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Alex Lu joined Random House Graphic as an Editor in 2023. Previously, he was a Contributing Editor at First Second, working on Eisner-winning titles including Dragon Hoops, Bea Wolf, and Family Style: Memories of an American from Vietnam. At RHG, his focus is on launching new commercial series such as Harper Sharp: Kid Detective (Fall 2025), growing successful brands such as Max Meow, and acquiring books that further our mission to put a graphic novel on every bookshelf.

About RH Graphic:

Random House Graphic is a dedicated graphic novel imprint producing comics for emerging readers through young adults.

Recent Books:

• BEA WOLF by Zach Weinersmith and Boulet
• FAMILY STYLE by Thien Pham
• ASH'S CABIN by Jen Wang

Andrew Arnold is the publisher of HarperAlley, the graphic novel imprint at HarperCollins. Since launching in 2020, he's had the good fortune of working with some of the finest creators working in comics today, including Mac Barnett, Johnnie Christmas, Shawn Harris, Hope Larson, Molly Knox Ostertag, Tim Probert, and Susie Yi, to name a few. He’s always on the lookout for genre-bending projects, memoir, nonfiction with flare, and comics that explore classic themes in fresh and unexpected ways.

About Harper Alley:

HarperAlley is a curated graphic novel imprint that brings readers the best and boldest work in comics today. Our creators are at the heart of everything we do, and we collaborate with them to inspire, challenge, and push the form in unexpected directions. Our mission is simple: to publish exceptional graphic novels for all readers, everywhere. Everyone has a story. Find yours at HarperAlley.

Recent Books:

• VERY BAD AT MATH by Hope Larson
• GAMERVILLE by Johnnie Christmas
• LIGHTFALL: THE DARK TIMES by Tim Probert

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Angelica Busanet is an Assistant Editor at Abrams Books. With a passion for graphic novels, she has worked with award-winning graphic novel writers and illustrators. She continues to expand her list with a focus on graphic novels across ages and genres. When she doesn’t have her nose in a comic, Angie can be found creating zines and mini comics, starting up another Spotify playlist, or watching wrestling.

About Abrams:

Make some noise for Abrams Fanfare, the home to the biggest, brightest, and best comics for kids of all ages, from early readers to middle grade and young adult. The list—inspired by a love of comics, and inspiring the next generation of comics readers—features award-winning and critically acclaimed creators, popular series, compelling nonfiction, and original stories from fan-favorite brands.

Recent Books:

• CHILDREN OF THE NIGHT (WHEN MONSTERS WAKE BOOK 1) by Victoria Setian; Illustrator Savanna Ganucheau
• RED THREADS: A GRAPHIC NOVEL by Ila Nguyen-Hayama
• RON MAN: SUPER SMASH! (A MIGHTY MARVEL TEAM-UP) by Dean Hale; Illustrator Douglas Holgate

Britt Siess Creative Management represents primarily graphic novels and illustrated works, including picture books. Britt Siess, President and founder of BSCM, has a passion for comics and sequential art, as well as a keen editorial eye that she brings to every project. She works closely with all of her clients from project development to publication.

About BSCM:

Founded in 2020, Britt Siess Creative Management LLC is a Seattle based full service literary and illustration agency with an emphasis on graphic novels. We are editorially focused and hands on as we work closely with our clients to develop their projects and guide them through publication and beyond. We aim to find the perfect home for each project.

Recent Books:

• Suitor Armor by Purpah
• The Firelight Apprentice by Bree Paulsen
• Lion Dancers by Cai Tse

Chris joined Union Square Kids in 2021. He has written and edited comics and graphic novels for thirty years, taking time out for meals and whistling breaks. For Nickelodeon Magazine’s award-winning comics section, Chris gathered the world’s best cartoonists into one place to create original comics for kids. In addition to editing many comics anthologies for First Second, including the Eisner Award–nominated Fairy Tale Comics, Chris worked directly with SpongeBob SquarePants creator Stephen Hillenburg to launch and produce the popular comic book series starring the yellow guy. Prior to joining Union Square & Co., Chris’s career included editorial positions at Workman Publishing, Nickelodeon Magazine, and DC Comics, among others. He is looking for highly illustrated/graphic novels for all ages, with a focus on middle grade and young adult fantasy, humor, adventure, and inventive nonfiction. Chris is also acquiring and developing kids’ puzzle, humor, and novelty titles.

