Andrea Cascardi has held senior editorial positions at Random House, Disney/Hyperion, and Egmont USA. As an editor she acquired and edited Caldecott Honor and Coretta Scott King winner Tar Beach by Faith Ringgold, the Raffi Songs to Read series, and Pura Belpre winner Before We Were Free by Julia Alvarez among many other award-winning books. As an agent she has represented many bestselling and award-winning titles including Clare Vanderpool’s Newbery winner Moon Over Manifest and Printz Honor winner Navigating Early, e.E. Charlton-Truillo’s Stonewall winner Fat Angie, New York Times Bestseller Nubs: A Mutt, A Marine, and a Miracle, and Texas Bluebonnet winner Ten Rules You Absolutely Must Not Break if You Want to Survive the School Bus.

About Transatlantic Agency:

Transatlantic Agency is a leading literary management company with a vibrant and diverse team of 20 experienced agents based in cities across North America.

Founded 25 years ago by literary agents David and Lynn Bennett, the Transatlantic is a vibrant collective of tenacious, independent professionals with diverse backgrounds and specialties, and is headed by agent and President Samantha Haywood, who joined the company and began building her prestigious client list in 2004.

Recent Books:

• MISCHIEF AND MAYHEM by Ken Lamug
• STAR OF THE PARTY by Jan Carr
• WINTER TALES by Liza Woodruff

Anjali Singh is a literary agent at Ayesha Pande Literary. In the comics space, she represents Steenz, Ivy Noelle Weir, Gillian Goerz, Priya Huq, Kate Glasheen, Joel Christian Gill, Rhea Ewing and forthcoming works by Mary Shyne, Fouad Mezher, Deena Mohamed and Aubrey Nolan.

About APL:

Ayesha Pande Literary is a boutique literary agency based in Harlem.

Recent Books:

• Shirley + Jamila's Big Fall by Gillian Goerz
• Anne of West Philly by Ivy Noel Weir
• Heart of the City by Steenz

Raised in Texas and Nigeria, Bunmi Ishola spent most of her childhood reading. After three years of working for different newspapers and magazines, and seven years teaching middle school, Bunmi decided to take a chance and find a job working with one of her biggest passions: books. She now works as an editor for Penguin Random House, primarily focusing on faith-based children’s books. She has high hopes to add a graphic novel to her list someday soon!

About RH's Christian:

The RH Christian children's group seeks to publish books that inspire young readers to find rich, spiritual purpose in their daily lives. We seek books that draw on the Bible, experiential learning, strong storytelling, and/or practical guidance to invite kids into a deeper relationship with God and thrive in their faith. While not all stories need to explicitly faith-based/heavily theological, they must be ecumenically friendly and child-affirming. We do not accept un-agented submissions.

Recent Books:

• Crowned with Glory by Dorena Williamson
• If I Were a Tiger by Caroline Coleman
• Hues of You by Lucretia Carter Berry, PhD

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

Christie Megill joined The CAT Agency in 2022 after interning with Writers House and Triada US. She comes from a background in elementary education and before pursuing education, she previously worked as an editorial assistant at an academic press in New York City, as a volunteer at the Housing Works Bookstore in SoHo, and as a bookseller. She’s overjoyed to be working with artists and children’s book authors, offering long-term support in their careers and creative journeys.

About The CAT Agency:

The CAT Agency believes in the hands-on approach in representing a diverse group of talent from all over the world. Led by Christy Ewers, along with Chad W. Beckerman, with the support of Christie Megill and Aliza R. Hoover, we continue to strive for excellence in children’s literature, representing an ever-growing client list; offering an eclectic mix of styles, voices and talent. We are proud to represent many NYT Bestselling illustrators and award-winning authors and illustrators.

Recent Books:

• DOMINIQUE'S THRIFTED TREASURES, by Margarett McBride, illustrated by Ryan Middaugh

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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

Fiona came to agenting after nearly a decade as VP at Laika Studios, creating a development slate of new projects for the Academy Award winning animation studio including the Oscar-nominated THE BOXTROLLS and CORALINE.

Previously she was a senior publisher in the UK where she published authors including Michael Bond (Paddington Bear), P.L Travers (Mary Poppins) and the Laureate Michael Morpurgo (War Horse) and was UK editor for Beverley Cleary, Lois Lowry, Bruce Coville, Gary Paulsen and Cynthia Voigt. She was nominated for “Editor of the Year” at the British Book Awards.

Fiona enjoys being on faculty as a conference guest speaker throughout the US and in Europe. She has taught publishing at Oxford Brookes University and Portland State, organized events for the Oxford Literary Festival and is herself a published author. A British citizen, Fiona now lives in Portland, Oregon.

About Transatlantic Agency:

Transatlantic Agency is a leading literary management company with a vibrant and diverse team of 20 experienced agents based in cities across North America.

Founded 25 years ago by literary agents David and Lynn Bennett, the Transatlantic is a vibrant collective of tenacious, independent professionals with diverse backgrounds and specialties, and is headed by agent and President Samantha Haywood, who joined the company and began building her prestigious client list in 2004.

