents are seeking childrens literature, including picture books, middle grade, and young adult in all genres.
There is nothing stopping us and were not going to let anything or anyone, especially ourselves, get in our way. Ivy aberdeens letter to the world little, brown a stonewall honor book blake gives ivy the deepthinking soul of an artist, gently examining the trauma of losing her home, ivys excitement about her crush on june, and her fears that people will judge her if they discover her secret. Kirkus editors have sifted through all of this years books to tell you which rise to the top. The life of a middle schooler in 2018 is very different than the life of a middle schooler was in your childhood. Jun 07, 2017 h ere are three new agents actively seeking clients. She is most interested in middle grade and young adult novels for children and in nonfiction, mysteries, and romance novels for children or adults. Best middle grade books, all the greys on greene street, laura tucker, dream within a dream, patricia maclachlan,the line tender, kate allen, look both ways.
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