About Union Square Kids:

Union Square & Co.’s diverse list showcases top-tier talent and brands and gives space to unique perspectives and strong voices. It features books, decks, stationery, games, and calendars focused on fiction, narrative nonfiction, food & drink, decorating, health, wellness, and pop culture.

Recent Books:

• QUEST KIDS AND THE DRAGON PANTS OF GOLD by Mark Leiknes
• SCHNOZZER AND TATERTOES TAKE A HIKE by Rick Stromoski

Chelsea Eberly is the Director of the Greenhouse Literary Agency, representing award-winning and New York Times bestselling graphic novel creators and illustrators. As a former Senior Editor at Penguin Random House, she has an editorial eye and is an expert advocate. Her client list includes Gavin Aung Than, Victoria Grace Elliott, Gabriela Epstein, Michelle Lam, Rebecca Mock, and Ngozi Ukazu. She is on the lookout for creators with a distinct point of view, taking risks on big ideas with heart.

About Greenhouse Literary:

Greenhouse Literary Agency is a boutique, transatlantic agency with an exceptional track record for launching successful careers. We put our clients and their stories at the center of everything that we do. Our vision is to provide personal attention to each client, helping them develop their voice and craft and then being their advocate and partner throughout the publishing process and beyond. We seek talented creators who are ready to put down roots and grow their careers.

Recent Books:

• BARDA by Ngozi Ukazu
• PLEASE BE MY STAR by Victorua Grace Elliot
• CREATURE CLINIC by Gavin Aung Than

Celia is an executive editor at Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers, where she works with creators on all things illustrated. She previously worked at Scholastic, where, in addition to editing, she helped start their employee diversity committee as well as coordinated their partnership with We Need Diverse Books ™. Celia served for two years as a member of the Children’s Book Council (CBC) Diversity Committee and is a mentor for POC in Publishing.

About S&S BFYR:

S&S BFYR is the largest imprint of Simon and Schuster and aims to truly offer something for everyone. We're the home of bestselling, award-winning fiction and nonfiction spanning all ages and genres and formats. Our books are high-quality commercial, with strong child and teen appeal. We are eclectic, with a list driven strongly by our editors’ individual tastes and sensibilities, and we are elastic, with the ability to take risks and challenge ourselves when the opportunity is right.

Recent Books:

• LION DANCERS by Cai Tse
• THE GREAT PUPTECTIVE by Alina Tysoe
• THE RACC PACK by Stephanie Cooke and Whitney Gardner

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Erinn Pascal (she/her) is a Senior Editor at Andrews McMeel Publishing, where she manages the children’s publishing list and kids' licensing. Based in Los Angeles, Erinn works on a blend of licensed titles and original creator works, with a focus on vibrant, fun, and authentic stories. Passionate about uplifting marginalized voices, she actively mentors BIPOC, disabled, LGBTQ+, neurodiverse, and low-income creators. Erinn specializes in graphic novels and other projects that break the mold.

About Andrews McMeel:

Andrews McMeel Kids, a division of Andrews McMeel Publishing, has been bringing joy to young readers for decades. Known for beloved titles like Big Nate and Phoebe and Her Unicorn, the division specializes in fun, creative, and high-quality books across various genres. Our motto is "Andrews McMeel Kids have all the fun!"" We are dedicated to creating stories that inspire, entertain, and encourage children’s imaginations, with a commitment to innovation and exceptional storytelling.

Recent Books:

• WELCOME TO THE FOREST by by Katie Risor
• AFRO UNICORN: AFRONIA ACADEMY by April Showers
• OPERATION COVER-UP by Tate Godwin

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Ivan Taurisano is an Associate Editor at First Second Books, where he’s on the lookout for commercial, laugh-out-loud stories with quirky characters. He holds an MA in Children’s Literature and an MFA in Writing for Children, and worked across every corner of children’s publishing—from board books and picture books to middle grade and graphic novels. Ivan has collaborated with beloved brands and series, including How to Catch, Sesame Street, Disney, Marvel, tokidoki, and Pokémon.

About First Second:

First Second is a graphic novel publisher located in New York City. We publish graphic novels in every genre and for readers of all ages. Our graphic novels are available online, in libraries, in comic book shops, and wherever books are sold. Led by Editorial & Creative Director Mark Siegel, Editorial Director Calista Brill, and Creative Director Kirk Benshoff, each of our graphic novels is the work of an army of creators, editors, designers, and editorial staff.

Jasmine Richards is the founder of Storymix. An award-winning children’s fiction studio with a social purpose. We create stories with inclusive casts of characters. All children, regardless of background, get to be the heroes in our stories. She is actively seeking writers from underrepresented backgrounds to write with Storymix. It doesn’t matter if you are published, unpublished or self-published, she'd love to hear from you! www.storymix.co.uk.

