Maria Vicente

Maria Vicente is a Senior Literary Agent and Advisor at P.S. Literary Agency representing innovative and beautifully written (and often illustrated) books for readers of all ages. The books she loves range across categories and genres, which is reflected in her eclectic client list. With a decade of experience in the industry, Maria connects her clients with the very best publishing partners to bring their stories to readers across the globe. She has launched the careers of many bestselling, award winning, and critically acclaimed authors and illustrators. Whether it’s collaborating on early manuscript drafts and proposals, negotiating book deals, or planning for long-term success, she advocates for her clients behind-the-scenes every step of the way. Maria is a determined negotiator and meticulous contracts reviewer who continues to expect and secure fair terms for her clients in all their literary business affairs. She lives in New Brunswick, Canada, reading and selling books from the Atlantic Ocean shore.