Rena Rossner, The Deborah Harris Literary Agency

In terms of Children’s books I represent Picture Books, Chapter Books, Middle Grade and Young Adult. In terms of Adult fiction, I look for Literary, Historical, Fantasy and SciFi, Romance and Thrillers, though I am open to all genres. Nonfiction: in all genres, but it depends on the project. I have a love for history, … Continue reading →

Anna Olswanger, Olswanger Literary

I am looking for picture books (author-illustrators only), middle grade fiction, the occasional middle grade and YA nonfiction, and adult nonfiction (no adult or YA fiction, unless you have written the most brilliant historical cozy mystery series). I rarely represent rhyming texts, and please don’t send manuscripts set in a circus. I would not like … Continue reading →

Michelle Witte, Mansion Street Literary Management

I represent books for kids, both fiction and nonfiction, from board books up through young adult. My tastes are fairly eclectic, from light and funny to dark and creepy, and especially stories that veer off the beaten path. Here’s a list of the kinds of things I’d love to find: PICTURE BOOKS: I created a … Continue reading →

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Elana Roth Parker, Red Tree Literary

I’m looking for middle-grade and young adult novels, and some picture books by author/illustrators. I’m not picky about genre—I’m mainly interested in strong plots (make me keep turning pages, please) told by voices I haven’t heard before. I want books that I can come back to over and over again. Make me think, but don’t … Continue reading →

Laura Biagi, Jean V. Naggar Literary Agency Inc.

What I’m most interested in finding are books that give me an emotional response, that make me see the world differently, and that contain complex and compelling characters, plots that surprise, and dynamic writing that takes me places I didn’t expect. Some things I’m especially interested in at the moment: Magical realism in the vein … Continue reading →

Brooks Sherman, The Bent Agency

(Cross-posted with permission from BrooksSherman.com.) I believe I’m primarily known as an agent who works on picture books and middle grade and young adult fiction. It might surprise some of you to know that I work in adult fiction and nonfiction as well, and I’m actively looking to expand my list in those categories. Now, … Continue reading →

Katherine Harrison, Knopf BFYR/Penguin Random House

I’m seeking literary, character-driven middle grade and YA, plus the occasional picture book. It’s no exaggeration to say that voice has been the deciding factor in 100% of my acquisitions. Here are a few things I’m looking for specifically: Humor (whether it’s a quirky MG romp or a sad YA contemporary that brings levity to … Continue reading →

Joni Sussman at Kar-ben Publishing

Kar-Ben seeks Jewish-themed children’s manuscripts between 850 and 1000 words. Topics may be fiction or non-fiction, having to do with Jewish holidays, Jewish history, life in Israel (non-political), folktales, bible stories and/or Jewish life cycle events. Manuscripts may be submitted to editorial@karben.com. Submission guidelines atwww.karben.com. Continue reading →

Georgia McBride for Swoon Romance, Month 9, and Tantrum

Georgia McBride, acquiring for Swoon Romance Seeking deeply romantic, emotive, and evocative YA, NA, and adult stories with rich and layered plots, featuring everyday people swept up in extraordinary and life-altering situations in which they find love. Contemporary only, please. Humor welcome. Georgia McBride, acquiring for Month9Books  and Tantrum Books Seeking deeply emotive and evocative … Continue reading →