Submissions
I am keen to hear from talented writers from all backgrounds, whether this is your first book or you have already been published. Submissions from groups which are currently under-represented in publishing are particularly welcome.
When I dive into my Submissions, I'm hoping to find distinctive voices, unforgettable characters, exciting ideas and stories which make me laugh or cry or think, or all three!
I am currently looking for fiction (younger, middle grade and YA) and non fiction for children and teenagers. At the moment I am not looking to take on new picture book writers.
This is what to do:
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Please type your book title and surname in the email subject line.
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In the email, tell me briefly about your book and yourself.
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Paste the following into the email (i.e. not as an attachment):
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for fiction, a brief synopsis of the whole plot, followed by the first 3000 words of your book;
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for non fiction, a short proposal and text for three sample pages.
Please send your email to:
submissions@anneclarkliteraryagency.co.uk
This is what to expect:
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You'll receive an acknowledgement when your submission arrives.
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If I am interested in seeing more, I will contact you within four weeks.
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If you haven't heard from me after four weeks, I'm afraid that means your submission is not quite right for me so I won't be taking things any further.
Please:
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don't phone or email ahead.
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do send text and not images.
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don't email the whole manuscript.
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do finish your book before submitting it!
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don't send your submission by post.
I look forward to hearing from you!