Being a part of the publishing world wasn’t in my initial plan, but ever since I found a place at Corvisiero Literary Agency, I can’t imagine doing anything else. I’ve had a long love affair with literature of all types, having been a reader since the age of three. As a result, I have a wide variety of taste in genres, but at this time, I’m primarily looking for fantasy, science fiction, literary, and historical works. Projects that blend genres are always intriguing to me, especially if it involves lyrical writing that sweeps a reader away. I am mostly interested in fiction for young adult, new adult, and adult. I am pulled in by character-driven stories with dark themes and unique narrative voices, complex plots, twisty mysteries that keep me guessing, and atmospheric settings. In non-fiction, I am looking for projects showcasing unique experiences, especially those from underrepresented voices. I’d love to bring projects focusing on BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, and differently abled stories to the forefront.
For YA & Adult audiences, I am looking for
Fantasy and Magical Realism with a balance between character and plot with strong imagery (soft spot for religious and philosophical themes). I also love unique world building, especially if it has a sense of mystery. These are my most read genres, so I can fall for anything like: Empire of the Vampire by Jay Kristoff, A Darker Shade of Magic by V.E. Schwab, Yumi and the Nightmare Painter by Brandon Sanderson, The Last Tale of the Flower Bride by Roshani Chokshi Speculative Fiction written with intent to spark a larger conversation or make the reader uncomfortable by way of characterization or social constructs. Whenever I find a book like this, I think about it for months afterward–especially if it hit my emotions. No topic is off-limits for exploration when written like: Never Let Me Go by Kazuo Ishiguro, Parable of the Sower by Octavia E. Butler, Chain-Gang All-Stars by Nana Kwame Adjei-Brenyah Stories with Folklore, Mythology, and Fairytale elements (or retellings), especially those that may not be as well known, with dark themes and subverted expectations. I typically get invested in the voice-y narrative and interesting setting/atmosphere. I’d love to find more like: Circe by Madeline Miller, Spinning Silver by Naomi Novik, Kaikeyi by Vaishnavi Patel Literary Fiction of all flavors, notably those with morally grey/unlikable characters, gothic and dark academia themes, and memorable prose. Even if the characters aren’t the best of people, I love when I can root for them anyway or see the situation from their side. Bring me more character and thematic explorations like: The Vanishing Half by Brit Bennett, Nightcrawling by Leila Mottley, If We Were Villains by M.L. Rio, Creation Lake by Rachel Kushner Historical Fiction set before the 20th century (1900). One of my favorite aspects of reading is being transported to different location in various eras. I generally prefer my historical works to be without too much industrialization, but I also want the setting to be directly tied to the characters and events within the story. Representation of lesser seen countries and cultures would be more than welcome. I’d like to sink into something like: East of Eden by John Steinbeck, Hamnet by Maggie O’Farrell, Shogun by James Clavell Immersive and well-researched (but still easy to follow and understand) Science Fiction or far-flung space operas. I don’t have a brain wired for science (which is why I work in a creative field), but I love a book that tricks me into thinking I’m smart enough to understand physics, rocket science, or psuedo-science that feels real. I still like to see undercurrents of big ideas or calling humanity into question while on an adventure, like: Dark Matter by Blake Crouch, Empire of Silence by Christopher Ruocchio, I, Robot by Isaac Asimov Time travel stories with set rules and implications. Whether complex or simplistic, I love reading about the impact of time tra