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Context Literary Agency

@contextliterary.bsky.social
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Helping authors and illustrators bring books to life. We are passionate about uplifting authors whose stories allow readers to feel seen. www.contextlit.com

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Context Literary Agency @contextliterary.bsky.social · 3h
Last week, @celsie-moseley.bsky.social and Tamar Rydzinski were in Frankfurt meeting with our co-agents abroad and talking about the fantastic titles at Context Literary @buchmesse.de. We can't wait to see what exciting deals come to life after this wonderful book fair. 🥰
photo of celsie mosely and tamar rydzinski at frankfurt bookfair
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Context Literary Agency @contextliterary.bsky.social · 13/10/2026
Happy #bookbirthday to THE DANCER AND THE DREAM THIEF by @rowennam.bsky.social! 🥳 @jsinsheim.bsky.social
book birthday graphic for dancer and the dream thief by rowenna miller
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Context Literary Agency @contextliterary.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
Congrats to @mallowboo.bsky.social & @diggymungo.bsky.social on a fabulous review for PRESIDENT OF THE ANIME CLUB. 🎉 @publisherswkly.bsky.social #booksky
publisher's marketplace review for president of the anime club by daigo fukuda and stephanie evangelista fukuda
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Context Literary Agency @contextliterary.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
The Context team had an amazing time at the People of Publishing conference this year! @aalitagents.bsky.social We love meeting IRL with publishing people and learning new ways to grow together! 🥰 @celsie-moseley.bsky.social @loveleemonicaa.bsky.social @jsinsheim.bsky.social
group shot of context literary at the people of publishing conference in nyc
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Context Literary Agency @contextliterary.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
🎶 Have A Day by Eoin Machlan See more of Eoin's work: eoinmachlan.squarespace.com #kidlitart #illustrator
new art by illustrator eoin machlan celebrating the sun
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Context Literary Agency @contextliterary.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
🧸 Barely Handling The Heat by @artfuldoodling.bsky.social See more of Amelie's work: www.amelieahernwilliams.com #kidlitart #illustrator
new art by illustrator amelie ahern-williams celebrating the sun
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Context Literary Agency @contextliterary.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
🥵 Melting by @hduartesn.bsky.social See more of Hugo's work: www.behance.net/hduartesn #kidlitart #illustrator
new art by illustrator hugo duarte celebrating the sun
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Context Literary Agency @contextliterary.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
🐬 Sunset Farewell by @kristenchowart.bsky.social See more of Kristen's work: kristenchowart.com #kidlitart #illustrator
new art by Kristen chow called sunset farewell
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Context Literary Agency @contextliterary.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
As summer comes to an end, let's celebrate the sun with new art from Context illustrators. From sunsets to hot summer days, soak up the summer sun as we anticipate the fall season! 🌞 #kidlitart #illustrators #comicartist
Graphic of new art by context illustrators celebrating the sun
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Context Literary Agency @contextliterary.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
We're celebrating two amazing reviews in this month's issue @ala-booklist.bsky.social! 🥳 DEFY THE DUSK by Danielle L. Jensen received a starred review and ZAHRA, UNAPOLOGETIC by Mina Zafri was also included and reviewed. 🥰 Make sure to add these two gems to your #tbrlist! 📚 #booksky
booklist starred review for Danielle L Jensen's DEFY THE DUSK booklist review for ZAHRA UNAPOLOGETIC by Mina Zafri
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Context Literary Agency @contextliterary.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
Happy #bookbirthday to PRESIDENT OF THE ANIME CLUB by @mallowboo.bsky.social & @diggymungo.bsky.social! 🥳 We are thrilled that this manga-style YA #graphicnovel with #animeclub love is finally out in the world! #booksky Imprint: @01firstsecond.bsky.social Agent: @loveleemonicaa.bsky.social
book birthday graphic celebrating the release of a new YA graphic novel called PRESIDENT OF THE ANIME CLUB by Stephanie Evangelista Fukuda and Daigo Fukuda
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Context Literary Agency @contextliterary.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
Congrats @amycarolreeves.bsky.social on a fantastic review! “Reeves makes both leads flawed, thorny, and fascinating and studs their romance with comedic moments and emotional revelations. Readers who like their rom-coms with a side of snark and angst will eat this up.” @publisherswkly.bsky.social
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Context Literary Agency @contextliterary.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
"Chow uses vibrant colors, a variety of composition styles, and engaging characterizations to bring excitement to a straightforward story filled with references to the holiday’s traditions." #kirkusreview #booksky Congrats, @kristenchowart.bsky.social @meilinc.bsky.social! 🥳
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Context Literary Agency @contextliterary.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
Any former anime club presidents out there? 🥰 "As former vice president of my high school anime club, I give this book five stars!" —Ngozi Ukazu, New York Times bestselling author of Check, Please! @ngoziu.com #graphicnovel #kidlit #booksky @mallowboo.bsky.social @diggymungo.bsky.social
photo of the book President of the anime club by Stephanie Evangelista Fukuda and Daigo Fukuda
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Context Literary Agency @contextliterary.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
We love it when we get to see our clients in person. Cheers to a lovely author-agent lunch in NYC with Julie C. Dao! 🥰
photo with Tamar Rydzinski and Julie C. Dao at a lunch in NYC
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Context Literary Agency @contextliterary.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
Hugo is a Brazilian illustrator with a passion for art, animals & nature. His watercolors bring characters to life to create stories for children. His style is warm and engaging, with a dash of humor and a magical feeling. #kidlitart #kidlit #kidlitartpostcard @hduartesn.bsky.social
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Context Literary Agency @contextliterary.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
Illustrator Spotlight! 🎨 Meet @hduartesn.bsky.social ✨️ Check out his portfolio: be.net/hduartesn #kidlitartpostcard #kidlitart #kidlit
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Context Literary Agency @contextliterary.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
Celsie is open to queries! 🥳 See what she's looking for...👀 #mswl "I'm looking for unique voices, atmospheric stories that pull you under from the very first page, and worlds that feel as intimate as they are expansive." @celsie-moseley.bsky.social Submission guidelines: buff.ly/OgAvhBX
Celsie is looking for unique voices, atmospheric stories that pull you under from the very first page, and worlds that feel as intimate as they are expansive. She is interested in themes that explore power, corruption, rebellion, class systems, climate change, liminal spaces, and intersectionality. In kidlit, she's seeking whimsical and heartfelt MG and high concept YA fiction. On the adult side, she seeks genre-bending SFF, horror, and book club/upmarket fiction.In fantasy...
cozy/light to epic in scope, richly imagined worlds, fully developed magic systems, and complex character dynamics.

