Maria Vicente is a Senior Literary Agent and Advisor at P.S. Literary Agency representing creators of innovative and beautiful books for readers of all ages.
With over a decade of experience in the publishing industry, Maria connects her clients with the very best partners to bring their stories to readers across the globe. She has helped launch the careers of many bestselling, award winning, and critically acclaimed authors and illustrators. Whether it’s collaborating on manuscript drafts and proposals, negotiating book deals, or exploring adaptation opportunities, she advocates for her clients every step of the way. A determined negotiator and meticulous contracts reviewer, Maria is dedicated to securing fair terms for her clients in all their literary business affairs.
Maria is a member of the Professional Association of Canadian Literary Agents (PACLA) and the Association of American Literary Agents (AALA). She lives in New Brunswick, Canada, reading and selling books from the Atlantic Ocean shore.
Interviews
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In the MIDst
The state of middle grade publishing, the role of literary agents as gatekeepers within the industry, and more.
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Lit Match Podcast
WTF is a literary agent, how Maria supports her clients, and first chapters that hook.
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Eastern Penn Points
A picture book focused interview with the Pennsylvania East branch of SCBWI.
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Unsilent Women
Maria and Poorva take a trip down memory lane and revisit stories from their childhoods to examine gender, race, and identity.
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Story Effect
Abigail talks to Maria about two stories with timeless themes and characters: Jerry Spinelli’s Stargirl and the film Josie and the Pussycats.
