I create a really unique PDF proposal for each project that goes out on submission. "Marcelo Gleiser, NPR, "Philosopher Rebecca Goldstein probes why Plato--and the philosophical enterprise itself--remain a force in science and culture . I would also LOVE to find an illustrator who can transport me into another world the way Tran Nguyen can do with her illustrations. Before joining the agency, she was a Library Information Supervisor at Brooklyn Public Library. Shes spectacular! E-Mail: To protect agents from spam, email addresses are hidden except to logged-in members. Janklow & Nesbit (UK) Ltd. was established in 2000 to provide the same level of service and expertise to British and European-based writers. While I do have author/illustrators on my list, I am always looking for picture book writers. Then it went away, and I was a happy little atheist. After earning her Ph.D. she returned to her alma mater, where she taught courses in philosophy of science and philosophy of mind and philosophy of mathematics. If an author knows what to expect from the agent, they are less likely to feel out of the loop. I am also very big on transparency. Rebecca Goldstein is a MacArthur Fellow, a professor of philosophy, and the author of five novels and a collection of short stories. [30], In 2007, she married[31] cognitive psychologist Steven Pinker.[32]. Definitely Picture Books and Middle Grade! To me the process is still mysterious. Adult Action and Adventure that centers around elderly women putting down knitting needles and picking up nunchucks. Aside from Barnard, Goldstein has taught in the Columbia MFA writing program and in the department of philosophy at Rutgers, has been a visiting scholar at Brandeis University, and taught for five years as a Visiting Professor in the Department of Philosophy at Trinity College in Hartford, Connecticut. For Middle Grade, I love the Serafina series by Robert Beatty. Goldsteins latest book Plato at the Googleplex was published in 2014. Please include the word query and your book title in the subject line. Goldstein discusses the difference between writing nonfiction and fiction. Susan is fond of charismatic characters, twisty plots, and happy endings. . The initial phone call I have with an author is the best way for me to get an idea of what it would be like to work with them. . 16) Whats your average response time to a query? Rebecca came from an illustrious literary family and was a remarkable writer and poet herself. Publishing Agent Rebecca Angus was a new agent at Golden Wheat Literary. It was some time during her tenure at Barnard that, again to her own surprise, she used a summer vacation to write her first novel,The Mind-Body Problem, whichwas published by Random House and went on to become a critical and popular success. She serves on the Council on Values of the World Economic Forum,[26] and on the advisory board of the Secular Coalition for America. WebRebecca is a Vice President and the Rights Director of The Gernert Company, which she joined in 2009. There are many illustrators who are strong in one particular area, and that area is showcased in their portfolio (ie; animals, scenery, expressions etc). Her latest novel,Thirty-Six Arguments for the Existence of God: A Work of Fiction, was published by Pantheon Books in 2010 in the U.S. and by Atlantic Grove in the U.K. that same year. She was a Phi Beta Kappa graduate in Classics at the University of Colorado in Boulder. In 1996, she was named a MacArthur Fellow, the prize popularly known as the Genius award. Young Adult literaryfiction about love, family and hope and will make me ugly cry. Its always a goal to have my clients win awards for their writing, or illustration work. Sex and physics turn out to have a lot in common in the latest from Goldstein ( Mazel , 1995, etc. I think it varies from day to day, but the majority consists of emails, submissions, and client manuscript reading. A project that I really love/connect to that has a word count around 700-800 I will likely send back a revise and resubmit request with specific notes on where I think the story could be tightened to help save on word count. My clients have access to all of their submission info, including editors, publishers, and dates of contact. In 1996, she was named a MacArthur Fellow, the prize popularly known as the Genius award. I was honored to have the opportunity to sit down with veteran producer and literary manager Gary W. Goldstein (PrettyWoman, Last year I was actively building my client list. In all genres, she's looking for a compelling story, clear concept, fresh voice and emotional hearta work that grabs you from the first page. Many of them have formed lifelong