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What Kelly is looking for
Kelly considers herself a generalist who is drawn to lyrical writing and strong voices. She is interested in nonfiction (narrative nonfiction, memoirs, true crime, self-help, business, travel writing, photography, medical, STEM, psychology, health and fitness, music, food & drinks, cooking) and adult fiction (psychological thrillers, suspense, comedies). She enjoys working with musicians, television personalities, athletes, and other pop culture figures to help translate their stories or expertise onto the page. She also represents children’s books including picture books, middle grade, and young adult. She enjoys fast-paced, plot-driven fiction with twists, turns, and jaw-dropping moments.
Notable sales & clients
- Winning in Reverse by Bill Lester
- Dominoes Game Night by Travis Newsome
- The Joy Document by Jennifer McGaha
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Hear from Kelly: interviews & talks
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- 🎙 With Agent Kelly Thomas, Serendipity Literary — The Manuscript Academy
- Kelly Thomas – Agent Interview: Why Do I Need to Write a Synopsis — Your Book Is Your Hook (2023)
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Frequently asked questions
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What genres does Kelly Thomas represent?
Kelly Thomas represents Young Adult, Middle Grade, Picture Books, Thriller, Crime, Memoir, Narrative Nonfiction, Self-Help.
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