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Kirsten Hall
Catbird Agency
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About
Kirsten Hall is a literary agent and the founder of the Catbird Agency, based in New York. She specializes in children's picture books and has a background as a published children's book author herself. She is known in the industry for her deep expertise in the picture book market and her relationships with major publishers.
Currently Looking For
Hall focuses almost exclusively on children's picture books, including both fiction and nonfiction picture books. She is interested in fresh, original concepts with strong visual storytelling potential, and has noted interest in humor, lyrical writing, and books with broad emotional resonance.
Submission Guidelines
Queries should be sent via email. Authors and illustrators should submit a query letter and the full picture book text. For illustrators, sample artwork or a link to a portfolio is appropriate. She does not typically represent middle grade or young adult projects.
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