Shadra Strickland
Painted Words
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Updated: 9/16/2025
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Shadra Strickland has been a part of the Painted Words family since 2008 as an award-winning illustrator and author.
She is stepping up as an agent-at-large to help develop and represent new talent within the industry.
Shadra is interested in humorous character driven picture books, graphic novels and picture books that highlight unique cultural experiences, lyrical texts, and unique illustration styles.
Shadra also enjoys helping illustrators find their writing voice.
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