Your Submission Questions Answered!

Your Submission Questions Answered!

Since last week’s Mini Summit, we’ve received lots of questions about the Summit + Submissions Ticket for Picture Book Summit 2023 – Picture Books That Sing! So, we’re here today to answer the most frequently asked questions before Early Bird pricing expires this Tuesday, August 8, 2023.

First, let’s introduce to this year’s Featured Agents and Editors and tell you a little bit about their panels at Picture Book Summit.

2023 Featured Agents

Submission That Sing: Agent Panel

How do you compose a submission package that catches an agent’s eye? How do agents conduct relationships between editors and creators that lead to the perfect symphony that is a picture book? Emily S. Keyes of Keyes Agency, Lane Clark of ArtHouse Literary, and Saba Sulaiman of Talcott Notch Literary come together in this one-hour pre-recorded panel to give you expert advice to apply to your submissions right away.

 

2023 Featured Editors

From Pitchy to Perfection: Editors Panel

Is your pitch hitting the right notes? Join editors Karen Boss from Charlesbridge, Nikki Garcia from Little, Brown Books for Young Readers, and Talia Benamy from Philomel in this one-hour pre-recorded panel as they critique pitches from Picture Book Summit attendees and reveal what editors are really looking for in picture book hooks and what you can do to make yours stand out.

Plus, all three agents and all three editors are accepting pitch submissions from attendees who purchase the Summit + Submissions Ticket.

This is a HUGE opportunity because all three of these editors are currently closed to submissions. That means you’ll be able to get your pitch in front of three editors who are not open to the general writing public. It’s a PBSummit perk!

 

FAQs

How does the PBSummit submissions opportunity work?
The Picture Book Summit submissions opportunity works a little differently than submitting a query letter and manuscript. In order to attract top-notch, busy agents and editors, we’ve streamlined our process in order to get them excited about accepting submissions from our attendees.

Attendees who purchase the Summit + Submissions ticket will have the opportunity to pitch a manuscript to each agent and editor. They will all have their own submission form. That means you will be able to tailor your pitch to each individual agent or editor according to what they are seeking in submissions.

For example, you could submit the same pitch to every agent and editor, a different pitch for a different manuscript to each agent and editor, or anything in between. No matter what, you’ll have six opportunities to pitch YOUR project(s) to these industry professionals.

Will agents and editors provide feedback on all pitches?
No. We can’t guarantee feedback on all pitches. If an agent or editor is intrigued by your pitch, they will reach out to request the manuscript. Four of these six opportunities are submitting to individuals who are not currently open to general submissions, so it’s a great opportunity to get your pitches seen by these industry professionals.

Does my manuscript need to be complete to submit a pitch?
Yes. If an agent or editor likes your pitch, they will request the full manuscript and you will want to make a great impression by sending a complete and polished manuscript. If you are querying an agent, we recommend having 3-4 submission-ready manuscripts prepared so the agent can see your body of work.

Do I have to submit a pitch for a picture book?

Yes! This is “Picture Book” Summit and our Featured Agents and Editors will be expecting to see pitches for picture books.

How long do I have to submit?
The pitch submissions opportunity will be open to attendees who purchase the Summit + Submissions Ticket from October 9 to December 31, 2023. We suggest watching the panels live or in replay before submitting so you can tailor your pitch to each agent and/or editor.

When does Early Bird pricing end?
Early Bird pricing ends this Tuesday, August 8, 2023. Register here and save $100 off the regular price ticket.

If you’re ready to submit your pitches (or you will be by October), choose the Summit + Submissions Ticket here.

Don’t need submission opportunities this year? Choose the Summit Only ticket here.

Whichever ticket is best for you, get it today before Early Bird pricing ends on Tuesday!