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What Patrice is looking for
Patrice is always looking for high-concept YA (this includes titles that crossover to adult) & MG projects with an amazing hook. Some things she would especially love to see: Shakespeare-inspired novels, heist/con artist novels, YA novels set in/around the 1920s, literary YA novels & novels in verse, retellings in general, science fiction, graphic novels, MG fantasy and sci-fi, crossover YA, books inspired by “the classics,” nonfiction from a POC/queer perspective, and dark genres and humor.
Notable sales & clients
- Mistakes Were Made by Meryl Wilsner
- Black Boy Joy by Kwame Mbalia
- Cleat Cute by Meryl Wilsner
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Hear from Patrice: interviews & talks
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- Interview with Author and Literary Agent Patrice Caldwell — Geeks OUT (2022)
- Q&A: Patrice Caldwell — Kirkus Reviews
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Frequently asked questions
Is Patrice Caldwell 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 Patrice open.
What genres does Patrice Caldwell represent?
Patrice Caldwell represents Fantasy, Science Fiction, Young Adult, Middle Grade, Graphic Novels, Nonfiction.
How do I query Patrice Caldwell?
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