Recent Books:

• GUANTANAMO VOICES by Sarah Mirk
• A WOLF CALLED WANDER by Rosanne Parry
• IF ANIMALS KISSED GOODNIGHT series by Ann Whitford Paul

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

Kathleen Ortiz founded KOMM in 2022, after working in publishing and international licensing for over a decade, including roles as Director of Translation, Subsidiary Rights Manager and Literary Agent. She has spent her career helping build and elevate creative brands.

Her focus is on books and media for adults and children, especially with a visual element. She loves media and books that bring humor and joy and inspire others in life.

About KO Media Management:

At KO Media Management, we’re passionate about growing our clients’ publishing and licensing brands. We are a full-service, boutique literary and media representation agency, and serve as your strategic partner to leverage your IP’s licensing opportunities. Whether it’s books, merchandise, translations, film/tv, digital media or other types of licensing opportunities, we’re ready to unlock new opportunities for you and your brand.

Recent Books:

• A SKY OF PAPER STARS by Susie Yi
• MEEMS & FEEFS: Ferrets from Planet Ferretonia! by Liza Cooper
• HUDA F CARES? by Huda Fahmy

Kristie Choi is a queer, Korean-American editor who, prior to publishing, sleuthed as a private investigator. Kristie has had the opportunity to work with multiple award-winning and bestselling authors as an assistant. She's been building her list as the editor of her own talented authors/illustrators, working on a range of YA, MG, picture books, and graphic novels. Kristie lives in Denver with her partner and two cats. In her spare time, she loves to rock climb, garden, and be in the outdoors.

About Atheneum:

Atheneum is known for publishing enduring literary MG, teen, picture book, and graphic novel titles. The imprint has garnered more than 40 Newbery and Caldecott Medals and Honors. It's also published a list of books that have won innumerable other awards and accolades, including Coretta Scott King medals, National Book Award medals and nominations, Printz medals and honors, PEN USA Literary Awards, NYT bestsellers, with titles that have been named to numerous state reading lists.

Recent Books:

• KING OF DEAD THINGS by Nevin Holness
• A SUFFRAGIST'S GUIDE TO THE ANTARCTIC by Yi Shun Lai
• TRICKY CHOPSTICKS by Sylvia Chen

(one-on-ones will be available)

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

(one-on-ones will be available)

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

Megan is a Senior Editor at Graphix and edits YA, MG, and early reader graphic novels. Before entering publishing, she studied English and creative writing at the University of Iowa, received her publishing certificate from New York University, and then earned her MFA in writing for children from the New School. The thing she enjoys most about her job is story development. For her, there’s nothing quite as thrilling as collaborating with creators to craft memorable, compelling books!

About Graphix:

Stories that inspire. Characters that connect. Art that comes alive.

Scholastic’s Graphix imprint is where the most popular graphic novels and most talented creators call home. Since 2005, we’ve championed the art of graphic storytelling by seeking out and empowering groundbreaking visual authors, publishing the most diverse and vibrant stories, and instilling a love of reading in children that lasts a lifetime.

There are graphic novels. And then there’s Graphix.

Recent Books:

• FOUR EYES by Rex Ogle and Dave Valeza
• MIMI AND THE CUTIE CATASTROPHE by Shauna J. Grant
• STARS IN THEIR EYES by Jessica Walton and Aśka

Serah-Marie McMahon is graphic novel editor at Annick Press. She is also the founder and editor-in-chief of WORN Fashion Journal and a freelance creative director. In 2010 she was nominated for a National Magazine Award for Best Cover of the Year.

About Annick Press:

Annick Press is a proudly independent children’s publisher based in Toronto, Canada. Annick is recognized as one of the most innovative publishers of fiction and nonfiction for children and young adults. Our books are distributed in the United States by Publisher’s Group West, represented in Canada by Ampersand Inc. and University of Toronto Press, and licensed internationally. Annick also publishes e-book and audiobook editions of select titles.

Recent Books:

• LIVING WITH VIOLA by Rosena Fung
• MANUELITO by Elisa Amado and Abraham Urias

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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

Shana Corey (she/her/hers) is an editorial director at Random House Graphic. In her 25 years at RHCB, Shana has worked with incredible creators and has edited Newbery Honors, National Book Award Finalists, and Eisner Winners, as well as many NYT Bestsellers. Shana focuses on creator development and has managed and grown hit series like Junie B. Jones and Mr, Lemoncello’s Library. Shana began RHCB’s graphic novel program in 2005 with Babymouse and is excited to help grow Random House Graphic.

About Random House Graphic:

Random House Graphic is an imprint of Random House Children’s Books and is committed to putting a graphic novel on every bookshelf, at every age level and across all interests. RHG publishes a diverse range of offerings – from award-winners like The Magic Fish and The Mothkeeper to bestselling series like Sweet Valley Twins, Hilo, and Katie the Catsitter. Newly combined with RHBFYR graphic novels, RHG is a robust list with a long history, dating back to Babymouse and other trailblazing series.

Recent Books:

• GROWING PANGS by Kathryn Ormsbee and Molly Brooks
• KATIE THE CATSITTER by Colleen AF Venable and Stephanie Yue
• HILO by Judd Winick

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