Sandy Fuller - Editor
Literary agent; picture book consultant and development editor; published author/illustrator; mentored by Maurice Sendak at Yale.
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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 and
delight 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!
I work closely with authors (and artists) to craft texts (and illustrations) which will attract publishers and
delight 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!
Languages
English (US)
Non-Fiction
Children’s Non-Fiction
Fiction
Picture Books
Certifications
- Yale and Radcliffe Publishing Degrees; SCBWI
Awards
- Colorado Book Award; Moonbeam Picture Book Award
Work experience
Director
Self-employed
January, 1988
–
Present
(almost 35 years)
As editor and agent, I work with previously published and unpublished children's book authors, specializing in picture books.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 (19 selected works)
Moon Loon
Fuller, Sandy Ferguson
Sunshine on My Shoulders (with Audio CD and Musical Score)
Denver, John, Canyon, Christopher
Solar The Polar
Constantinesco, Kim, Evans, Jessica Linn
Under One Rock: Bugs, Slugs & Other Ughs
Fredericks, Anthony D., DiRubbio, Jennifer
Tall Tall Tree
Fredericks, Anthony D., Wallace, Chad
The Bunny Poets
Toboni, Barbara, Ferguson Fuller, Sandy
John Denver's Take Me Home, Country Roads (John Denver & Kids!)
Denver, John, Canyon, Christopher
The Nifty Thrifty
Ferguson Fuller, Sandy, Dolby, Jan
Good Morning, Snowplow!
Bruss, Deborah, Fancher, Lou, Johnson, Steve, Fancher, Lou
A Tiger Like Me
Engler, Michael, Tourlonias, Joëlle, Watkinson, Laura
Do Princesses Wear Hiking Boots?
Carmela LaVigna Coyle, Mike Gordon, Carl Gordon
The BLUES Go Birding Across America
Malnor, Carol, Fuller, Sandy, Schroeder, Louise
The Blues Go Birding at Wild America's Shores
Malnor, Carol, Fuller, Sandy, Schroeder, Louise
The Blues Go Extreme Birding (Blues Go Birding)
Malnor, Carol, Fuller, Sandy, Schroeder, Louise
I Love Outside
Gelsthorpe, Amy, King, Janet
Goober Man
Frazier, Peter, Wilson, Emily
Thank You Aunt Tallulah!
Carmela Lavigna Coyle, Bruce MacPherson
Fish House Door
Baldwin, Robert, Sheckels, Astrid
Downward Mule
Hammond, Jenna, Page, Steve
Sandy has 113 reviews
Professionalism
Professionalism
Quality
Quality
Value
Value
Communication & Punctuality
Communication & Punctuality
Very kind and honest. Would highly recommend!
Lexi Walters, September 2022
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While experienced in another field of writing, I am very new to children's books so I needed all the help I could get. Sandy is such a gentle and wise soul that her help surpassed my expectations. Reading her suggestions brought tears to my eyes. I truly hope to work with her again.
Justina Walford, September 2022
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After Sandy so diligently worked on the development of my story, I asked her to format the book. She did a great job. As a first time author she was very patient about answering all of my questions. Looking forward to our next project, Sandy!
Dianne Gouin, September 2022
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Sandy was awesome to work with! She was prompt in her responses and gave thoughtful feedback. I would definitely recommend her to anyone looking for an editor!
Vanessa Rush, September 2022
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Working with Sandy Fuller has been an incredible experience. I am a total rookie when it comes to writing, editing, and producing a book. Sandy did a great job massaging my story and provided guidance with the layout and overall design. We have finished the first step of producing my first book. I look forward to working with Sandy again to get this book out online and in peoples hands.
Alexander Janda, August 2022
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