Freddie brings with her seven years of fantastic agenting experience and a wealth of knowledge in children’s publishing and managing illustration talent. Her expertise, dynamism, and passion for nurturing client relationships and creative talent make her the perfect person to lead our ever-growing presence in the USA. Freddie said:
‘I am absolutely thrilled to be joining the Plum team at such an exciting time. I have long admired the agency and the wealth of talent they represent, and am very much looking forward to championing Plum’s brilliant illustrators and playing a part in the agency’s growth in the US.’
Freddie will work closely with our team to support both existing and new clients across North America.
‘We’re delighted to welcome Freddie to the Plum team and let her loose on the US Market,’ said Hannah Whitty, Director of The Plum Agency.
‘Freddie’s insight into the children’s publishing world and her proven track record of representing exceptional illustrators will be invaluable as we continue to connect global talent with inspiring opportunities.’
Freddie’s previous book deals include:
- New York Times Bestseller: illustrator Chloe Dominique’s Hope is a Rainbow by Hoda Kotb (published by Flamingo Books)
- New York Times Bestseller: Lucy Fleming’s Girls of the World by Linsey Davis and Michael Tyler (published by Zondervan)
- Children’s UK No. 1 Bestseller & shortlisted for the British Book Awards 2024: illustrator Matt Hunt’s Little People BIG DREAMS: King Charles by Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara (published by Quarto Publishing)
- Waterstones Children’s Book of the Year 2023 shortlist: illustrator Matt Hunt’s A Whale of Time by Lou Peacock (published by Nosy Crow)
- Lollies 2022 picture book winner: illustrator Chris Jevon’s 101 Bums by Sam Harper (published by Hodder Children’s Books)