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Kathleen Rushall

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Andrea Brown Literary Agency·US

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Represents
picture bookschapter booksmiddle gradeyoung adultadult fictioncontemporary
+4 morefantasyromancesuspensenon-fiction
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Query Letter, Author Bio, Sample Pages
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Kathleen Rushall is a literary agent at Andrea Brown Literary Agency based in US. Their list focuses on genres including picture books, chapter books, and middle grade. Currently closed to submissions. Submissions via QueryManager. For current guidelines, check the agent's own submission page linked below.

Age Categories

Adult, Young Adult, Middle Grade, Children's, Picture Books

Notable Clients

Ann Liang, Gloria Chao, Lisa Maxwell, Supriya Kelkar, Aimee Lucido, Steph Littlebird, Josh Funk, Carole Lindstrom, Jess Keating, Annette Bay Pimentel

Notes

Currently closed to queries and accepting submissions by referral only. Agency has collaborative approach and may share promising queries internally.

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Kelly Sonnack

Andrea Brown Literary Agency

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RepresentsPicture books, middle grade, young adult, children's literature, graphic novels
Looking forKelly champions writers and artists in nearly every category, format, and age group within children's literature. She works with debut authors and illustrators as well as bestsellers and award-winning creators.
How to submitClick on the QueryManager link in the agent's bio, follow the prompts, and complete all required fields including a short query letter with description of your work, previous publishing credentials, short author bio, contact information, and sample work as specified for your format.
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Andrea Brown

Andrea Brown Literary Agency

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RepresentsChildren's books
Looking forQuery Letter, Author Bio, Sample Pages
How to submitClick on the QueryManager link in the agent's bio, follow the prompts, and complete all required fields including query letter, author bio, contact information, and sample work. For novels: first 10 pages. For picture books: full text manuscript. For graphic novels: 10-20 sample page spreads or first 10 pages of script. For nonfiction: proposal and 1-3 sample chapters.
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Laura Rennert

Andrea Brown Literary Agency

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RepresentsLiterary fiction, commercial fiction, thriller, horror, science fiction, fantasy, speculative fiction, historical fiction, picture books, middle grade, young adult, romance, mystery
Looking forLaura would love to find fantasy, spec fiction, alternate history, and horror with fresh, original, unexpected reimaginings. She seeks retellings that reinvent underlying traditions, gothic suspense or thrillers, romantasy that is more romantic fantasy than fantasy romance, high concept rom-coms, and sexy historical romance. She also wants thrillers and mysteries with dynamic, unexpected characters and rich psychological insights.
How to submitClick on the QueryManager link in the agent's bio, follow the prompts, and complete all required fields including a short query letter with a description of your work, previous publishing credentials, a short author bio, contact information, and for novels: first 10 pages of text.
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Caryn Wiseman

Andrea Brown Literary Agency

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RepresentsPicture books, middle grade, non-fiction
Looking forCaryn looks for authentic, kid-appealing stories and art that disrupt the prevailing narrative in some way. She seeks characters that stick with her long after she has closed the book and loves stories that bring a good, cathartic cry, a huge belly laugh, some outrage, some new knowledge, and above all, hope. Social justice has been at the heart of her list since she started agenting.
How to submitSelect one agent to query via QueryManager link on agent bio page. Submit query letter with work description, publishing credentials, author bio, contact information, and required sample materials based on format.
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Jennifer Laughran

Andrea Brown Literary Agency

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RepresentsMiddle grade fiction, young adult fiction, picture books, graphic novels
Looking forMiddle Grade and Young Adult fiction from perspectives that may often feel left out of publishing, including stories from LGBTQIA and BIPOC creators. Kids/teen Graphic Novel and Picture Book illustrators and author-illustrators whose art has wit, heart, style and flair. She prefers upbeat stories and seeks queer, weird, funny, heartfelt, beautiful, nerdy projects.
How to submitSubmit through QueryManager with a short query letter, author bio, contact information, and sample pages (first 10 pages for novels, full text for picture books, 10-20 sample spreads for graphic novels).
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Jennifer Rofé

Andrea Brown Literary Agency

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RepresentsPicture books, middle grade, chapter books, illustration
Looking forMiddle grade in all genres with children finding their space in their world, especially strong-willed underdogs or quirky, misunderstood, or overlooked children. Picture books that are funny and character-driven, beautifully written, or milestone moments with emotional endings. Commercial action-packed chapter book series for emerging readers.
How to submitQuery via QueryManager with query letter, author bio, contact information, and sample pages. For picture book texts, must submit 3 completed texts and query only on the 1st day of each month. For illustrators, include portfolio link.
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Laura Rennert

