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Stephen Barbara

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InkWell Management·US

Agent profile summary

Represents
adult fictionyoung reader fiction
Looking for
High-quality fiction with a strong sense of plot in both adult and young reader spaces. A novel that hits big on an emotional level or, if nonfiction, changes the way he thinks about the world.
How to submit
Queries should be emailed to submissions@inkwellmanagement.com. In the body of your email, please include a query letter and a short writing sample (1-2 chapters). You may specify the name of the agent to whom you are submitting in the subject line.
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Last checked 24 Jul 2026·Last verified: 24 Jul 2026
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Stephen Barbara is a literary agent at InkWell Management based in US. Their list focuses on adult fiction and young reader fiction. Currently closed to submissions, with responses usually within two months if interested. Submissions via Email. For current guidelines, check the agent's own submission page linked below.

Age Categories

Adult, Young Reader

Response Time

Usually responds within two months if interested

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Paul Tremblay, Lauren Oliver, Clémence Michallon, Laura Amy Schlitz, Lisa Graff, Minh Lê, Krysten Ritter, Hannah Brown, Jessica Jung

Notes

Originally from New Haven. Graduate of University of Chicago with BA in English. While selective in taking on new clients, remains excited to discover great new writers. Agent for media company Storygiants.

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