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Literary agents looking for books about coming of age — page 3

Phrasemill lists literary agents who want coming of age, based on what they say on their public websites. “coming of age” is a theme tag; its identifier is coming-of-age. 56 agents currently want it. Agents whose websites say they are closed to submissions are omitted. The quoted evidence for each tag is on the agent's profile. How it works.

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Agents (51–56 of 56)

  • Hellie Ogden

    William Morris Endeavor · US

    Says: “stories with a big heart and voice that tackle the often messy side of growing up”

    She represents fiction, children's books and non-fiction and enjoys novels with bold storytelling, moving prose and vivid, thought-provoking characters. She is actively taking on new clients and as an editorially focuse…

  • Ava Grayson

    Lowenstein Associates · US

    Ava is a modern romantic with a taste for all things magical and dramatic. She is actively building her list in literary fiction, horror, romantasy, gothic, YA, romance, fantasy, and narrative nonfiction. Ava is also loo…

  • Macey Howell

    WordLink, Incorporated · US

    Says: “coming-of-age themes that speak to a young reader's perspective and concerns”

    Macey is looking for literary fiction, romance, fantasy, psychological suspense and horror, narrative nonfiction, and cross-genre works that encompass any mix of these elements. She especially loves stylistically unconv…

  • Mackenzie Brady Watson

    DeFiore & Company · US

    Says: “examine the formative relationships (romantic or platonic) of youth”

    She is actively looking for compelling, deeply researched narrative non-fiction that guides readers toward a better understanding of the societal forces and systems that shape their lives, whether it takes the form of "b…

  • Marisa A. Corvisiero, Esq.

    Corvisiero Literary Agency · US

    Says: “stories that show growth”

    Marisa will judge each story not just on the writing, but also with an eye toward finding creative stories with well developed plots and rich characters with unique voices. She is always hoping for stories with standout…

  • Jess Taylor

    Martin Literary Management · US

    Young adult, new adult, select romance She champions books with diverse characters and settings and is currently building her list in the following genres: My knowledge of YA is extensive, as I've been reading the genr…

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