Watson, little are a longestablished literary agency which handles a wide range of fiction and nonfiction for adults, young adults and children. She also represents literary commercial fiction, thrillers, and psychological. She specializes in all categories of children s books, from picture books to young adult. Not a children s specialist handy as i am writing adult now, but very supportive and approachable.
L aura rennert, executive agent with andrea brown literary agency, has been with the agency since 1998. Irish language publisher of childrens books, school textbooks, dictionaries, music and general readers for adults. Watson little a long established literary agency which. Best literary agents 20202021 all genres top book agents.
Please contact anna farmar before submitting manuscript. Khla an independent literary agency founded by kate hordern. She is thankful and appreciative of the efforts of those members who work hard to support one another, and to represent the best in childrens publishing, always mindful. Areas of interest include literary and contemporary fiction, serious nonfiction of all types, childrens books. However, our list will always be open to new authors, whether they are unpublished or midcareer. Founded in new york city in 1981, it was the first literary agency to represent both children s book authors and illustrators. Best literary agents for childrens books first time. Little islands publishing lists are full for the next two years, and for this reason, we. Return postage appreciated no british stamps use ircs. I am with sallyanne sweeney now, of mulcahy literary agency. Here are seven literary agents actively building their client lists. Find picture book literary agents open to submissions in this post. Submission guidelines the kate nash literary agency ltd.
Or ring the agency for details i know its daunting but they are. A literary agent in northern ireland, paul feldstein is cofounder of. Lindsay literary agency was founded in 2008 and has a special interest in childrens books, from picture books through middle grade and up to young adult we represent a wide range of awardwinning authors who have been translated across the world. Darley anderson childrens book agency london and uk. Farmar publish general nonfiction including books on medical, social and business history. The wordsmiths forge 20 elm court, belfast, bt7 1du tel.
Storm literary agency was subsequently launched in 2014. Hi, im sinead a literary agent based in the heart of manchester. Ill be adding more agents here as im able, so its a good place to check back. I have been working at the lisa richards agency in dublin since 1998, when lisa and richard cook asked me to set up the literary department. We are open to submissions from authors all over the world but, as an irish publisher. Resources irish literary agents and publishers ireland. Literary agents are important decision makers in the publishing process for authors who wish to be published by many of the big publishers. Irish publishers and literary agents creative writing ink. Since its inception, the agency s philosophy has been to represent people rather than merely the. View bios, bibliographies, and artwork from our talented clients. Literary agents are gatekeepers of the publishing industry. Always check the agency website and agent bio before submitting.
Until leaving to become a children s literary agent and set up skylark literary, amber was the editorial director at orion childrens books where she was privileged to work with some of the best authors in children s and ya fiction, including liz kessler, caroline lawrence, emily murdoch and holly black. Our mission is to provide a flexible, reliable service with an exceptional degree of client responsiveness. Our vision is to work with clients in as full a way as possible, so if our authors diversify into other markets, we are often able to represent that work too. A literary agent in northern ireland, paul feldstein is cofounder of the feldstein agency in bangor. Prior to opening her own firm, andrea was an editor at alfred a. Picture book agents the following is an alphabetical list of agents that accept picture books. Crime, thrillers, mysteries, psychological thrillers and suspense crimethrillersmysteries. The agents who represent some of the most successful irish childrens writers with contact details and childrens agents highly recommended by uk writers remember to check each agent s website for submission guidelines before you send anything out. Obrien press manuscript submission guidelines the obrien press. Inkwells aim is to bring your book a step closer to publication and they have many successes. At miles stott children s literary agency we represent authors and illustrators of childrens books for all ages. Skylark literary childrens literary agents about us. After more than 25 years in the book industry, melbournebased jacinta di mase started her own literary agency in 2004.
Submitting your book or manuscript darley anderson. 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. All work with reputable literary agencies with solid track records. The following is a list of publishers and literary agents in ireland. Learn more about our agents, marcia wernick, linda pratt, and emily mitchell. Or ring the agency for details i know its daunting but they are always happy to.
