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Taj McCoy

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Laura Dail Literary Agency·US

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Represents
mysteriesthrillerscoziescontemporary romanceromcomsupmarket women's fiction
+7 morememoirsnarrativescookbooksself-helpMG fictionYA fictionhistorical narratives
Looking for
Adult Fiction: High-stakes mysteries and thrillers, and funny cozies––especially ones featuring ensembles, intergenerational family dynamics, and/or main characters outside of law enforcement, military, or journalism; contemporary romance and romcoms; upmarket women's fiction. Adult Non-Fiction: memoirs, narratives, cookbooks involving family heritage, self-help with concrete takeaways, empowerment, cultural tradition, and parts of history not typically taught in school. MG and YA: commercial fiction, including contemporary fantasy, horror, romance, mystery, and thriller––including ones with spooky or paranormal elements––especially ones that grapple with identity and/or intersectionality with fresh perspectives.
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Last checked 24 Jul 2026·Last verified: 24 Jul 2026
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Taj McCoy is a literary agent at Laura Dail Literary Agency based in US. Their list focuses on genres including mysteries, thrillers, and cozies. Currently open to submissions, with responses usually within 2 months for queries, 12 weeks for manuscripts. Submissions via QueryManager. For current guidelines, check the agent's own submission page linked below.

Age Categories

Adult, Young Adult, Middle Grade

Response Time

Usually responds within 2 months for queries, 12 weeks for manuscripts

Notes

Currently closed to picture book manuscripts

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