In sci-fi...
grounded, space opera, futurism (solarpunk, afrofuturism, arabfuturism, etc.), sci-fi horror with elements of the New Weird or horror that embodies the cosmic strangeness of space. 

In book club/upmarket...
anything that fuses genres to elevate broader narrative themes and turn tropes on their heads, sophisticated, socially conscious thrillers/suspense, literary fiction, historical fiction, and speculative fiction.In young adult...
high concepts and strong voices with a compelling emotional core in fantasy (either contemporary fantasy or secondary world), grounded sci-fi, mystery/thriller, and horror.

In middle grade...
anything from fantasy to realistic contemporary where there’s a perfect blend of whimsy, adventure, and heartfelt moments.If that sounds like your manuscript, please send a short description and short bio (your query) + 5-10 pages of text pasted into the body of the email to querycelsie[at]contextlit.com (no attachments).
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Context Literary Agency @contextliterary.bsky.social · 13/07/2026
We’re celebrating... 🎉 2 new clients 🎉 1 team promotions #literaryagency #publishing
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Context Literary Agency @contextliterary.bsky.social · 13/07/2026
We’re celebrating... 🎉 3 books on anticipated lists 🎉 3 amazing accolades 🎉 2 great trade reviews #literaryagency #publishing
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Context Literary Agency @contextliterary.bsky.social · 13/07/2026
We’re celebrating... 🎉 4 book launches 🎉 1 new deal announced 🎉 6 translation deals #literaryagency #publishing
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Context Literary Agency @contextliterary.bsky.social · 13/07/2026
Half way through 2026 and we're celebrating some exciting things that happened in Q2! ✨ #literaryagency #publishing
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Context Literary Agency @contextliterary.bsky.social · 07/07/2026
Meet our newest client, @lolagracebooks.bsky.social! She is an anti-human trafficking data analyst and literary horror writer. She is a very proud member of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, and is deeply inspired by Potawatomi and Ojibwe folklore. #booksky rep'd by @loveleemonicaa.bsky.social
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Context Literary Agency @contextliterary.bsky.social · 30/06/2026
Celebrate a new book by @krystalmarquis.bsky.social with us, along with all the authors featured in this dazzling anthology inspired by Taylor Swift songs––13 LITTLE LOVE STORIES! 🥳 #booksky #bookbirthday
A new book by Krystal Marquis graphic: A dazzling anthology inspired by Taylor Swift songs––13 LITTLE LOVE STORIES!
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Context Literary Agency @contextliterary.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
Happy #bookbirthday to the deluxe hardcover of The Inadequate Heir by Danielle L. Jensen! 🥳 #bridgekingdom #booksky
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Context Literary Agency @contextliterary.bsky.social · 17/06/2026
New client! 🥳 Radhika Katti is a nonbinary South Asian writer based in Brooklyn. After seven years of soullessly studying engineering, writing revived them. When not drowning in their characters’ lives, Radhika loves trying new pie recipes and appreciating the miracle of public transportation.
new client at context represented by monica rodriguez: radhika katti
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Context Literary Agency @contextliterary.bsky.social · 09/06/2026
Congrats @mallowboo.bsky.social & @diggymungo.bsky.social for a fantastic Kirkus Review for PRESIDENT OF THE ANIME CLUB! 🫰 #graphicnovel #booksky "An ode to adolescent love of—and through—anime...a sympathetic and painfully accurate rendering of anime nerds figuring out high school relationships."
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Context Literary Agency @contextliterary.bsky.social · 02/06/2026
We have a new agent!! 🎉 @celsie-moseley.bsky.social is our Foreign Rights Associate and now a Junior Agent, where she also assists Tamar Rydzinski. Celsie is open for queries! Check to see if your manuscript is the perfect fit. 👀 www.contextlit.com/submissions #literaryagent #booksky
graphic announcing celsie mosely as a junior agent at context literary agency
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Context Literary Agency @contextliterary.bsky.social · 26/05/2026