Essie white is most proud, not necessarily of the agency s work, but of the individuals that compile that agency. Wacky bee books is a fairly new small publisher that began as an offshoot of the literary consultancy service writers advice centre for childrens books. The miles stott children s literary agency was established in 2003. Bell lomax moreton this is a large agency with over 70 clients which handles adult fiction and nonfiction as well as childrens books for all ages, including picture books for which there is a dedicated picture book agent, helen mackenzie smith. Marks authors have gotten sixfigure book deals, been on the nyt bestseller list, and published with houses such as random. The madeleine milburn literary agency is renowned for talent spotting new writers, negotiating.
We do, however, receive a large number of submissions every week. For childrens picture books or other submissions under 1,000 words, please. Literary agents for childrens books 20202021 use our free list of literary agents to find childrens literary agents accepting submissions for fiction and nonfiction. Our team nancy miles, mandy suhr and victoria birkett are experienced children s publishing professionals with proven and indepth knowledge of the uk and. Khla is a small independent literary agency with a growing list of clients. Jacintas agency represents writers and illustrators across a diverse range of genres including picture books. Trace literary agency also works closely with mercier press, irelands oldest. In late 2006 alyssa headed to trident to expand the firms childrens book business.
As you begin your hunt for a literary agent, remember. The agent s who represent the most successful irish childrens writers with contact details. Childrens publishers accepting unsolicited manuscripts. If youre an irish author who has written a book, and you believe it has. Knopf, and worked in the editorial departments of random house and dell.
Heres our list of 89 literary agents that currently accept submissions for childrens books. No illustration to be used without the permission of illustrator or publisher. Alyssa eisner henkin trident media group literary agency. General fiction and nonfiction, preferably by irish authors. Finding a literary agent for childrens books is easy using our literary agency database. Sub agents in holland, germany, italy, france, spain, portugal, japan.
We offer publishers new and established talent across a range of adult fiction and nonfiction, and childrens fiction. The agency is famous for encouraging new writers and has an international reputation for talent spotting and doing great deals. This means that for the vast majority of submissions. To submit, send the first three chapters up to 50 pages full text with sample pictures, if any. Her philosophy from day one was a commitment to the creation of quality books that engage, entertain, and inspire. Uk literary agents for childrens books lou treleaven. Irish publishers and literary agents creative writing ink ireland. Commercial and literary fiction, nonfiction, biography, childrens fiction uk 15%. Please do your research to find out which agents and publishers are interested in representing childrens or young adult. We are always on the lookout for new writing talent and great stories to share with the world. Remember to check each agent s website for submission guidelines before you send anything out. Mark malatesta is a former literary agent turned author coach.
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. Picture book literary agents open to submissions writer. She also represents authors of childrens fiction for children 8 years old and over. Have worked with her on two books now and find her wonderful. Although they prefer authors to have used their services, they are also open to general submissions and are looking for picture books, early readers 47 and middle grade books, with a. We offer authors a nurturing environment and a high level of attention in all book markets. In ireland we are lucky to have the obrien press whose editors are happy to read unsolicited manuscripts. They have provided lists of irish agents and publishers, which are updated as required. Paul is a highly experienced individual in the publishing sector, especially in sales, marketing and distribution, and has worked for more than 35 years in this sector. Sheldon fogelman agency specializing in childrens book. I studied at trinity college, dublin, and have a background in publishing. While we are dedicated to our established list of clients, we are always looking to find new talent to nurture. Shes something of a literary omnivore, with wideranging interests. The feldstein agency, formed in 2007, is a diverse literary agency and publishing consultancy.
Having built my career in the london publishing industry, im here with a mission to launch the careers of exciting debut writers across the uk and ireland. Literary agents for childrens books 20202021 children. Andrea brown is the president of the andrea brown literary agency, inc. With over a dozen different ways to narrow your search you can find the right literary agent for your book, fast. Submission guidelines madeleine milburn literary 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.
Literary agent specialising in representation of authors and illustrators who produce fiction for children s books from toddler to teenage. As literary agent, clarke indicated how her role can vary significantly. His career began in new york at marboro books and then he moved to abbeville press. These agents are seeking children s literature, including picture books, middle grade, and young adult in all genres.
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