New Agent Alert: Stephanie DeVita of Dystel & Goderich

Reminder: Newer agents are golden opportunities for new writers because they’re likely building their client list; however, always make sure your work is as perfect as it can be before submitting, and only query agencies that are a great fit for your work. Otherwise, you’re just wasting time and postage. She is seeking: She is interested in all subjects, including memoir, young adult, romance, and practical and narrative nonfiction.
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As of 2013, Stephanie is no longer agenting.
Do not query her.

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Reminder: New literary agents (with this spotlight featuring Stephanie DeVita of Dystel & Goderich) are golden opportunities for new writers because each one is a literary agent who is likely building his or her client list.

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About Stephanie: Stephanie first joined Dystel & Goderich as an intern during her third year at New York University, and she continued interning with DGLM through her senior year. Upon graduating from NYU with a degree in English and American Literature, she was given the opportunity to join the team full-time and begin building her career in publishing.

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She is seeking: She is interested in all subjects, including memoir, young adult, romance, and practical and narrative nonfiction.

How to submit: [Stephanie is no longer agenting.]

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