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What Lisa is looking for
Lisa represents nonfiction for all ages (preschool–adult), picture books and middle grade fiction, and picture book author/illustrators. She loves books with heart; science, agricultural, and environmental topics; new insights on history, culture, or the arts; compelling characters and settings; humor; lyrical texts; and multicultural themes. Lisa is not a good fit for dark or dystopian themes or graphic content. She is not acquiring YA or adult fiction at this time but will consider books by existing clients.
Notable sales & clients
- The World’s Best Christmas Light by Chelsea Tornetto
- The Soil in Jackie’s Garden by Peggy Thomas
- A Place for Rain by Michelle Schaub
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Frequently asked questions
Is Lisa Amstutz open to queries right now?
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What genres does Lisa Amstutz represent?
Lisa Amstutz represents Young Adult, Middle Grade, Picture Books, Nonfiction.
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