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I represent adult, young adult, and select middle-grade speculative fiction (including science fiction, horror, fantasy, and cross-genre books) at novel length that are diverse and inclusive. I have a soft spot for romance, mystery, and horror elements. I am looking for high concept, grounded work, that is voice-y, and has romance that consumes.

Fantasy

I love all kinds of fantasy, but I’m especially drawn to stories with the charm of Ella Enchanted and the wit of The Princess Bride. Whether it’s sweeping high fantasy, heartwarming cozy fantasy, or romantic fantasy with rich worldbuilding, I’m looking for immersive settings, a strong love story, and a high-concept plot. Give me adventure, humor, and swoon-worthy romance—whether it’s a daring quest, a fairy-tale reimagining, or a kingdom on the brink of change. I want magic, unforgettable characters, and a romance that feels epic.

Horror

I’m looking for stylish, voicey horror with a pop-culture edge—think Fear Street meets Jennifer’s Body with the wit of Scream Queens. I love everything from neon-lit slashers to eerie, atmospheric tales and campy, spooky fun (The Addams Family, whimsigoth vibes). Haunted malls, cursed festivals, creepy folklore, or slasher villains with a flair for the dramatic—I’m here for it all. Bonus points for queer leads, sharp humor, and horror that knows how to balance chills with fun.

Thrillers

I’m looking for dark, twisty thrillers with high stakes, social bite, and characters who keep me guessing. Think the tension of Ace of Spades, the campy suspense of You’re Not Supposed to Die Tonight, and the creeping dread of Where Sleeping Girls Lie. I love secrets, unreliable narrators, and friend groups unraveling under pressure. Boarding schools, locked-room mysteries, or urban legends come to life—give me fast-paced, binge-worthy thrillers with a sharp edge.

Gothic Stories

I want lush, atmospheric gothic tales dripping with mystery, romance, and the eerie allure of the unknown. Crumbling manors, misty graveyards, haunted corridors—I want settings that feel alive. Think Rebecca meets House of Salt and Sorrows, with eerie family secrets, doomed love, and an undercurrent of the supernatural. I love unreliable narrators, tragic figures, and heroines drawn toward danger despite themselves. Whether it’s gothic horror, fantasy, or historical, I’m looking for haunting, immersive reads that linger.

Middle Grade

I’m looking for spooky, voicey adventures that hook reluctant readers. Think eerie small towns, haunted houses, or cursed forests, with a sense of humor and a dash of heart. I love experimental formats—illustrated, interactive, or clever structures—and stories that feel like campfire tales come to life. The Night Gardener, Small Spaces, and City of Ghosts are perfect touchstones: spooky, magical, and unforgettable.

Romantic Comedies & Contemporary Romance

I’m looking for sharp, witty, slightly offbeat love stories with big personality. Think the whimsy of Hopelessly Teavoted, the dark humor of Love in the Time of Serial Killers, and the sizzling banter of The Devil She Knows. I love academic rivals, forced proximity, found-family friend groups, and romances that unfold with equal parts humor and heart. Give me characters I’d want to gossip about over drinks, chemistry that sparks off the page, and love stories that feel as fun as they are heartfelt.

Accessible & Fun Sci-Fi

I’m looking for sci-fi that’s fast-paced, character-driven, and bursting with personality. Think The Murderbot Diaries, The Long Way to a Small, Angry Planet, or Victories Greater Than Death. I want big ideas wrapped in fun, accessible storytelling—space operas with heart, time travel hijinks, or found families running from intergalactic trouble. Whether it’s a rompy heist, a first-contact gone wrong, or a reluctant hero thrown into chaos, I want sci-fi that’s smart, fun, and impossible to put down.

MG: 30–50k
YA: 70–80k (up to 100k for fantasy/spec)
Adult: 75–100k (up to 120k for fantasy/spec)


I am not the best fit for:
Picture books, non-fiction, novellas or short story collections, novels in verse, poetry, COVID stories, terminal illnesses, talking animals, historical fiction in WWI or WWII, robots, or humans against technology, heavy focus on trauma like rape, sexual assault, domestic abuse, or suicide, screenplays, religious texts, true crime, police procedurals

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