friendships, and are even CPs for their different projects. I think all three are important to establish from day one. Oct 29, 2014. Subscribe to THE DAILY GRIND to get news and other updates. Rebecca Newberger Goldstein grew up in White Plains, New York, and graduated summa cum laude from Barnard College, receiving the Montague Prize for Excellence in Philosophy. It can bring so much excitement to my job, but there is also a risk for heartbreak. She has a love for Childrens Literature, and Education. Like Alan, shes a novelist, using fiction to explore 36 Arguments for the Existence of God and imagining the Greek philosopher Plato coming back to life and engaging in a book tour, including lecturing at the Googleplex. Can science and religion be reconciled, or is there a fundamental tension between them? Rebecca Angus Literary Agent was a literary agent with Golden Wheat Literary. I also so frequently see picture books queries with way too high of a word count. 10) When reviewing an author/illustrators portfolio, what are you looking for in their illustrations? The characters in 36 Arguments For the Existence of God explore the great moral issues of our day in a novel that is deeply moving and a joy to read. "Times Higher Education Supplement(UK), "The sparkle & vivacity of a Shaw play She brings off this tour de force with madcap brilliance & commanding authority. The waiting part can be especially frustrating. The opinions expressed in this project are those of the writers and producers and do not necessarily reflect the views of the John Templeton Foundation. [25] She has held visiting fellowships at the Radcliffe Institute, Brandeis University, the Santa Fe Institute, Yale University, and Dartmouth College. In 1996 Goldstein became a MacArthur Fellow, receiving the prize which is popularly known as the Genius Award. In awarding her the prize, the MacArthur Foundation described her work in thefollowing words: Rebecca Goldstein is a writer whose novels and short stories dramatize the concerns of philosophy without sacrificing the demands of imaginative storytelling. 24) Whats your favorite part of the publishing process? In 2008, she was designated a Humanist Laureate by the International Academy of Humanism, and was awarded an Honorary Doctorate by Emerson College, where she gave the commencement address. A great example of this would be LeUyem Pham, or Dow Phumiruk. is truly remarkable, not least because she has dared to make the experience of learning about Platos philosophy highlypleasurable. So, for example, he visits the Googleplex, the headquarters of Google, in Mountain View CA and discusses with both his media escort and a software engineer whether ethics can be crowdsourced. Young Adult historicalromance set in the Middle East. I have conference availability this summer (in TX, NM, AZ, and CO), and I am always looking to schedule events for future dates. Rebecca Newberger Goldstein (born February 23, 1950) is an American philosopher, novelist, and public intellectual. I am currently closed to queries, but when Im open I do try and peek at the query inbox at least once a day. She previously worked in academic publishing and Spanish translation and interpretation and is a graduate of Occidental College. Rebecca and her husband, Steven Pinker, one of the world's leading cognitive scientists, have been called "the brainiest power couple in America" by Salon magazine. "Now that you're famous, even I might have to take you seriously." Richly insightful, beautifully written, it is at once introduction, exploration and application, revealing the fascination and significance of philosophical ideas and their relevance to life. I would love more chapter book submissions! Make sure if you use medical or other science-y elements, you get your facts straight. Why do I have to complete a CAPTCHA? This new focus shaped the next two of her books. In the past, she has worked as a submission and editorial intern for an independent romance publisher, and interned with GWL before her promotion to agent in 2015. Book Agent Rebecca Angus had four years of experience in publishing. Janklow & Nesbit authors have garnered every major accolade from the Pulitzer Prize to the Academy Award. As soon as I get news, I always share it with my authors. A Middle Grade or Young Adult sports themed project with culturally diverse characters. Matching quality writers to leading publishers, our agents skills are supported by an integrated foreign rights team with deep publishing relationships in markets throughout the world. Her book of short stories,Strange Attractors, received a National Jewish Book Honor Award. I wish I had the ability to speed things up, but the majority of