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Kelly Dyksterhouse

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The Tobias Literary Agency·US

Agent profile summary

Represents
picture booksmiddle grade fictionmiddle grade non-fictionyoung adult fictionyoung adult non-fictiongraphic novels
Looking for
High concept stories with high level writing that bring something new to shelves. For middle grade, she loves books with ensemble casts, books about good kids making bad decisions, quests and hijinks, spooky stories and mysteries, and historical novels that feel relevant. For young adult, she seeks books with atmospheric settings, lush writing, and romance threaded through but not primary. She is particularly interested in fantasy told from unique perspectives, ghost stories, accessible science fiction, magical realism, and contemporary stories that challenge assumptions.
How to submit
Submissions through QueryManager only. Fiction requires completed manuscript. No simultaneous submissions to multiple agents at the agency.
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Last checked 22 Aug 2026·Last verified: 22 Aug 2026
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Kelly Dyksterhouse is a literary agent at The Tobias Literary Agency based in US. Their list focuses on genres including picture books, middle grade fiction, and middle grade non-fiction. Currently closed to submissions. Submissions via QueryManager. For current guidelines, check the agent's own submission page linked below.

Age Categories

Young Adult, Middle Grade, Picture Books

Notes

She also represents illustrators. Her agenting style is collaborative and editorial, helping authors develop projects from idea to polished manuscript.

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