In her role as Senior Literary Manager at Martin Literary Management, Jen applies her 360-view of the publishing business to MLM, seeking out fresh, original voices and developing exciting new talent.

SEEKING: On the children's side, Jen is interested in picture books with sharp writing and compelling messages; MG/YA stories that resonate with the challenges faced by today’s youth; and graphic novels with quirky narration and original art. In the food and drink space, Jen is keen to find original takes on popular topics, books that reveal a riveting personal story, and books with a health and wellness slant. The following are on Jen’s current wishlist, but she’s always open to hearing new ideas. 

Childrens/MG/YA/Graphic Novels 

•    Books that portray historically excluded voices, disability, neurodivergent characters, LGBTQ topics

•    Regional books with national crossover potential

•    Author/illustrators with strong storytelling skills and a clear vision

•    Children’s activity books

•    Quirky and humorous stories

•    Cat content (she’s crazy for cats)

Food and Drink

•    New ways to spin current trends (vegan air-fryer anyone?)

•    Chefs with personal stories, especially from under-represented groups

•    Food writers and bloggers with a distinctive story to tell

•    Unique regional topics with wide appeal

•    Weeknight cooking

•    Diet-specific and health and wellness titles

•    Mocktails and the NA lifestyle

•    Fresh takes on wine and cocktails