Sterling Lord Literistic, Inc.·US
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- middle grade fictionyoung adult fictionupmarket women's fiction
- How to submit
Recently verified·Last verified: 13 May 2026
Elizabeth Bewley is a literary agent at Sterling Lord Literistic, Inc. based in US. Their list focuses on middle grade fiction, young adult fiction, and upmarket women's fiction. Submission status not confirmed at time of writing. For current guidelines, check the agent's own submission page linked below.
Age Categories
Middle Grade, Young Adult, Adult
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