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Cherrita Lee
Beaming Books
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Beaming Books publishes high quality children’s books that help kids thrive in every part of who they are—emotionally, socially, and spiritually. We aim for thoughtful fiction and non-fiction that prompts children to see and experience the world in new ways. With topics ranging from self-esteem to kindness, ethics, and acceptance, our books are designed to spark the imagination and equip kids and families to build a better world, contribute to the common good, and live full and flourishing lives together. In the past, we have published roughly 25-30 books per year, but we’re expanding and looking to publish around 40 going forward. We are currently open to agented submissions in the following categories: fiction and non-fiction picture books and chapter books, as well as non-fiction middle grade and young adult. We do not publish board books or activity books. While we’re hoping to branch into MG books in the future, acquisitions are currently on hold for them. We look for books with themes of values, ethics, morals, and advocacy. Books with a strong hook that meet a felt need for children, parents, educators, and/or librarians are our specialty. What I’m looking for: As a Black editor, one of my goals is to acquire diverse voices including LGTBQIA+, BIPOC, Latinx, neurodiverse, and other underrepresented identities. I’m very passionate about diversity and representation in publishing. I love witty, quirky, creative, and eccentric manuscripts that aren’t just a standard update or retelling of books or stories that already exist. An ideal manuscript will either introduce a new lens, subject, or approach to a classic topic or story—including unique cultural or character changes. Manuscripts that move me to laugh or smile are especially appreciated. I also love the idea of combining education, whether of school topics or social values with diversity, humanity, and charm—especially STEM skills and topics. Anything that helps kids see the interconnectedness of life is great, especially if it also covers the duties this connection bestows on everyone to take care of each other, the earth, the universe, and all that’s contained therein. I want to be gripped and pulled into the story nigh immediately. I’ve ADHD—if you don’t hook me from the jump, the internet beckons. Skimming should draw me in so much that I get angry upon interruption. I’m especially interested in manuscripts that deal with neurodiversity and mental health issues in a way that not only teaches children about the topic but helps those children who experience it firsthand. I would love books aimed at anxiety, consent/body ownership, inattentive and/or hyperactive ADHD, ASD, big feelings such as sadness or anxiety, and how it impacts children, especially BIPOC and feminine kids who are often under-served in these areas. Characters who challenge traditional roles and tropes are appreciated as well. Progressive is a must—miss me with your conservative ish. Fantastical stories that sweep the
Submission Guidelines
Submissions should be emailed to leec@beamingbooks.com We only accept agented submissions. Agents may submit by emailing their full MS, pitch, and author bio as attachments directly to my submissions email. Please include “Submission” and the title in the subject of the email. I look forward to hearing from you! Vital Info @cherrita_lee Linkedin Website
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