Happy paperback #bookbirthday to SCORCHED EARTH by Danielle L. Jensen, the thrilling finale to The Dark Shores series! 🥳 If you haven't jumped into this DLJ universe, this series is paperback ready for you! #booksky #newreleasetuesday #danielleljensen
graphic of cover for SCORCHED EARTH by Danielle L Jensen for paperback release
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Context Literary Agency @contextliterary.bsky.social · 18/05/2026
We love client meet ups! Author @jorgechisi.bsky.social made his #literaryagent @loveleemonicaa.bsky.social laugh in Austin. Lots of dark humor book ideas were shared! 👀 #booksky
photo of Jorge Chisi and Monica Rodriguez
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Context Literary Agency @contextliterary.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
🎸 Shades of Blue by @mallowboo.bsky.social buff.ly/bEE1WKQ #kidlitart #illustrators #comicartist
art by stephanie evangelista fukuda
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Context Literary Agency @contextliterary.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
🫐 Things I Love That Are Blue by Andrea Cañizares-Fernandez buff.ly/ETvlu8H #kidlitart #illustrators
art piece by andrea canizares-fernandez
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Context Literary Agency @contextliterary.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
🐠 Trip To The Aquarium by @kristenchowart.bsky.social buff.ly/1UaP0vQ #kidlitart #illustrators
art piece by kristen chow
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Context Literary Agency @contextliterary.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
🐈️ Scaredy Cat by @hduartesn.bsky.social buff.ly/JlWZnPM #kidlitart #illustrators
art piece by hugo duarte
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Context Literary Agency @contextliterary.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
🐉 Snowy The Dragon by Sammi Zhang buff.ly/XLLRl2o #kidlitart #illustrators #comicartist
comic strip by sammi zhang
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Context Literary Agency @contextliterary.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
⚡️ The Omega by @artfuldoodling.bsky.social buff.ly/5yQYK62 #kidlitart #illustrators
art piece by amelie ahern-williams
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Context Literary Agency @contextliterary.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
Between new blooms and anticipated sunshine, May is a transition month. Shades of blue keep us in the flow of new seasons. From a few favorite things to aquariums and snowy dragons, take a look at different shades of blue from some of our Context illustrators. 💙 #kidlitart #illustrators #comicartist
graphic for shades of blue in May art collection from context literary illustrators
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Context Literary Agency @contextliterary.bsky.social · 05/05/2026
We're celebrating @artfuldoodling.bsky.social's first illustrator deal with Dragon Press! 🎉 A choose your own adventure book by @llinosdafydd.bsky.social! @loveleemonicaa.bsky.social #newdeal #kidlitart #illustrator
publishers marketplace deal news for DECIDE YOUR DESTINY graphic
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Context Literary Agency @contextliterary.bsky.social · 27/04/2026
SO excited to share that THE TEMPEST BLADE, the last book in #TheBridgeKingdom series, made the NYT best sellers list last week! 😍 A huge congrats to Danielle L. Jensen & the Del Rey team! 🥳 @penguinbooksusa.bsky.social #thebridgekingdom #danielleljensen #booksky
graphic of THE TEMPEST BLADE by Danielle L. Jensen and the NYT best sellers listing
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Context Literary Agency @contextliterary.bsky.social · 21/04/2026
A huge congratulations to @krystalmarquis.bsky.social! 🥳 THE DAVENPORTS won a Tome Society Book Award for students grades 9-12 last month. It's lovely to see this book continue to find new readers! 💛 #awards #thedavenports
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Context Literary Agency @contextliterary.bsky.social · 14/04/2026
Happy #bookbirthday to THE TEMPEST BLADE by Danielle L. Jensen! 🥳 The searing finale to #TheBridgeKingdom series is finally here! #booksky #newreleasetuesday #danielleljensen
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Context Literary Agency @contextliterary.bsky.social · 06/04/2026
Congratulations to Danielle L. Jensen on another best sellers list last week! The deluxe hardcover of THE TRAITOR QUEEN is the second book in The Bridge Kingdom series and seeing all the love from readers has been so special to witness. 🥰 #thebridgekingdom #danielleljensen #booksky
