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What Kristin is looking for
Kristin Ostby represents authors of middle grade, young adult, and adult fiction, as well as picture book author/illustrators, and she is actively looking for adult mystery, thriller, and romance, as well as nonfiction focusing on popular culture. You can find more on her MSWL .
Notable sales & clients
- Anatomy of Lost Things by Shawn Stout
- The Queen Bees of Tybee County by Kyle Casey Chu
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Frequently asked questions
Is Kristin Ostby open to queries right now?
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What genres does Kristin Ostby represent?
Kristin Ostby represents Young Adult, Middle Grade, Picture Books, Romance, Thriller, Mystery, Nonfiction.
How do I query Kristin Ostby?
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