2 Agents?

[BrookieCookie777]

I have a wonderful children's book agent. No complaints. I totally adore her! She only handles children's material - is it ok to have an agent to handle adult trade books? Especiall since it is Christian devotional books and she represents my children's items that are also Christian?

Thanks for your help!

[giftedrhonda]

Absolutely--I'm in the same position...my YA agent is awesome, but doesn't handle any adult material. So after I finish my adult novel that I'm currently writing, I'll have to find another agent. :D

[BrookieCookie777]

Is it ok to have two at the same time? By no means would I want to get rid of my children's agent. She's one of the best in the field and it is my main genre. This is just a little added bonus to all the work I've been doing for large Christian mags and tv networks.

[giftedrhonda]

Yup. You can have two at the same time. Most adult writing requires different editorial contacts than children's writing. So good luck to you!!

[Begbie]

Speak to your agent about it. Your new agent will have to be advised as well. Your contract most likely covers "all literary works"; most contracts do. So you will need an addendum.

[giftedrhonda]

Yup--my contract with my agent specifically says only full-length children's works are repped by her...so yes, Begbie is right--check your contract. It will guide you. And it also doesn't hurt to mention to your agent you may need another agent--she may be able to suggest someone for you to send your material to.

[BrookieCookie777]

Thanks you two. This is truly helpful. What would I do without my AW gang?! =) God bless you all today!

[giftedrhonda]

Hey, you're welcome! And GOOD LUCK!