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The Tobias Literary Agency·US

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Represents
young adult fictionadult romanceadult science fictionadult fantasyadult speculative fictionmiddle grade fiction
Looking for
Query Letter, Synopsis, First 3 Chapters
How to submit
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Recently verified·Last verified: 2 May 2026

Sarah N. Fisk is a literary agent at The Tobias Literary Agency based in US. Their list focuses on genres including young adult fiction, adult romance, and adult science fiction. Currently open to submissions. Submissions via QueryManager. For current guidelines, check the agent's own submission page linked below.

Age Categories

Adult, Young Adult, Middle Grade

Notes

Former mechanical engineer who switched to publishing in 2011. Hosts the podcast Queries, Qualms, and Quirks. Does not represent hardcore horror, stories centered around ruling empires, or stories centered around sexual assault. Uses they/them pronouns and prefers to be addressed as Dear Sarah without honorific.

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RepresentsFantasy, mystery, horror, speculative fiction, romance, picture books, middle grade, young adult, graphic novels
Looking forShe is primarily looking for bold, emotional narratives with layered characters, lyrical and atmospheric writing, voicey genre-blending tales, big stakes, speculative worlds filled with haunting quietly wondrous magic, sharply funny rom-coms and coming of age narratives, witty and heartfelt picture books, and fearless storytellers tackling big ideas. She loves working with and supporting marginalized authors and their stories.
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Looking forShe is looking for historical fiction, funny witty modern romances, anything medieval, and exciting historical romances and fiction based on real characters. She wants women's fiction, rom-coms and romances including romantasy, horromance, and cozy romance that are timely, fresh, high-concept with unique hooks. She seeks stories around immigration, cultural differences, mother-daughter stories, dysfunctional families, and found family themes.
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RepresentsMiddle grade, young adult, romance, science fiction, fantasy, commercial fiction, contemporary fiction
Looking forShe is looking for characters who aren't afraid to stand up for their convictions and beliefs. She's open to all genres of middle grade and especially loves stories that push the Middle Grade boundary. She represents all genres in Young Adult and in adult fiction adores swoony romances, light science fiction or fantasy, commercial fiction, and heartwarming or heart wrenching contemporaries. She enjoys feminist stories that highlight women's experiences, strong female friendship narratives, unique voices, diverse perspectives, vivid settings, and stories that explore tough topics.
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RepresentsPicture books, middle grade fiction, middle grade non-fiction, young adult fiction, young adult non-fiction, graphic novels
Looking forHigh 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.
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