— Meet the Editors & Agents —
Founded in 2006 by authors RJ Morris and Rhonda Penders, The Wild Rose Press was built on a commitment to putting writers first. With a focus on quality publishing and strong author relationships, the company has grown into a thriving press with over 500 authors and 3,500 titles. Penders, the accessible and author-focused Editor-in-Chief, ensures writers are supported, while Morris, the tech-savvy co-founder, keeps the digital infrastructure running seamlessly. Together, they lead a dedicated team of editors, designers, and marketing experts, making The Wild Rose Press a welcoming home for writers seeking a true publishing partnership.
Ally Robertson has been an editor with The Wild Rose Press since they opened in 2006. The Wild Rose Press is looking for most fiction genres and would love to see more romance submissions. She personally enjoys crime fiction, suspense, and horror, but also accepts submissions in Historical, Paranormal, Contemporary, Women’s Fiction, YA, Sci-Fi and most other genres. She is not in the market for children’s books, Christian fiction, non-fiction, memoirs, etc.
Blue Clover Editing is a professional editorial service dedicated to helping writers refine their work with clarity, polish, and purpose. Specializing in manuscript evaluation, line and copy editing, and beta reading, the company supports authors at multiple stages of the writing process. With a focus on strengthening voice while smoothing distractions on the page, Blue Clover Editing offers thoughtful, author-centered guidance designed to help manuscripts shine. Its approach is rooted in clear communication, careful attention to detail, and a genuine commitment to strong storytelling.
Aubrey Green, founder and editor of Blue Clover Editing, offers manuscript evaluations, line editing, and copyediting services for fiction, nonfiction, and poetry. She enjoys reading most genres but is especially drawn to romance, mystery, sci-fi, urban fantasy, and horror, and would love to take on more poetry and short story collections. She is not currently accepting memoir, political thrillers, or children’s literature from board books through YA.
STTB: TBeditsBooks offers tailored support for authors through multiple stages of revision, from developmental-lite feedback to line editing, copyediting, and proofreading. Custom project packages, sample edits, and thoughtful communication are central to the process, helping authors find the level of support that best fits their manuscript and goals.
TwylaBeth Lambert, editor behind STTB, is especially interested in fiction projects that align with her editorial strengths and reading tastes. Genres she enjoys working with include middle grade, cozy, thriller, paranormal, romance from sweet to spicy, LGBTQIA+, YA and adult coming-of-age, historical, and fantasy/scifi. She also considers select nonfiction projects.
The Marsal Lyon Literary Agency is dedicated to helping writers achieve their publishing dreams and building relationships that support not just a single book, but a lasting career. The agency focuses on finding homes for books that engage, entertain, and make a difference. Proud to represent a diverse client list, Marsal Lyon champions a wide range of genres and perspectives. From concept through editorial development, submission, and beyond, the agency works closely with authors to help position their work for the right publishing match and long-term success in the marketplace.
Cathie Hedrick-Armstrong, literary agent at Marsal Lyon Literary Agency, is looking for adult fiction that engages, entertains, and lingers with readers, particularly in romance, domestic or psychological suspense, horror, mystery, paranormal fiction, historical fiction, commercial fiction, and book club fiction, along with select nonfiction. She is not seeking children’s fiction, science fiction, epic fantasy, poetry, or short stories.
Metamorphosis Literary Agency is a full-service literary agency focused on helping authors strengthen their manuscripts and navigate the path to publication. The agency’s catalog reflects a broad range of represented titles and publishing relationships, with books placed through houses including Penguin Random House, Simon & Schuster, HarperCollins, Sourcebooks, and Hachette. Metamorphosis Literary Agency supports authors through both editorial development and the submission process, with an emphasis on helping strong stories find the right publishing home.
Amy Brewer, Vice President, Senior Agent, and Subsidiary Rights Sales specialist at Metamorphosis Literary Agency, is especially interested in romance, cozy mysteries, and LGBTQIA+ stories. She is also interested in speaking with bestselling self-published authors about subsidiary rights opportunities. Amy is not a fit for sci-fi, poetry, or nonfiction at this time.
— View the Schedule —
Please bear in mind that these schedules are updated manually as forms come in, so what you see here may not always be 100% accurate. We will make every effort to update frequently, but we do appreciate your patience!
— Pitch Room Rules —
Pitch sessions are 10 minutes long, with 5 minutes between each session. In order to ensure that everyone has an opportunity to pitch, we are limiting sign-ups to one per person at this time. You may sign up for additional sessions at the conference, if available. Please watch your
e-mail for confirmation that we received your request. If you haven’t received the confirmation within 24 hours, please check your junk and spam folders, then email the webmaster.
Before scheduling, please visit the Meet the Agents & Editors section to review the pitching criteria to ensure the best fit for your work.
Please report to the pitch room at least 5 minutes prior to the start of your session. You will not be permitted to enter a session late.
"No show" openings will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis immediately before the start of the session.
Sessions will not be permitted to go over the 10 minute allotted time. Notice will be given at 2 minutes and 1 minute in order to wrap up pitches.
Pitch sessions are not guaranteed. As in the real world, editors and agents sometimes get sick, flights get delayed, and any number of other things may happen. If you registered for a time slot, and that time slot is removed because the agent/editor cannot be present (for whatever reason), then your time slot is lost, and you must re-register for a new time slot. It is important to keep an eye on the schedule for this reason.
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