these moving pieces inside the publishing industry are out of my control. Why do you think that is and is there anything you feel writers should know when considering writing a chapter book? WebRebecca Goldstein, writer, professor of philosophy, and winner of a MacArthur Genius Award, is the author of the new novel, 36 Arguments for the Existence of God (2010), the humorous tale of a celebrity psychology professor, and his struggles with fame, truth, illusion, atheism and belief. What I need to see is an illustrators range of style, texture, character, and settings. Shes not dismayed by the future heat-death of the Universe, but instead relishes the experience of being alive, now, and living in the moment. Plato is brought marvelously to life and relevance in these passionate pages. Her latest book isPlato at The Googleplex: Why Philosophy Won't Go Away. Goldstein has described the book, which combines elements of memoir, biography, history, and philosophical analysis, as "the eighth book I'd published, but [the] first in which I took the long-delayed and irrevocable step of integrating my private and public selves". Right now Im still closed to unsolicited queries, but when Im open to submission, I do try and respond back with 3-4 months. 20) In your opinion what makes for a successful author-agent relationship? After interning on both the publishing side, and the agent side, she set her sights on becoming a Literary Agent, finding her home at Golden Wheat Literary. My least favorite part would be sharing bad news with my authors, the unpredictable speed of publishing, and the drama that can sometimes occur in Childrens Literature (especially on social media). WebRebecca received her Bachelors degree in English from (the illustrious) Spelman College and holds a Masters degree in Library Science from CUNY Queens College. Rebecca Angus is a Senior Literary Agent with Golden Wheat Literary. Since then shes earned her Masters Certificate in Childrens Literature, and her Masters in Early Childhood Education and Literacy. I would really love a quirky Chapter Book or Middle Grade series with geeky kids, weird monsters, or strange animals. 25) Are there any upcoming conferences or twitter events youll be participating in? Rebecca expresses her wonder at the fact that humans even exist at all, and suggests that we should appreciate every moment. Adult contemporary about a cut-throat fashion industry and the romance that shouldn't be a priority over creativity. . AAR/AALA Member: No. My Masters in Education is focused on early literacy development. Our highest priority is the success of our authors. WebMs. The agency began as Morton L. Janklow Associates, founded by attorney Morton Janklow in 1977. 9) Can you provide us with traditionally-published picture books that you love and are in the vein of picture books youd like to rep? Its the feeling of finding something extraordinary that drives me every day. Before joining DeFiore and Co., Rebecca was at McIntosh and Otis for seven years where she was an agent and Director of Subsidiary Rights. Rebecca graduated from Texas A&M University with a BA in Science. She spent four years at Penguin Random House, Inc., first as the Director of Foreign Rights for The Doubleday Publishing Group, and then as Vice President & Director of Subsidiary Rights for The Random House Publishing Group. Goldstein had become increasingly interested not only in the arguments that philosophers construct, but also in the person behind the arguments, and, in particular, the individually variable core intuitions brought to bear in philosophical thinking. There's one tonight. Her aim had been to study Leibniz more closely, motivated by her interests in philosophy of science and philosophy of mathematics. While in graduate school she was awarded a National Science Foundation Fellowship and a Whiting Foundation Fellowship. Her first novel, The Mind-Body Problem, was a critical and commercial success. In short, I wanted to write a philosophically motivated novel. I would love to see their illustration credits expand over the next five years. Her book of short stories,Strange Attractors, received a National Jewish Book Honor Award. Its always nice to have a personalize query, but I dont think it will make or break a query. She also decided to fill in her gaps in the history of philosophy, volunteering to teach a course on the 17th century rationalists. She's originally from Chapel Hill, North Carolina and earned her degree in English Literature from Duke University. Its a rollercoaster! WebGoldstein has served as a judge for many book prizes, including the Koret International Jewish Book Award, the Sammy Rohr Prize in Jewish Literature, and the 