Literary agents for young adult — page 11

Phrasemill lists literary agents who want young adult, based on what they say on their public websites. “young adult” is a audience tag; its identifier is young-adult. 357 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 (251–275 of 357)

Rebecca Rodd
Levine Greenberg Rostan Literary Agency · US
In adult and YA, Rebecca’s interests cover a wide range of genres, but most of all, she is interested in grounded, speculative stories, page-turning contemporary romance, non-linear storytelling, and elevated writing acr…
Faye Atchison
Margret McBride Literary Agency · US
Faye is interested in in both commercial and niche fiction and nonfiction. Fiction interests include YA, speculative fiction, commercial fantasy, women’s fiction, historical fiction, sci-fi, paranormal, unconventional w…
Jen Newens
Martin Literary Management · US
A subject matter expert in food and drink titles, Jen spent more than two decades as a cookbook editor and writer (she even went to culinary school!). She’s experienced in working with celebrity chefs, business owners, c…
Bridget McCarthy
McCormick Literary · US
Says: “young adult fiction”
They are seeking literary and commercial fiction, young adult fiction, narrative nonfiction, memoir, and cookbooks.
Christa Heschke
McIntosh & Otis · US
Christa has been at McIntosh and Otis, Inc. in the Children’s Literature Department since 2009 where she is actively acquiring for all age groups in children’s. Christa is taking on picture books very sparingly and is n…
Daniele Hunter
McIntosh & Otis · US
Daniele is open to young adult, middle grade, and picture books. Her top priority is contemporary, but she’s also open to contemporary fantasy, and sparingly considers genre fantasy/speculative, suspense, romance, and hi…
Tanya McKinnon
McKinnon Literary · US
I represent serious nonfiction, literary fiction, children's books, and graphic novels. Growing up all over—Africa, Europe, the Caribbean, and the US—I found my home in books where writers confront the chaos of reality…
Curtis Russell
P.S. Literary Agency · CA
Says: “…oversees PSLA’s day-to-day business operations and financial administration, including auditing royalty statements, processing payments, and serving as a liaison between clients, agents, publishers,…”
Curtis represents a wide-ranging and diverse list that reflects his broad literary interests. His talent for identifying creators with standout ideas across categories has helped shape PSLA’s growth, and his ability to s…
Peter Knapp
Park, Fine & Brower Literary Management · US
Peter Knapp is a partner and agent, representing adult, young adult, and middle grade fiction. He is looking for both emerging voices and established authors, and what drew him to the agenting side of the business is no…
Holly McGhee
Pippin Properties · US
Says: “…for our clients' projects, marketing plans, and careers —be it picture books, middle-grade, young adult, graphic novels, novelty, and adult trade projects.”
she is dedicated to shepherding books that make a difference into the world
Rebecca Friedman
Rebecca Friedman Literary Agency · US
Rebecca is interested in commercial and literary fiction with a focus on literary novels of suspense, women’s fiction, contemporary romance, and young adult, as well as journalistic non-fiction and memoir. Most of all,…
Juliana McBride
Rebecca Friedman Literary Agency · US
Juliana loves commercial and literary fiction, stories that explore relationships as well as make her laugh, in women’s fiction, contemporary adult coming of age, new adult, light speculative fiction, young adult, cozy m…
Paul Rodeen
Rodeen Literary Management · US
Says: “Between 2004 and 2008, he expanded his list of clients to include over a dozen talented writers and illustrators of picture books, middle grade novels, and young adult fiction.”
Rachel Altemose
Says: “contemporary young adult romance”
Kristin Ostby
Salky Literary Management · US
She represents authors of middle grade, young adult, and adult fiction, as well as picture book author/illustrators, and she is actively looking for adult mystery, thriller, and romance, as well as nonfiction focusing on…
Erika Stevens
Says: “contemporary young adult romance”
Bailey Tamayo
Sanford J. Greenburger Associates · US
Bailey is seeking middle grade, YA, and adult speculative fiction, fantasy, sci fi, horror, and anything in between—especially when the genre is a unique setting for the deeply human stories underneath. She is drawn to…
Meagan Burgad
SBR Media · US
Says: “Contemporary YA that explores identity, belonging, or mental health”
Meagan is actively seeking Adult & YA Fiction in the following categories: Women’s fiction with emotional depth and smart, layered protagonists. Romantasy with strong world-building and either slow-burn tension or extra…
Sean McCarthy
Sean McCarthy Literary Agency · US
He is drawn to flawed, multifaceted characters with devastatingly concise writing in YA, and character-driven work or smartly paced mysteries/adventures in MG. In picture books, he looks more for unforgettable characters…
Kelly Thomas
Serendipity Literary Agency · US
Says: “young adult titles”
Kelly considers herself a generalist who is drawn to lyrical writing and strong voices. She is especially interested in nonfiction (narrative, practical, prescriptive, academic, commercial, and trade), where she looks f…
Gaia Banks
Sheil Land Associates · London
Says: “FICTION: book club fiction children's and YA contemporary fiction commercial women's fiction crime/mystery/thrillers fantasy genre…”
Natalie Barracliffe
Sheil Land Associates · London
Says: “Young Adult fiction, specifically thrillers, fantasy and romance”
As I grow my list, I’m particularly interested in fantasy/romantasy, thrillers and romances in the Adult and Young Adult market. I'm specifically looking for a paranormal romance, and a dark academia book with a strong…
Madelyn Knecht
Storm Literary Agency · US
Says: “Young Adult fantasy”
Madelyn loves queer stories with dark twists and rich worlds, especially in fantasy and light science fiction. Her favorites include Young Adult fantasy and Adult with fantastic characters you can't help but love. Age G…
Shari Maurer
Stringer Literary Agency · Florida and New York
Says: “…Middle Grade Fiction Childrens Middle Grade Non Fiction Childrens Picture Book Childrens Young Adult Fiction Childrens Young Adult Non Fiction Childrens General Experience 3 Years of Industry…”
Marlene Stringer
Stringer Literary Agency · Florida and New York
Says: “…Mystery Fiction Paranormal Scifi Fantasy Thriller Fiction Romance General Fiction Childrens Young Adult Fiction Experience 25+ Years of Industry Experience 2008 Member Since Submission Requirements…”

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