I’m a literary agent, writer, editor, and content specialist. I work at Renaissance Literary & Talent, a boutique full-service literary agency in Los Angeles representing authors of commercial and upmarket fiction, nonfiction, and illustrated books. I'm an expert project manager and all-around sharp, savvy communicator who is well-versed in crafting, editing, pitching, and marketing high-quality written material.
Nice to meet you!
I love the written word — stories from any time period, fact or fiction. Fascinated by ancient myth and the hero’s journey since childhood, I studied English, Classical Civilization, and Medieval Studies for my undergraduate degree and Screenwriting for my graduate degree, both at Boston University. I’m originally from Omaha, Nebraska and don’t think I’ll ever lose that friendly Midwestern disposition.
Agenting
I represent character-driven commercial and upmarket fiction with strong emotional stakes and narrative urgency. I’m particularly drawn to women’s fiction, historical fiction, romance, mystery, and thriller/suspense centered on complex relationships and layered moral tension. I’m looking for novels with a distinct voice and a fresh, market-aware premise. My sweet spot is fiction that balances heart and propulsion.
I also represent cookbooks, lifestyle books, and narrative nonfiction focused on culture, history, politics, and Jewish issues. I’m drawn to projects that uncover hidden stories or reframe familiar subjects in surprising, illuminating ways. Across categories, I look for work anchored by a strong, authentic voice and a clear point of view.
Writing
I curate collections of short fiction by famed suspense writer and legacy client Cornell Woolrich, whose backlist we publish through Villa Romana Books, the publishing arm of Renaissance Literary & Talent. I write in-depth introductions, which entails research and literary criticism. These collections are published in paperback and ebook by Villa Romana Books. I am versatile and can easily shift from sales-oriented pitch writing to press releases to academic literary criticism. I’m a great researcher, adept at gathering and analyzing information from primary and secondary sources.
Editing
My editorial style has helped writers and other editors communicate more effectively. I have a great eye for detail, whether that’s spelling and grammar or the intricacies of a narrative thread woven through a story. I’m nimble editorially, able to give developmental and line edits as well as copyedits. I’m familiar with AP, MLA, Chicago and APA styles, and can adapt to any style guide. I have experience working with and training AI models, understand AI's strengths and pitfalls, and can easily adapt and edit AI-generated content.
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