2008 National Book Award in Fiction. [14], In 1983, Goldstein published her first novel, The Mind-Body Problem, a serio-comic tale of the conflict between emotion and intelligence, combined with reflections on the nature of mathematical genius, the challenges faced by intellectual women, and Jewish tradition and identity. She has written a hilarious novel about people's existential agonies, a page-turner about the intellectual mysteries that obsess them. In 2011, she delivered the Tanner Lectures on Human Values at Yale University, "The Ancient Quarrel: Philosophy and Literature". Im also judging a few AMAZING writing contests this year, but the judges havent been announced yet so I cant share more info on that until later. Rebecca Sherman Writers House 21 West 26th Street New York, NY 10010 E-Mail: To protect agents from spam, email addresses are hidden except to logged-in members. The vacuum is filled by intellectual temperament, varying from one thinker to the next, expressive of his or her entire orientation toward reality (including orientations that reject any notion of reality). After earning her Ph.D. she returned to her alma mater, where she taught courses in philosophy of science and philosophy of mind and philosophy of mathematics. I would be a cross between Miss Frizzle (from the Magic School bus) and the amazing Jodie Whittaker (Dr. Who). She has earned Our highly respected legal team not only ensures pristine contracts, but works with our agents on the complex deal structures that are required in the changing world of intellectual property management. There are frequent times where Im balancing my Agent responsibilities, as well taking care of a toddler while my husband is deployed, or in the field for weeks at a time. Her most recent novel is 36 Arguments for the Existence of God: A Work of Fiction (2010),[3] which explores ongoing controversies over religion and reason through the tale of a professor of psychology who has written an atheist best-seller, while his life is permeated with secular versions of religious themes such as messianism, divine genius, and the quest for immortality. I want my clients projects to be in the hands of readers who will love them as much as I do. In short, I wanted to write a philosophically motivated novel."[15]. WebLiterary Agents Ms. Rebecca Eskildsen Writers House Become a QueryTracker Member Join QueryTracker to access more query and agent information, including Search tools to help you find the right agent for your book. We offer the care and personal attention of a boutique agency and the strength and expertise of a large firm. 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It can bring so much excitement to my job, but there is also a risk for heartbreak. In 2006 she received a Guggenheim Fellowship and a Radcliffe Fellowship. I am very fortunate to have a FANTASTIC list of clients who are incredibly supportive, encouraging, and work hard to build one another up. Goldstein has been designated Humanist of the Year 2011 by the American Humanist Association, and Freethought Heroine 2011 by the Freedom from Religion Foundation. It can feel a bit like running in a hamster wheel every day, so to change things up I spend my evenings working on edits for my clients projects, or reading new manuscripts. That being said, its just as important for me as an Agent to follow through with the expectations I have promised the client. She was also appointed a Visiting Professor of Philosophy at the New College of the Humanities in London, U.K. in 2011, and continues to lecture there. Health, Life, Joy, Peace, Contentment, Hope. WebAuthors Represented: Peter Bergen, James Carroll, Amy Chua, Matthew Crawford, Meghan Daum, Andrea Elliott, Sheri Fink, Atul Gawande, Malcolm Gladwell, Rebecca Goldstein, Eliza Griswold, Lev Grossman, Laura Hillenbrand, Hope Jahren, Patrick Keefe, Gideon Lewis Kraus, Adrian Nicole LeBlanc, Jill Lepore, Rick Perlstein, Joanna Smith Rakoff, *BothSecular and/or Christian themes welcome. Others only want an update when there is news to share (bad or good). I know this isnt a particularly recent title, but I would still love to find a MG project which gives me a similar experience to A MONSTER CALLS (Patrick Ness). Rebecca Newberger Goldstein grew up in White Plains, New York, and graduated summa cum laude from Barnard College. I can easily find the connection piece they are missing, but I can also find a long chain of plot problems just as easily. Brilliantly re-creating Platos philosophic dialogues, Goldstein transports the ancient Greek philosopher to the twenty-first-century headquarters of Google, where his probing voice engages three modern hosts in exploring what knowledge