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Samantha Wekstein

@swekstein.bsky.social

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Senior Literary Agent @TLA, She/Her, Terp🐢, ENFJ, ♑, dog lover Illustrators: http://wekstein-illustrators.weebly.com. Pitch to: http://QueryManager.com/SamanthaWekstein Editing: https://samanthaweksteineditorial.square.site/ https://linktr.ee/swekstein

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Samantha Wekstein @swekstein.bsky.social · Jan 30

As a side hustle, I offer a lot of editing services. If you are looking for a professional set of eyes on your manuscript or pitch materials, check out my site! samanthaweksteineditorial.square.site/s/shop **Please note if you book through this site, I can't consider you for representation.**

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Samantha Wekstein @swekstein.bsky.social · 15d

Yes, I'm open to select nonfiction including memoir.

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Jo Renfro - Peg Gets Plucky coming in March 2025/Kidlit @jorenfro.bsky.social · 16d

#kidlitartpostcard day snuck up on me! I’m Jo and I love creating stories and art that kids of all ages can connect to. My portfolio website is jorenfro.com and I’m rep’d by @swekstein.bsky.social

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Traci VW Creations @tracivw.bsky.social · 16d

Happy #KidLitArtPostcard day! Here's a little something from a new project of mine I'm excited about. I'm an #AuthorIllustrator open to new projects from board books to YA. I love telling stories w/my art.

rep'd by: @swekstein.bsky.social
www.tracivanwagoner.com

#kidlit #kidlitart #illustration

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Samantha Wekstein @swekstein.bsky.social · Sep 10

Hello! I will next reopen to queries from 10/1-10/7, but then I will be closing indefinitely so I can catch up and focus on client work. #amquerying #amagenting

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Traci VW Creations @tracivw.bsky.social · Sep 4

Yay it's #KidLitArtPostcard day! I hope you're all feeling okay? Some days you need to just collapse. I'm an author/illustrator looking for fun new children's book projects.

Repped by @swekstein.bsky.social
See more: www.tracivanwagoner.com

#kidlitart #kidlit #authorillustrator #childrensbooks

A red dragon lays on a cliff exhausted with her blue teddy bear while three kids in the back ground as if she's okay. Big white puffy clouds fill the intense blue sky behind them

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Jo Renfro - Peg Gets Plucky coming in March 2025/Kidlit @jorenfro.bsky.social · Sep 4

“…and with that, Norman decided that life in the city was not for him after all.” #kidlitartpostcard I am an author and illustrator of picture books but would love to do board books and chapter books as well! My website is Jorenfro.com and I’m rep’d by @swekstein.bsky.social

A terrified bear who has been chased up a light post by a tiny cat.

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Traci VW Creations @tracivw.bsky.social · Aug 8

A day late for #KidLitArtPostcard, but late is better than never. Summer fun swimming is the best! I miss my childhood swimming hole. I'm open for new PB, chapter book, MG projects anytime.

#kidlitart #summer #art #authorillustrator
Website: www.tracivanwagoner.com
rep'd by: @swekstein.bsky.social

Postcard with my information on the bottom of mostly teal art with kids playing at the local swimming hole. Some kids stand on the ledge of the waterfall about to jump in past the splashes.

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Jo Renfro - Peg Gets Plucky coming in March 2025/Kidlit @jorenfro.bsky.social · Aug 7

Hi all! I am Jo and I am an author and illustrator of picture books. I love using humor and positivity to create engaging characters full of heart. My portfolio website is jorenfro.com and I am rep’d by @swekstein.bsky.social #kidlitartpostcard

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Katherine Thorne @sparklemarkers.bsky.social · Aug 7

#KidLitArtPostcard day snuck up on me and I'm going to repost an old piece—but it's one that delights me!

Looking to illustrate picture books with bright colors, big feelings, whimsy, and fun!

🎨 sparklemarkers.com
Rep: @swekstein.bsky.social

A seadragon mercat chasing her own tail!

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Samantha Wekstein @swekstein.bsky.social · Jul 17

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Samantha Wekstein @swekstein.bsky.social · Jul 17

Hello! In addition to my work as an agent, I freelance edit. Today through Sunday I'm running a 10% off sale on my Basic Query Package or Query Package Plus edits. If you'd like me to help shape your pitch, now would be a wonderful time to book! samanthaweksteineditorial.square.site/s/shop

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Katherine Thorne @sparklemarkers.bsky.social · Jul 8

It's #PortfolioDay! I'm a #kidlit writer and illustrator and I'd love to work on whimsical, witty projects.

More drawings: sparklemarkers.com
Rep: @swekstein.bsky.social

P.S. All cats are the best cat.

Silent comic featuring an orange tabby cat at a cat show. She stares longingly at the golden "Best in Show" trophy and stretches and poses to the delight of the audience. The cat is surprised and disappointed to be returned to her cage, and scowls at the "6th place" ribbon she wins.

