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Elana Roth Parker
Laura Dail Literary Agency, Inc.
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About
Elana Roth Parker is a literary agent at Laura Dail Literary Agency, Inc., where she focuses primarily on children's literature including middle grade and young adult fiction and nonfiction. She has been agenting for many years and previously worked at other agencies before joining LDLA. She is known for her strong editorial eye and focus on kid-centered storytelling.
Currently Looking For
Commercial-leaning middle-grade, YA, and adult novels with strong plots and voices. MG: funny, mad-cap adventures, magic discovery, friendship/family stories. YA: romantic tropes, sweeping feelings, well-drawn worlds, twists, humor. Adult: rom-com, romance, mystery/thriller, cozy fantasy/sci-fi. Escapist, plot-driven, diverse, high emotional stakes. NOT: Christmas stories, talking animals, gory/nightmare content.
Submission Guidelines
Query via QueryManager at https://QueryManager.com/queryelana. Agent seeks commercial fiction with strong plots and voices. Prefers escapist reads over literary/dark content. High-concept or plot-driven narratives.
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