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As editor and agent, I work with previously published and unpublished children's book authors, specializing in picture books.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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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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Sandy has 282 reviews

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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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Sam M.

Sam M.

Jan, 2026

I love working with Sandy. We have worked on several projects together. She is communicative and makes sure the work is polished. I look forward to more collaborations in the future.
Sandy F.
I was eager to return with fresh eyes to this story which I edited previously with the author. She decided to refine more and add a few new elements. We are both pleased with the end result and I w...
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Christopher C.

Christopher C.

Jan, 2026

As a first time author, I couldn't have asked for a better collaboration with a great editor. Sandy helped me tremendously with every aspect of my book. She had professionalism, patience and genuine care for my voice and story. She communicated with me every step of the way. Thanks to her expert...
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Sandy F.
A most enjoyable and successful collaboration with Chris! He has strong voice and vision for his writing. He is already setting the stage for his next story in this debut. He is responsive and appr...
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Allison E.

Allison E.

Jan, 2026

Great experience. Very helpful!
Sandy F.
Allison has created a unique and heartfelt story and I enjoyed guiding her work. She offered great suggestions and asked the best questions. It required several drafts and an extension of the compl...
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