means in an age of computerized crowd sourcing Booklist (starred)"Rebecca Goldstein has written a timely book about our own age by taking us back to an earlier agethat of the ancient Greeks. Pan), and STARFISH (Akemi Dawn Bowman). WebBefore joining DeFiore and Co., Rebecca was at McIntosh and Otis for seven years where she was an agent and Director of Subsidiary Rights. To a partial or full? Goldstein said she wrote the book to "insert 'real life' intimately into the intellectual struggle. After reading this book you will . Copyright Janklow & Nesbit Associates 2019. For me, my educational goals really bridged my two working environments together. For an Agent, this is specific to responses on submissions, publication timelines for upcoming titles, the length of time it takes to negotiate or finalize a contract, and even the amount of time we have to wait to share amazing book news. In 2008, she was designated a Humanist Laureate by the International Academy of Humanism, and was awarded an Honorary Doctorate by Emerson College, where she gave the commencement address. Why has religion suddenly burst onto the American public square, with Religionists and Secularists arguing over everything from the educational requirements in public schools to the nature of morality? It was some time during her tenure at Barnard that, again to her own surprise, she used a summer vacation to write her first novel,The Mind-Body Problem. 5) What do you love most about working within childrens literature? Prior to M&O, she was a foreign rights associate at Trident Media Group, and a book scout Penguin Random House Speakers Bureau represents bestselling authors, literary legends, cutting-edge thinkers, and current tastemakersthe best selection of speakers for your event under one roof. I have been extremely fortunate over the last 18 months as my client list has grown. Chuck Sambuchino. I am hoping to open back up for submissions this summer. I also love difference color pallets. She is a science picture book writer who I LOVE, and shes published by Scholastic. Do you always respond? In 2005 she was elected to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences. I think chapter books need to be engaging and unique to really draw the reader in. The book is felicitously written, impressively researched, insightful, important, entertaining, independent-minded, and glowing with intelligence. The citation reads for bringing philosophy into conversation with culture. To receive PBChat updates and reminders, please subscribe to our mailing list (no spam guarantee). Hear from Rebecca on how they weave their separate and intensely academic professional lives into a shared personal life. Picture books without conflict, or without a strong plot arc. She holds a BA from Barnard College and a JD from the George Washington University Law Center. Richly insightful, beautifully written, it is at once introduction, exploration and application, revealing the fascination and significance of philosophical ideas and their relevance to life." question your views and knowledge about politics, psychology, science, history, and ethics.New York Journal of Books, "Rebecca Newberger Goldsteins erudition, coupled to her literary skill, makesPlato at the Googleplexinviting and readable without sacrificing complexity. Website: www.writershouse.com/ Blog: www.rebeccaeskildsen.com/ Twitter: rleskildsen. 12) What are some recent middle grade and young adult titles that youve especially enjoyed or are in the same vein of stories youd like to be queried with? Some of my authors want a weekly update, even if there are no changes. I had just come through an emotional time, having not only become a mother but having also lost my father, whom I adored. Grayling, author of The God Argument, A MacArthur Fellow and award-winning author of fiction and nonfiction, Goldstein always delivers something exciting for inquiring minds. Barbara Hofferts MY PICK, Library Journal, >> Read Full Reviews>> Read Press Release, AmazonAudibleBarnes and NobleIndieboundiTunes, [A] remarkably alive, ruminative new work. "Wall Street Journal"She presents Plato at his best and most relevantthe Plato most deserving of our attention. The novel is a curious mixture of the Victorian repressiveness about sex, intricate stories within stories, and Jewish humor. WebRebecca Newberger Goldstein grew up in White Plains, New York, and graduated summa cum laude from Barnard College, receiving the Montague Prize for Excellence in Philosophy and immediately went on to graduate work at Princeton University, receiving her Goldstein, born Rebecca Newberger, grew up in White Plains, New York. 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