Owlkids Books seeks Picture Books, Middle Grade Fiction, Nonfiction, and Graphic Novels

Owlkids Books

1 Eglinton Avenue East
Toronto, Ontario

https://owlkidsbooks.com/

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Owlkids publishes about 15 new books each spring and fall, including board books, picture books, nonfiction, fiction, and graphic novels.

“We care about great writing, beautiful artwork, and high-quality graphic design. We love to talk about typefaces, find the perfect paper quality, and be a part of sharing important stories. We obsess about how illustrations can best complement a narrative and about choosing words that feel good when you read them aloud.

“In short, we care about working with great authors and illustrators and about making great books. And above all, we care about making books that kids enjoy – and that kids can see themselves in.”

Owlkids wants:

·         Picture books for ages 3–5 / 3–7 / 4–8 {no more than 900 words}

·         Nonfiction for ages 5–8 / 7–10 / 8–12 / 10–14

·         Early fiction for ages 6–9

·         Graphic novels (fiction and nonfiction) for all ages

Plan to submit your full picture book manuscript. For nonfiction, please include a synopsis, a detailed outline, a writing sample, and a list of competitive titles. For middle grade fiction, please submit a brief synopsis, a chapter overview, and a few sample chapters.

Full guidelines and online submission page here.

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