Andrea Brown Literary Agency

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RepresentsLiterary fiction, commercial fiction, thriller, horror, science fiction, fantasy, speculative fiction, historical fiction, picture books, middle grade, young adult, romance, mystery
Looking forLaura would love to find fantasy, spec fiction, alternate history, and horror with fresh, original, unexpected reimaginings. She seeks retellings that reinvent underlying traditions, gothic suspense or thrillers, romantasy that is more romantic fantasy than fantasy romance, high concept rom-coms, and sexy historical romance. She also wants thrillers and mysteries with dynamic, unexpected characters and rich psychological insights.
How to submitClick on the QueryManager link in the agent's bio, follow the prompts, and complete all required fields including a short query letter with a description of your work, previous publishing credentials, a short author bio, contact information, and for novels: first 10 pages of text.
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Elana Roth Parker

Laura Dail Literary Agency

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RepresentsPicture books, MG fiction, YA fiction, adult commercial fiction, fantasy, mystery/thriller, upmarket women's fiction
Looking forPicture Books: Author/Illustrators ONLY. MG fiction: funny, mad-cap adventures; epic fantasy; magical realism; high-concept twists; strong plots and voices. YA fiction: commercial and high-concept fiction (all genres). Plot-driven and escapist books. Humor, imagination, adventure, romance. Adult commercial fiction (accessible fantasy, mystery/thriller, upmarket women's fiction). Fun, escapist reads. Great hooks. Great writing.
How to submitUse QueryManager link provided
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Lara Perkins

Andrea Brown Literary Agency

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RepresentsThriller, horror, historical fiction, science fiction, fantasy, adult fiction, board books, picture books, early readers, chapter books, middle grade, young adult fiction, young adult non-fiction
Looking forLara is currently open to adult fiction queries only. She seeks thrillers, horror with purpose, historical fiction that feels immediate and hooky, and grounded and unexpected science fiction and fantasy. She is always excited to see unreliable narrators, twisty mysteries, eerie settings, psychological horror, and character-driven stories with sparks of magic.
How to submitSubmit through QueryManager with a short query letter, author bio, contact information, and first 10 pages of text for novels. Complete the required fields in the submission form.
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Michaela Whatnall

Dystel, Goderich & Bourret LLC

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RepresentsMiddle grade, young adult, upmarket adult fiction, grounded fantasy, adult romance, narrative non-fiction, graphic novels, picture books
Looking forMichaela is most strongly interested in finding middle grade and young adult projects of all genres, upmarket adult fiction, and grounded fantasy. They are also open to select adult romance, narrative nonfiction for both children and adults, graphic novels, and picture books. Specifically seeks sibling stories.
How to submitSubmit only via Query Manager. Include full query in body, first 25 pages for fiction or proposal with sample chapter for nonfiction. For picture books, include full text and dummy or sample art if available. Query only one agent at the agency at a time.
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Natascha Morris

The Tobias Literary Agency

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RepresentsFantasy, mystery, horror, speculative fiction, romance, picture books, middle grade, young adult, graphic novels
Looking forShe is primarily looking for bold, emotional narratives with layered characters, lyrical and atmospheric writing, voicey genre-blending tales, big stakes, speculative worlds filled with haunting quietly wondrous magic, sharply funny rom-coms and coming of age narratives, witty and heartfelt picture books, and fearless storytellers tackling big ideas. She loves working with and supporting marginalized authors and their stories.
How to submitSubmit materials via Query Manager.
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Maura Kye-Casella

Don Congdon Associates

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RepresentsNarrative non-fiction, women's fiction, thrillers, young adult, middle grade, picture books, cookbooks, literary works, suspense, horror, speculative fiction, popular science, astrology, tarot, lifestyle, humor
Looking forLiterary works, women's fiction, thrillers/suspense and especially interested in works with horror elements, speculative fiction and spooky reads for both adult and children's markets. For non-fiction: narrative works, books on popular science (especially space), astrology, tarot, cookbooks, lifestyle, and fun/interesting works in humor category
How to submitQuery via email to dca@doncongdon.com with 'Query' and agent's full name in subject heading
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