Sandy Fuller

Sandy Fuller – Editor

Literary agent; picture book consultant and development editor; published author/illustrator; mentored by Maurice Sendak at Yale.

Overview

I began my children's book career with a year's tutelage from Maurice Sendak. I credit him with my knowledge of the fundamentals of this unique genre and my instinct and passion for creating award-winning picture books. My life's work includes international publishing, agenting, bookselling (library and trade), marketing, and extensive editorial consultation. I have also published several of my own books with traditional companies. I can also advise re self-publishing.I work closely with authors (and artists) to craft texts (and illustrations) which will attract publishers anddelight and enlighten young audiences. My services include conceptual development, theme/subject appraisal vs/vs current trends, line editing, content editing, formatting, and submissions.The goal is to achieve a picture book proposal offering the best chances at publication in a competitive marketplace.Snoopy (a.k.a. Literary Ace) is my hero!
Services
Non-Fiction
Children’s Non-Fiction
Fiction
Picture Books
Languages
English (US)
Awards
  • Colorado Book Award; Moonbeam Picture Book Award
Certifications
  • Yale and Radcliffe Publishing Degrees; SCBWI

Work experience

Self-employed

Jan, 1988 — Present
As editor and agent, I work with previously published and unpublished children's book authors, specializing in picture books. I offer extensive editorial consultation, also selective representation as international literary agent. As editor, I work with ideas from start to finish, at every stage from conception to polished completion. As agent, I have steered a variety of these picture book proposals to successful contracts with established publishers. Prior to establishing my own company, I was employed at Weston Woods, Addison-Wesley Publishing, Yankee Book Peddler, Gordon's/Ingram and as a bookseller, all with children's book focus.

Portfolio

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A Tiger Like Me

Engler, Michael

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The Nifty Thrifty

Ferguson Fuller, Sandy

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The Bunny Poets

Toboni, Barbara

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Tall Tall Tree

Fredericks, Anthony D.

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Solar The Polar

Constantinesco, Kim

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Developmental Editing Copy Editing Proofreading
Moon Loon

Fuller, Sandy Ferguson

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Downward Mule

Hammond, Jenna

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Fish House Door

Baldwin, Robert

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Thank You Aunt Tallulah!

Carmela Lavigna Coyle

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Goober Man

Frazier, Peter

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I Love Outside

Gelsthorpe, Amy

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Developmental Editing Copy Editing Editorial Assessment Proofreading
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Sandy has 285 reviews

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Paige J.

Paige J.

Mar, 2026

Sandy was brilliant to work with. She provided clear, practical advice and happily answered my many questions. Thank you so much!
Ashley L.

Ashley L.

Feb, 2026

Sandy was a joy to work with. Incredibly knowledgeable, timely and professional. It was evident that she loves what she does and has mastered her craft. I hope we can work together again in the future! Thank you for all of your help, Sandy!
Sandy F.
Fairy stories abound in picture books, but I believe that we were able to edit this one into a unique, meaningful story with memorable characters. The author is dedicated to sharing it with youngst...
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Shawnee R.

Shawnee R.

Feb, 2026

I was so grateful to work with Sandy and I hope I can do so again in the future!
Sandy F.
This collaboration proved smooth and satisfying for us both. It took me awhile to complete my initial edit but Shawnee was patient and quick to respond. We were able to achieve and agree upon a fin...
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Kaitlyn P.

Kaitlyn P.

Feb, 2026

Sandy was truly great to work with. As a first-time author, I wasn't sure what to expect or what I really even needed and Sandy did a fantastic job of both hearing me and helping me get to a place where I am even more in love with my story.
Sandy F.
This collaboration was an exercise in compromise and really listening to the author’s vision for the final content of the story. Her initial inspiration was truly personal and it was important to h...
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Christie B.

Christie B.

Feb, 2026

Sandy provided good edits and feedback. I've made good progress on my project as a result of her help.
Sandy F.
An enjoyable, thorough collaboration requiring numerous rounds of constructive editing. The author has a busy travel schedule and I got a touch of flu but we managed a satisfactory comoletion windo...
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