graphic of best seller list week for the Traitor Queen by Danielle L Jensen
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Context Literary Agency @contextliterary.bsky.social · 31/03/2026
We’re celebrating... 🎉 2 new clients 🎉 2 team promotions 🎉 1 agency anniversary #q1 #booksky #publishing #literaryagent
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Context Literary Agency @contextliterary.bsky.social · 31/03/2026
We’re celebrating... 🎉 5 translation deals 🎉 3 books on most anticipated lists 🎉 2 amazing accolades #q1 #booksky #publishing #literaryagent
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Context Literary Agency @contextliterary.bsky.social · 31/03/2026
We’re celebrating... 🎉 3 book launches 🎉 1 new deal announced 🎉 1 film adaptation announcement #q1 #booksky #publishing #literaryagent
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Context Literary Agency @contextliterary.bsky.social · 31/03/2026
We kicked off 2026 with some pretty amazing things. Check out how we did Q1! ✨ #q1 #booksky #publishing #literaryagent
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Context Literary Agency @contextliterary.bsky.social · 24/03/2026
Happy #bookbirthday to the deluxe hardcover of The Traitor Queen by Danielle L. Jensen! 🥳 Jump into the #BridgeKingdom bestselling fantasy series with this stunning deluxe hardcover edition! Let's hear it for book two 😍 #booksky #danielleljensen
book birthday graphic for THE TRAITOR QUEEN deluxe edition by Danielle L. Jensen
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Context Literary Agency @contextliterary.bsky.social · 19/03/2026
Meet @marcelachermont.bsky.social! ✨ Marcela is a children's book #illustrator. She lives in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil with her adorable dog-bestie-food-expert-muse Nala. She is inspired by nature, storytelling, and magic. Rep’d by @loveleemonicaa.bsky.social Marcela's portfolio: buff.ly/951rA6d
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Context Literary Agency @contextliterary.bsky.social · 09/03/2026
If this sounds like your manuscript, check out our submission guidelines: buff.ly/RPriQ4l @loveleemonicaa.bsky.social #mswl
Monica gravitates toward stories about identity, family relationships, and travel. She is looking to uplift underrepresented voices, including, (but not limited to) authors who identify as People of Color (BIPOC), disabled, neurodiverse, and LGBTQ+. In children’s literature, she is currently looking for MG, YA, & Graphic Novels. She also represents illustrators and comic artists. On the adult side, she's seeking contemporary romance, horror, speculative sci-fi, and book club fiction. She is also open to non-fiction submissions.If that sounds like your manuscript, please send a short description and short bio (your query) + 5-10 pages of text pasted into the body of the email to querymonica[at]contextlit.com (no attachments).

-for illustrators & graphic novels-
Please send a bio/artist statement + IG and/or other social links + website link to your portfolio. If you have a pitch packet for a graphic novel, please include a query letter and a link to the packet online. Monica will only request a PDF if she wants to see more.
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Context Literary Agency @contextliterary.bsky.social · 09/03/2026
"I'm looking for voicey kid lit! For adult fiction, I'm still looking to grow my horror list and identity-driven book club fiction. I want to learn something new in non-fiction and find a project that helps others learn things in digestible ways." @loveleemonicaa.bsky.social #mswl
In kid lit...
voicey identity-driven middle grade, romance with cultural significance, adventure fantasy with knights, coming of age in international settings

In illustration...
art that emphasizes line elements, pastel/bright color schemes, pixar-like character expressions, sketchy with a colored pencil feel

In graphic novels...
cinematic panel sequences, buddy adventure fantasy, dreamy solar punk sci-fi coming of age through language, speculative cultural narratives, stories where places feel like a characterIn adult fiction...
speculative horror/thriller, contemporary romance, philosophical sci-fi, fantasy with cozy magical realism, identity-driven book club fiction

In non-fiction...
digestible civics & current affairs, international journalism, pattern recognition in nature, exploratory issues in pop culture from creative industries
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