About Storymix:

We create outstanding inclusive stories for children's publishers by working with talented writers and illustrators from diverse backgrounds.
We craft stories that put kids and teens of colour at the heart of the action. We discover voices, nurture talent and open up publishing opportunities for racially minoritized writers and illustrators.
Commercial storytelling that changes the conversation is our activism and legacy.

Recent Books:

• Future Hero by Remi Blackwood
• Magic Faces by Esi Merleh
• Lizzie and Belle Mysteries by JT Williams

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Jenniea champions stories that invite readers to learn, laugh, and feel deeply. She’s especially drawn to projects that hold space for healing generational trauma, often through the power of love, joy, and resilience. Jenniea champions stories that invite readers to learn, laugh, and feel deeply. She’s especially drawn to projects that hold space for healing generational trauma, often through the power of love, joy, and resilience. To learn more about her visit www.jennieacarter.com

About New Leaf Literary and Media:

New Leaf Literary & Media is a full service management and representation firm.

Recent Books:

• A Black Girl And Her Braids by Jaylene Clark Owens
• Monkey King And the World of Myths 2: The Battle of the Beasts by Maple Lam

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Kimmy Tejasindhu joined Ten Speed Press in 2018. She acquires and edits graphic projects that champion new perspectives and challenge the boundaries of genre and format, including comic cookbooks, adaptations, memoirs, and more.

About Ten Speed Graphic:

Ten Speed Graphic, an imprint of Ten Speed Press within the Crown Publishing Group division of Penguin Random House, is proud to publish distinctive, innovative, high-quality graphic books from a diverse array of the industry’s top creators and emerging voices. Our publishing focuses on history, biography, memoir, original fiction, print editions of popular webcomics, literary and nonfiction adaptations, and how-to.

Recent Books:

• Let's Make Bread by Ken Forkish and Sarah Becan
• Noodles, Rice, and Everything Spice by Christina De Witte and Mallika Kauppinen
• Diaries of War by Nora Krug

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Lauren Kisare is an assistant editor at Little, Brown Ink—the graphic novel imprint of Little, Brown Books for Young Readers. Lauren has assisted on a wide array of graphic novels, from Sharee Miller’s NAACP-nominated Curlfriends series to Samuel Sattin and Rye Hickman’s Eisner-nominated Buzzing (and many more!). She is actively building a list of her own, acquiring middle grade, young adult, and graphic novels.

About LB Ink:

Little, Brown Ink is the graphic novel imprint from Little, Brown Books for Young Readers. We publish fiction and nonfiction graphic novels for the youngest readers through teen and new adult with a focus on authenticity—authentic stories and authentic representation. Little, Brown Ink books are visual stories that readers will relate to, learn from, want to share, and return to again and again.

Recent Books:

• BRAINBOW by Maya Henderson (upcoming F26)
• THE LAST GIANT by Jade Zhang (upcoming W30)

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Maria Vicente is a Senior Literary Agent and Advisor at P.S. Literary Agency representing creators of innovative and beautiful books for readers of all ages. With over a decade of experience in the publishing industry, Maria connects her clients with the very best partners to bring their stories to readers across the globe. She lives in New Brunswick, Canada, reading and selling books from the Atlantic Ocean shore.

About PS Literary:

P.S. Literary Agency represents a diverse list of internationally published, award-winning, bestselling, and debut creators. Guiding books to publication with a hands-on approach, the agency's goal is to manage creators’ literary brands for their entire career.

Recent Books:

• THE RACC PACK: PRINCE AND THE PAWPER by Stephanie Cooke & Whitney Gardner
• FRANKIE AND THE BEASTLY BOG SONG by Caitlin Rose Boyle
• THE BAKER AND THE BARD by Fern Haught

As Mad Cave Studios’ Editor-in-Chief, Mike is a seasoned insider with over 30 years experience in the comic book and entertainment business. He has edited some of the most critically-acclaimed series of the last two decades, and has spearheaded several of the industry's most popular franchises including Batman, X-Men and Guardians of the Galaxy. Mike’s previous posts include serving as an Executive Editor for Marvel, Group Editor for DC Comics and the Editor-in-Chief for AfterShock Comics.

About Papercutz:

Papercutz—a division of Mad cave Studios—is a publishing company dedicated to the creation of graphic novels for the middle grade demographic. Papercutz specializes in both creator-owned content as well as popular licensed brands like Smurfs, Loud House, Asteriz and various Disney titles.

