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Literary Associate at Focused Artists
Submission Guidelines
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I wholeheartedly believe that there is a book for every reader and every reader deserves a book and I’m eager to shepherd high-quality stories to eager readers. I am currently only accepting submissions via conferences or pitch events but plan to open for a small window in early 2026.

 

Adult Fiction:

  • Book Club

  • Cozy

  • Historical

  • Horror

  • Paranormal

  • Romantasy

  • Speculative

  • Supernatural

  • Western

  • Women’s Fiction​

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Preferences: 

I love grounded speculative fiction where characters must keep their abilities hidden as they strive to right wrongs and exist in a world where fear of the unknown and misunderstood is prevalent. I love witches but not a big fan of vampires or werewolves.

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​I have a soft spot for historical fiction with dual timelines where events from the past impact the present.

I am a sucker for stories with a romantic element and enjoy when budding romances develop organically throughout the story. ​

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I would love to find a cozy mystery series.

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I welcome diverse characters and would like to see more main LGBTQ+ characters in a setting where they exist without scrutiny, and their sexuality isn’t the main issue but simply a component of the story.

 

Children’s Fiction:

  • Board Books

  • Chapter Books

  • Middle Grade

  • Picture Book

  • Young Adult

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Preferences:

In Middle Grade I look for books that put kids in the driver’s seat and create lifelong readers.

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In Young Adult I like books that speak to those who feel invisible and welcome tough topics. I am not the right fit for dystopian novels where a teenage chosen one is tasked with saving the world.

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​In BB & PB I like punchy fast-paced kid-focused books with no heavy moral. As a formal children’s librarian, I look for fun read-a-louds perfect for storytime. I am not the right fit for new baby or new pet books but would love a story featuring a modern grandparent that challenges stigmas.

 

I am not a good fit for:

  • Christian Fiction

  • Nonfiction

  • Memoir

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