Non Pratt (commissioning editor & author), Helen Boyle (agent), Gemma Cooper (agent) Get Published!
Tue 31 Jan
|Virtual discussion
Explore the publishing process with leading children’s literary agents and a top commissioning editor. How to get started with writing; find an agent; submit a text & get a book to the shelves. Panellists will discuss the type of manuscripts that catch their eye, plus Q&A about the industry AGE 16+
Time & Location
31 Jan 2023, 19:30 – 20:30
Virtual discussion
About the Artists & Speakers
Explore the publishing process with two leading children’s literary agents and a top commissioning editor. This interactive session will cover topics such as: getting started with writing; finding an agent; submitting a text; and getting a book to the shelves. Panellists will also discuss the type of manuscripts that catch their eye, plus a Q&A about the industry.
Non Pratt has worked in children’s publishing as an editor of non-fiction, fiction and as an author of several critically acclaimed author of several YA titles. Now a Commissioning Editor at Walker Books, Non works on a range of award-winning, best-selling fiction for ages 5-7 all the way up to YA.
Helen Boyle has worked in children’s publishing for over twenty years. After stints in marketing, editorial and literary scouting, she found her true home as a literary and illustration agent with Pickled Ink. She represents a small clutch of authors and illustrators from around the world.
Gemma…