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Jo Renfro - Peg Gets Plucky coming in March 2025/Kidlit @jorenfro.bsky.social · Jul 8

Hi all- I am Jo and I love creating stories for picture books and board books with characters that are expressive and fun! #portfolioday
My website is jorenfro.com and I am rep’d by @swekstein.bsky.social

A whimsical group of animals. Elephant, zebra, lion, giraffe, monkey and turtle with the bright orange savanna sun behind them.

A page from my book PEG GETS PLUCKY. A group of cute farm animals gazing up at an incredible full moon.

Whimsical fiery dragon with a slight grin.

A child who has made a very fancy, colorful, multilayered cake that is just about to to over !

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Traci VW Creations @tracivw.bsky.social · Jul 3

Hello #kidlitartpostcard! I'm an author and illustrator of children's books for all ages. I love to bring joy and a touch of magic to the world through my creativity.

Portfolio: www.tracivanwagoner.com
Agent: @swekstein.bsky.social

#kidlitart #kidlit #paintplay #childrensbooks #authorillustrator

A dad, girl and her dog walk into a beautiful lush garden through a wrought-iron gate with a swirly top where they are greeted by birds and bees and flowers as big as your face and a dragon fly.

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Jo Renfro - Peg Gets Plucky coming in March 2025/Kidlit @jorenfro.bsky.social · Jul 3

Hi all-I’m Jo and I am an illustrator and author of picture books. I love creating expressive engaging characters! My website is jorenfro.com and I’m rep’d by @swekstein.bsky.social #kidlitartpostcard

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Jo Renfro - Peg Gets Plucky coming in March 2025/Kidlit @jorenfro.bsky.social · Jun 29

I am excited and honored to have PEG GETS CRACKIN’ nominated for the 2025 Missouri Building Blocks Picture Book Award. It is voted on by preschool KIDS in Missouri Public Libraries. The KIDS!! That’s who it’s all about!

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Traci VW Creations @tracivw.bsky.social · Jun 5

I've got something new for #KidLitArtPostcard! Hot off the presses w/sharing delayed by no internet. I'm an author/illustrator of children's books of all ages, I try to bring a bit of magic to every project.

#kidlitart #authorillustrator

Rep'd by: @swekstein.bsky.social
www.tracivanwagoner.com

Fantasy illustration of a young woman and a young man chasing a blue and teal baby dragon. Splattery painted background in purple, pinks and reds with white lined city. On the bottom is my information, TraciVanWagoner.com, Author/Illustrator, represented by Samantha Wekstein

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Jo Renfro - Peg Gets Plucky coming in March 2025/Kidlit @jorenfro.bsky.social · Jun 5

It’s #kidlitartpostcard day! I’m Jo and I am an illustrator and author of picture books. (And maybe board books someday 🤞🏼) I love creating stories with characters full of heart and spunk! My website is jorenfro.com and I am rep’d by @swekstein.bsky.social

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Katherine Thorne @sparklemarkers.bsky.social · Jun 5

#KidLitArtPostcard time again! This is an older piece I love. Nothing like a good pondering session in a forest.

Rep: @swekstein.bsky.social
🎨 sparklemarkers.com

Illustration of a girl pondering her reflection in a forest pond.

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Samantha Wekstein @swekstein.bsky.social · Jun 3

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Samantha Wekstein @swekstein.bsky.social · Jun 2

Sabina's writing is so brilliant, funny, and swoony. I'm so thrilled to be her agent!! 🎉

Sabina Nordqvist @nordqvistbooks.bsky.social · Jun 2

Super excited to announce I’m now represented by the lovely @swekstein.bsky.social !! 🥳

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Samantha Wekstein @swekstein.bsky.social · May 22

It's so tragic! Fellow celiac here. Always open to sharing tips (was diagnosed in 2021 😭). I basically will just spend any amount of money on gluten free goods--it's ludicrous.

Samantha Wekstein @swekstein.bsky.social · May 20

Happy Pub day to JOEY THE GOOD by Erin Fry, a touchingly funny MG about a sweat-averse kid who is forced to spend his summer climbing mountains with his cool, athletic cousin. I love this book! Get your copy today! mountains.https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/joey-the-good-erin-fry/1145949179

Joey the Good|Paperback

Twelve-year-old sweat-averse Joey is psyched for his summer of relaxation and perfecting his butt-shaped indentation on the couch. Sure, he wishes that his best friend, Xander, wasn’t always bus...

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Samantha Wekstein @swekstein.bsky.social · May 15

Hey all! Just a heads up that I do not want to be notified of full requests from other agents. I have this request on my query form and profiles, but I still get messages about it all the time. I just need to know if you get an offer. My inbox is already unwieldy without extra messages.

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Katherine Thorne @sparklemarkers.bsky.social · May 1

Another chunky-outline #KidLitArtPostcard from me! I’m having a lot of fun with this style.

I write, I draw, I'm always looking for new stuff to do!

Portfolio: sparklemarkers.com
Rep: @swekstein.bsky.social

An illustration of three kids in a library. One kid stands on a stool, grabbing one book from a high shelf and handing another book to a kid standing on the floor. A third kid sits nearby, their arms full of books.

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