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What Lydia is looking for
Lydia represents clients across all age groups, including picture book, chapter book, middle grade and YA, and has a particular focus on non-fiction. No matter the story, she is drawn to voice above anything else and will always be sucked in by a strong hook. Lydia is actively looking for submissions from all under-represented writers, and if you’re comfortable doing so, you can use the hashtag #diversevoice when you submit to indicate that you identify as under-represented. Lydia is not currently taking on new picture book clients. You can find more details on her agency’s website .
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Frequently asked questions
Is Lydia Silver open to queries right now?
Agents open and close to queries on short notice, so we don't display a live status. Check the agency's official submission page before querying — or subscribe to Agent Alert (free) to be notified the week agents like Lydia open.
What genres does Lydia Silver represent?
Lydia Silver represents Young Adult, Middle Grade, Picture Books, Nonfiction.
How do I query Lydia Silver?
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