Query Submission

Submit a Query to Annalise Errico at Ladderbird Literary Agency

Please make sure your work is publisher-ready before you submit! If you have any questions about the genres I represent, please visit here or here for more information. At this time, I am NOT accepting picture books; middle grade; horror; science fiction; apocalyptic/pandemic related fiction of any genre; novels-in-verse or poetry at this time.

If you are pitching a NOVEL, please include:
- Query Letter
- Pitch (up to one paragraph)
- Synopsis
- Three chapters

If you are pitching a graphic novel (I ONLY accept from author/illustrators), you may upload the pitch packet or link to a dropbox. I would like to see the following in your pitch packet:
- Query Letter
- Story Synopsis
- Character descriptions/arcs
- Three chapters of script with finished art

You may write N/A in any text box that isn’t applicable.

Just a reminder: this is a subjective industry, and what doesn't appeal to me, might be the perfect fit for another agent. I know someone out there is waiting for your story! I look forward to reading your query. Thank you!

Step 1. Tell us about the author

Fill in these author-related fields.

First Name: (required)

Last Name: (required)

E-Mail Address: (required)

Phone Number: (required)

Street Address:

City:

State/Province:

Zip/Postal Code:

Biography: (required) Tell us a little about yourself and any writing credentials you may have.

Website Address: (if you have one)

Blog Address (if you have one)

Twitter Handle (if you have one)

Have you previously published other books? Yes No

Have you ever been represented by a literary agent before? Yes No

If you previously self-published a book, about how many copies were sold in the first year?

If this query is a referral, who referred you?

What are your pronouns? (required)

If you are writing from a marginalized perspective but are not part of that community, why are you the right person to write this story?

Step 2. Tell us about the book

Fill in these book-related fields.

Title: (required)

Genre: (required) This agent only represents the genres shown in this list. Selecting an inaccurate genre will result in a rejection. If your book's genre is not shown here, please go to QueryTracker for a list of agents who do represent your genre.

Word Count: (required) Enter the approximate WORD count of your book. Enter numbers only. Do not include any letters or special characters.

Is this book currently published or has it ever been published before? Yes No

Query Letter: (required) Tips for formatting and pasting text Enter your query letter for this book. (Tips for formatting and pasting text) Do NOT paste images into this field. Pasting large blocks of text can take several minutes. Please be patient.

Synopsis: (required) Tips for formatting and pasting text Enter a short synopsis of your book. (Tips for formatting and pasting text) Do NOT paste images into this field. Pasting large blocks of text can take several minutes. Please be patient.

The First 3 Chapters of Your Book (or full book proposal if non-fiction): (required)
(If your book is shorter than this (such as a picture book) please include the entire text.) Tips for formatting and pasting text Paste in the first 3 chapters of your book, or your full book proposal if your book is non-fiction. (Tips for formatting and pasting text) Do NOT paste images into this field. Pasting large blocks of text can take several minutes. Please be patient.

Pitch: (required) Enter a one paragraph pitch for your book.

Describe the Potential Target Audience for Your Book: Who will want to read your book. For example, girls under 12, fans of John Grisham, etc. (500 characters or less)

Similar Books: (required) List some books that are similar to yours. (500 characters or less)

Step 3. For Artists and Illustrators

Provide illustrations or art samples, if applicable.

Link to online art samples or portfolio: (if you have one)

Upload Sample Artwork or Illustrations

Acceptable file formats: doc, docx.
File Size Limit: 2 MB (same as 2,000 KB) (Get help for large files)

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Final Step: Submit Your Query

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Important: After submitting your query, you will receive a personalized link to a special page that you can visit any time to check your query's status.

If the recipient of your query would like to read more, they will contact you through that page as well as through email.