The O’Brien Press has announced a new representation deal with UK independent Frances Lincoln. Beginning in June 2010 Frances Lincoln will represent all of O’Brien Press’ titles both children’s and adult titles in the UK Book trade.
Compass-DSA currently handle UK representation of O’Brien Press’ adult titles and their children’s titles are handled in-house by the O’Brien Press team. The deal will mean the end of O’Brien Press’ 12 year partnership with Compass-DSA.
Commenting on the announcement Ivan O’Brien, MD of O’Brien Press, said:
We are delighted to announce Frances Lincoln as our new representatives in the UK book market. As like-minded long-established independents publishers, we are confident that we will make good partners and look forward to working with Frances Lincoln to bring our extensive list of adults and children’s titles to the UK market.

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