Upcoming Events
The Middle Grade Market: A Webinar with Writer’s Digest
Everything you need to know about the business of writing and publishing books in the Middle Grade category. Registration includes a live virtual presentation (plus the recording) followed by a Q&A session.
Publishing Your Children's Book: A Boot Camp with Writer’s Digest
Literary agents Maria Vicente and Eric Smith will guide you through writing and pitching young adult, middle grade, and picture book projects. Registration includes access to four recorded presentations and the opportunity to submit your work for critique.
Immersive Worldbuilding Webinar with SCBWI
A webinar about immersive worldbuilding for writers of any genre. Registration is open to SCBWI members.
Florida Writing Workshop (Online)
An online “How to Get Published” writing conference presented by Writing Day Workshops. Maria Vicente will be taking one-on-one pitches over the weekend.
Writer's Digest University Boot Camp: Publishing Your Children's Book
Three agents from P.S. Literary Agency will teach you how to make your book stand out. As a registrant, you’ll receive access to four recorded presentations: Publishing Picture Books, Publishing Middle Grade, Publishing Young Adult, and Writing Query Letters. Then, you’ll have the chance to submit your query letter plus your picture book manuscript or a sample from your middle grade/young adult manuscript’s first chapter for critique.
2023 Tennessee Writing Workshop (Online)
An online “How to Get Published” writing conference presented by Writing Day Workshops. I will be available for one-on-one pitches over the weekend.
Storymakers 2023 Conference
The Storymakers Conference in Provo, Utah features over a hundred classes geared toward aspiring and established writers alike, taught by some of the best presenters in the publishing industry.
2023 Writing Workshop of San Francisco (Online)
An online “How to Get Published” writing conference presented by Writing Day Workshops. I will be available for one-on-one pitches over the weekend.
Minecraft: Gather, Cook, Eat! Official Cookbook – Release Day
Featuring recipes that are ideal for every skill level (and player type), this cookbook is just what you need to bring a touch of Minecraft into your kitchen.
Hanging With Vampires – Release Day
Discover everything about vampires in this laugh-out-loud nonfiction handbook packed with spooky legends, fascinating history, and weird facts perfect for middle-grade readers and mythology fans!
Star Wars Jedi: Battle Scars – Release Day
Cal Kestis leads the Stinger Mantis crew on an adventure set between Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order and the highly anticipated Star Wars Jedi: Survivor. Written by bestselling author Sam Maggs.
Private Event with SCBWI Eastern PA
Presenting my “Visual Thinking for Picture Book Writers” webinar to members of SCBWI Eastern PA.
Bigfoot & Nessie: The Art of Being Noticed – Release Day
Introducing a hilarious and heartfelt graphic novel in which an unlikely pair of cryptids meet up and find friendship, creativity, and just the right amount of attention. Illustrated by client Laura Knetzger.
2023 Boston Writing Workshop (Online)
An online “How to Get Published” writing conference presented by Writing Day Workshops. I will be teaching a “Literary Agents 101” session on Friday morning and taking one-on-one pitches on Saturday.
The Mighty Nein Origins: Nott the Brave – Release Day
Celebrated writer Sam Maggs is joined by Critical Role cast members Matthew Mercer and Sam Riegel, with the expert art of William Kirkby and colors by Mildred Louis, for a heartbreaking look at a halfling’s end and a goblin’s beginning.
Virtual Event: Deconstructing the Book Deal
The information you should know and ask for when considering a publication offer for your book. 1 hour presentation followed by a Q&A session with Maria Vicente, Senior Literary Agent and Advisor at P.S. Literary Agency. Registration is now open.
Webinar with Writer’s Digest: Becoming a Middle Grade Author
In Becoming a Middle-Grade Author, Senior Literary Agent Maria Vicente covers the most important topics to keep in mind while writing and revising your Middle-Grade project, as well as the process of writing a query letter that effectively pitches your book and entices literary agents. Webinar registration includes a live presentation, a Q&A session, and a critique of your query letter.
The Little Toymaker – Release Day
From the author and illustrator of Shy Willow comes the adorable little Toymaker, who makes wonderful toys. Not for children, but for their grandparents and other older folk. (People often forget that they, too, like toys!) But it isn't always easy.
Black Gold – Release Day
This lyrical picture book is a joyous, poetic, celebration of Black children and a reminder of the Universe’s unconditional love in stunning verse and captivating collage.
2022 Minnesota Writing Workshop
An online “How to Get Published” writing conference presented by Writing Day Workshops. I will be available for one-on-one pitches during the event weekend.
Online Event: Getting Your Graphic Novel Published
Getting Your Graphic Novel Published is a 2 hour online presentation and Q&A session hosted by senior literary agent Maria Vicente. Registration is now open for the September 17, 2022 event.
WTF is a Literary Agent? Live Webinar
WTF is a Literary Agent?: a live webinar with Maria Vicente, Senior Literary Agent at P.S. Literary Agency
My Grandpa is the Best! – Release Day
Children can celebrate their grandpa with this illustrated collection of short poems that honors the memories and experiences with the man they know and love.
My Grandma is the Best! –Release Day
Children can celebrate their grandma with this illustrated collection of short poems that honors the memories and experiences with the woman they know and love.
2022 Kansas City Writing Workshop
An online “How to Get Published” writing conference presented by Writing Day Workshops. I will be available for one-on-one pitches during the event weekend.
Nightmare Fuel – Release Day
In Nightmare Fuel, Nesseth explores the strange and often unexpected science of fear through the lenses of psychology and physiology. How do horror films get under our skin? What about them keeps us up at night, even days later? And why do we keep coming back for more?
Lumberjackula – Release Day
This hilarious middle grade graphic novel follows a half-vampire, half-lumberjack boy who feels torn between his parents and just wants to be a dancer.
Fangirl, Vol 2: The Manga – Release Day
The manga adaptation of the beloved novel featuring all-new scenes.
Bug Boys: Adventures & Daydreams – Release Day
When two bug friends leave their small hometown, they realize there’s a lot to learn about the outside world and themselves! This middle grade graphic novel series returns filled with friendship and adventure!
Writer's Digest University Boot Camp: Publishing Your Children's Book
Three agents from P.S. Literary Agency will teach you how to make your book stand out. As a registrant, you’ll receive access to four recorded presentations: Publishing Picture Books, Publishing Middle Grade, Publishing Young Adult, and Writing Query Letters. Then, you’ll have the chance to submit your query letter plus your picture book manuscript or a sample from your middle grade/young adult manuscript’s first chapter for critique.
SCBWI Austin 2022 Conference
As part of the faculty at SCBWI Austin’s 2022 Writers & Illustrators Working Conference, I am presenting the following events and workshops: “Building Your Brand” breakout session, “Ask an Agent” panel (with Minju Chang), and “Immersive Worldbuilding” novel intensive. I will also be available for one-on-one pitches and critiques.
SCBWI Iowa/Minnesota 2022 Picture Book Conference
As part of the faculty at SCBWI Iowa/Minnosta’s 2022 Picture Book Online Conference, I am presenting the “Visual Thinking for Picture Book Writers” session and providing written picture book manuscript critiques.