Call for Published Picture Book and YA Authors

Are you a published author in the picture book, middle grade or young adult space'Caroline Wakeman Literary Agency is expanding our list and currently welcoming submissions from talented voices in these areas.

At CWLA, we’re passionate about nurturing original storytelling and connecting exceptional authors with leading publishers. Our agents and authors have a shared goal to bring immersive and imaginative content to young readers. These stories are a key stepping stone toward independent reading and nurturing a passion for literature.

We are looking to hear from authors who meet the following criteria:

- Fluent in English

- Have been traditionally published by a recognised publisher (not self-published)

- Open to literary representation and new opportunities

If your work aligns with our mission and you’re ready to explore the next step in your literary journey, we’d love to hear from you.

How to submit:

We accept submissions via email at [email protected]. Please send us your author bio, including a list of your published books and publishers, along with:

- For picture book submissions: Please send us two or three ideas in your email. Include each full manuscript in an attached Word document (without artwork). If you are sending rhyming work, please also send an example of your work in prose.

- For chapter book submissions: Please submit a synopsis and the first three chapters of your manuscript in an attached Word document.

CWLA contract information:

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