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Katie Erickson

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Jennifer De Chiara Literary Agency·US

Agent profile summary

Represents
picture booksmiddle gradeyoung adultadult fictionnon-fictiongraphic novels
+4 morefantasyscience fictionmysterygaming
Looking for
She seeks character-driven stories that explore what it means to be human while leaving room for hope, with diverse characters and high-stakes, fast-paced plots. She particularly wants author-illustrators for picture books, graphic novels, and non-fiction, cozy mysteries with fantasy and romance elements, and gaming-related books.
How to submit
Submit queries via QueryManager only. For picture books, send query with full text and portfolio link for author-illustrators. For middle grade and Young Adult or adult fiction, send query, synopsis, and first 10 pages. For non-fiction, send query, table of contents, and sample chapter. For graphic novels, send query only with materials available upon request.
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Last checked 25 Aug 2026·Last verified: 25 Aug 2026
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Katie Erickson is a literary agent at Jennifer De Chiara Literary Agency based in US. Their list focuses on genres including picture books, middle grade, and young adult. Currently closed to submissions, with responses usually within 6 weeks. Submissions via QueryManager. For current guidelines, check the agent's own submission page linked below.

Age Categories

Adult, Young Adult, Middle Grade, Picture Books

Response Time

Usually responds within 6 weeks

Notes

Only accepts submissions from authors who also illustrate at a professional level. Currently closed to queries except first few days of each month. Does not want AI-generated art, sexual assault, erotica, harm to animals, gore, or moralistic books.

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