Most of the time, authors have difficult times reaching literary agents, or even finding one thats presently accepting queries. Genres like science fiction and fantasy are two of the. There are many authors in different genres to date, and still counting. While caroline primarily represents childrens books. Having earned the literary agent of the year award in 2012, caroline is a talented agent who fantasy writers should consider when on the search for representation. A literary agent is the writers support, cheerleader, critic and friend in times of need. I am yet another epic fantasy novelist throwing their hat in the ring. The below list of 19 new literary agents aims to facilitate a conversation between agents and potential clients. That means it got even harder to get an agent to guide you in publishing your books. In celebration of my three new books released this september what an awesome autumn. Greenburger discusses query letters, agents, publishing, epic fantasy, and how to break into the business with several of. Saladin ahmed sonya bateman elizabeth bear jacey bedford steve bein robert jackson bennett daniel m. Below find a list for agents seeking adult fantasy novels now. Because i believe my work to be in the top ten percent in the epic fantasy field.
I was rejected by thirty six agents mostly, i think, due to the fact that i havent sold any books and am unknown. 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. So, thats our list of 21 top us literary agents accepting submissions. On the lookout esp for heartwarming, literary mg novels, particularly contemporary realistic, fantasy, and magical realism. Unfortunately, im afraid i must pass on this project, as i didnt connect with the. The correct query letter is crucial to getting your book noticed. Before you approach any agent, you should be aware of how to write a good query letter. Once you have managed to contact the agent, be confident in your material and yourself. Jabberwocky is excited to a doublefeature of congratulations with two award finalists. To tell the truth im a little dissapointed with the agents out there. He started assisting scott meredith and learnt how to negotiate the best deals for his clients, find their voices and guide them in the way that benefits their book and the process.
Silvia morenogarcias gods of jade and shadow is a finalist for the 2019 nebula award in the novel catagory. Ive already done lists on picture book agents, thriller agents, and womens fiction agents. The worlds leading literary agency for fantasy and science fiction. Caroline sheldon is a literary agent and the founder of caroline sheldon literary agency, which is based out of london, uk. Gods of jade and shadow 2019 nebula award finalist. Filled with all the advice youll ever need to find an agent, this resource makes a great partner book to the agent database, guide to literary agents. Here are six science fiction and fantasy publishers that dont require an agent. Get a literary agent shares advice from more than 110 literary agents who share advice on querying, craft, the submission process, researching agents, and much more.
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