Welcome
Make your mark.
1852 Literary Agency offers representation for both primary and subsidiary rights.
MEET THE TEAM
Heather Roberts
Heather Roberts
Heather Roberts
Owner/Founder/Agent
(she/her)
Heather is a licensed attorney (since 2009) and voracious reader. She started 1852 Media in 2016 to help authors market their books. She began 1852 Literary Agency to provide more writers an opportunity to publish and to help established authors reach their goals.
She is a member of the Association of American
Owner/Founder/Agent
(she/her)
Heather is a licensed attorney (since 2009) and voracious reader. She started 1852 Media in 2016 to help authors market their books. She began 1852 Literary Agency to provide more writers an opportunity to publish and to help established authors reach their goals.
She is a member of the Association of American Literary Agents.
Heather sits on the board of both After Action, a non-profit to help trauma survivors become entrepreneurs, as well as The Green Mountain Book Festival, a book festival located in Burlington, Vermont.
When not reading, you can find her taking care of her herd of goats, quilting, or spending time with her husband and adult children.
Veronica Adams
Heather Roberts
Heather Roberts
Senior Agent
(she/her)
Veronica joined 1852 Media in 2017 after several years of practicing law. A creative type at heart, her strengths shine in promotions and marketing, where she is free to be her quirky, imaginative self.
As a publicist, Veronica focuses on bringing individuals and businesses together with new audiences, as well as bu
Senior Agent
(she/her)
Veronica joined 1852 Media in 2017 after several years of practicing law. A creative type at heart, her strengths shine in promotions and marketing, where she is free to be her quirky, imaginative self.
As a publicist, Veronica focuses on bringing individuals and businesses together with new audiences, as well as building and strengthening each client’s unique brand.
As a literary agent, Veronica enjoys helping authors find new markets and readers and diversifying their streams of income.
When she’s not at her desk or doing market research (reading), you can find her spending time with her husband and son, playing with her small menagerie of pets, or watching professional hockey.
Becky Burrier
Heather Roberts
Becky Burrier
Acquisitions Manager
(she/her)
Becky is an experienced publishing professional with seven years in the industry, bringing expertise in acquisitions and editing. Her passion for literature began early, with cherished childhood reads like *The Babysitters Club*, sparking a love for storytelling that ultimately led her to her first romance
Acquisitions Manager
(she/her)
Becky is an experienced publishing professional with seven years in the industry, bringing expertise in acquisitions and editing. Her passion for literature began early, with cherished childhood reads like *The Babysitters Club*, sparking a love for storytelling that ultimately led her to her first romance novel, *The Conquest* by Jude Deveraux—a pivotal read that deepened her dedication to the romance genre.
In her work, Becky serves as both a copy editor and beta reader, collaborating closely with authors to refine their manuscripts. Her experience in acquisitions has further shaped her insight into what makes a story resonate with readers. Becky’s blend of editorial acumen and literary enthusiasm makes her an invaluable resource in the romance community.
Jackie Bitzer
Heather Roberts
Becky Burrier
Administrative Assistant
(she/her)
Jackie handles all social media and administrative tasks for the Agency - she's irreplaceable! She currently lives in Texas.
SUBMISSION GUIDELINES:
First Three Chapters + Summary
Submit the first three chapters and a summary of the work you wish for us to consider. If you are requesting representation for your backlist, please submit three chapters of either 1) your most recent work, 2) your bestselling work; or 3) work that you believe most represents your writing style.
Full Query Letter
Submit a full query letter. The letter should include 1) your goals for submitting; 2) short resume of your writing history; 3) why you are seeking agency; 4) any contractual history to the work you are submitting; and 5) if you are requesting subsidiary rights, your sales accomplishments.
Our Commitment
1852 Literary intends to proudly continue representing authors of all backgrounds. We are accepting submissions of romance novels in all sub-genres as well as works of fiction across multiple genres. If we choose to pass on your work at this time, please consider re-submitting another piece in the future.
Confidentiality
All submissions are confidential and are only shared with those working with our agency.
Please allow six to eight weeks for a reply.
Contact Us
If the form does not appear below or you prefer not to use it, please submit to query@1852media.com