• The New Adventures Of Turning Red Vol. 2: Panda Power by Sloane Leong, Sergio Algozzino, Sara Galanti, Chris Dickey, The Disney Comics Group
• Asterix Generations by René Goscinny, Albert Uderzo
• Dogmatix And The Indomitables Vol. 1 by René Goscinny, Albert Uderzo

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Rachel Diebel is an editor at Feiwel & Friends (an imprint of Macmillan Children’s Publishing Group), acquiring middle grade, young adult, and graphic novels. Throughout her career, she has worked on multiple New York Times bestsellers, celebrity projects including books by Lili Reinhart, Cleo Wade, and Jake Gyllenhaal, and the California Book Award winner Ophelia After All. She lives in the Pacific Northwest with a cantankerous cat named Theodore.

About Feiwel and Friends:

Feiwel and Friends is a publisher of innovative children’s fiction and nonfiction literature, including hardcover, paperback series, and individual titles. The list is eclectic and combines quality and commercial appeal for readers ages 0-16. The imprint is dedicated to “book by book” publishing, bringing the work of distinctive and outstanding authors, illustrators, and ideas to the marketplace. Feiwel and Friends is defined and guided by our principle: Our books are friends for life.

Recent Books:

• SWING by Audrey Meeker
• EVIL-ISH by Kennedy Tarrell
• ARCANA: THE LOST HEIRS by Sam Prentice-Jones

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Samia Garcia-Fakih is an editor at First Second, as well as a writer and painter. She has a background in visual arts, with a BFA in Studio Art and MFA in Comics. Her goal is to use her experiences as a creator to support every author she works with, and to help others understand the graphic novel medium. She loves working on stories that are romantic, emotional, inspiring, and/or exciting and some of her all-time favorite stories include Scott Pilgrim, Fullmetal Alchemist and Fruits Basket.

About First Second:

First Second is a graphic novel publisher of graphic novels for kids and teens of all ages, and in every genre. Their graphic novels continually break new ground for the comics medium: Gene Luen Yang’s American Born Chinese was both the first graphic novel to win the American Library Association’s Michael L. Printz Award and the first graphic novel to be a National Book Award finalist.

Recent Books:

• LOVE, MISHA by Jam Aden
• SAVING SUNSHINE By Saadia Faruqi and Shazleen Kahn
• PLAIN JANE AND THE MERMAID by Vera Brosgol

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Shannon has been with the Wernick & Pratt Agency for almost seven years. Her focus is on children's literature, and she is open to all categories, in both fiction and nonfiction, from picture books through YA - including graphic novels! She likes subversive humor and strong characters with a touch of attitude, and welcomes underrepresented perspectives. Most recently, Shannon is thrilled to have brokered a 2-book YA graphic novel deal currently titled BRUJERÍA with Chronicle Books.

About Wernik and Pratt:

Wernick & Pratt Agency specializes in children’s books of all genres, from picture books through YA literature. We represent both authors and illustrators. We do not represent authors of adult books. We are dedicated to our established list of clients, and we are always looking to find new talent to nurture. We are interested in both published and unpublished creators who are committed to a long-term career in the children’s book industry and the work involved in achieving this.

Recent Books:

• DOWN THE HOLE by Scott Slater
• HOUND FROM THE POUND by Jessica Swaim

Sophie Splatt is a project editor of books for children and young adults at Allen & Unwin in Melbourne, Australia. As the Australian Publishers Association 2023–2024 Beatrice Davis Editorial Fellow she researched the editing and publishing of graphic novels in the US. Her report ‘Graphic novels: Can we grow them at home?’ is a comprehensive guide to graphic novel publishing and features recommendations on how to grow the local market in Australia.

About Allen and Unwin:

Allen & Unwin is Australia's leading independent publisher and is the 2023 Publisher of the Year. We publish around 250 new titles each year including literary and commercial fiction, general nonfiction and lifestyle titles, and books for children and young adults. Our imprints include Allen & Unwin, Albert Street Books, Crows Nest, JOAN, Murdoch Books and Pier 9. While we are Australian owned and operated, we have offices in Sydney, Melbourne, Auckland and London.

Recent Books:

• When the World Was Soft: Yindjibarndi Creation Stories by Juluwarlu Group Aboriginal Corporation, illustrated by Alex Mankiewicz
• Enter the Roo: Kung Fu Roo 1 by Anh Do, illustrated by Jeremy Ley