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For specifics, check out the books i represent and the more detailed info i give on the submission. Jill represents many awardwinning authors and illustrators, including new york times bestsellers, the former us childrens poet laureate, and. The story takes place in new england, where the author also resides. We meet monthly and hold workshops and critique and networking opportunities throughout the year. These agents are seeking children s literature, including picture books, middle grade, and young adult in all genres. Trident media group literary agency literary agents in. Incorrect book the list contains an incorrect book please specify the title of the book. As long as people continue to have children, picture books will never go out of style. The search for pirate treasure, the hunt and the chase, the work of the secret service, time travel, duels and intrigues, mutiny on a military tall ship, an extraordinary business venture and an ordinary computer, true friendship and betrayal. This list is organized by age range and then by the author s last name. To find the right agents for your work, search by genre or type directly into the search box below. In order to find a particular agent by name, type their name into the search field.
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