Business Details
27 Years
experience
Trusted Children's Book Literary Agency in New York
Founded in 1999 by industry veteran Ronnie Ann Herman, Herman Agency specializes in representing children's book creators, including authors, illustrators, and author-illustrators. Our expertise stems from decades of experience in publishing, with Ronnie having served as Art Director at Random House and Associate Publisher at Grosset & Dunlap, where she art directed thousands of children's books. We focus on picture books, middle-grade titles, educational materials, and licensed characters while maintaining affiliations with SCBWI, Authors' Guild, and the U.S.Association of Accredited Business. Our editorial services help creators refine their work for submission or self-publication, combining industry knowledge with personalized guidance. With a legacy of success, including representation of a New York Times bestseller, we provide strategic career development for artists and authors in the children's book market.
Services
Literary Representation
Editorial Services
Portfolio Development
Submission Guidance
Children's Book Illustration
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- 20+ years of publishing industry experience from former Art Director roles
- Proven track record with New York Times best-selling titles
- Personalized editorial services for submission-ready materials
- Affiliations with major industry organizations like SCBWI and Authors' Guild
- Specialized focus on children's book market trends and needs
Associations and certifications
- U.S. Association of Accredited Business
Services
Literary Representation
We represent children's book creators for traditional publishing contracts. Our industry connections and expertise help authors and illustrators secure deals with major publishers. Our track record includes placing titles on the New York Times bestseller list.
Editorial Services
Professional editing and portfolio refinement services prepare submissions for agents or self-publication. We provide feedback on narrative structure, character development, and market positioning for children's book projects.
Portfolio Development
We help illustrators curate and refine their portfolios for the children's book market. Services include composition analysis, style guidance, and age-appropriate content recommendations to meet industry standards.
Submission Guidance
Our submission strategy services identify suitable publishers and agents for your work. We provide tailored recommendations based on manuscript genre, target audience, and current market trends.
Children's Book Illustration
We represent illustrators specializing in children's book art. Our guidance helps creators develop age-appropriate visual narratives that complement text and meet publisher expectations for picture books and chapter books.
People
Ronnie Ann Herman
Agent/Owner
Founded the agency in 1999 after 20+ years as Art Director at Random House and Grosset & Dunlap. Authored 14 children's books and represented award-winning creators in the children's book industry.
Katia Herman
Co-Agent
Co-agent specializing in middle-grade and young adult literature. Graduated from NYU with self-designed major in painting and writing. Combines creative background with practical industry knowledge from working with her mother, Ronnie Ann Herman.
Questions
What types of creators do you represent?
We represent children's book authors, illustrators, and author-illustrators specializing in picture books, middle-grade titles, educational materials, and licensed characters.
Do you accept new clients?
Currently, we are not accepting new clients for representation but offer editorial services to help creators develop their work.
What editorial services do you offer?
We provide manuscript editing, portfolio refinement, and submission strategy services to prepare work for traditional publishing or self-publication.
What are your service fees?
Editorial services start at $250/hour with a $600 minimum. Custom pricing options are available for specific project needs.
How are you connected to the publishing industry?
Ronnie has 20+ years of experience as Art Director at major publishing houses and maintains active industry relationships through affiliations with SCBWI and other professional organizations.
