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Ms. Lily Dolin

Sterling Lord Literistic

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Changed agencies. Formerly with United Talent.
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Lily Dolin

Sterling Lord Literistic

New York, NY
Website:
www.sll.com/
Blog/Other:
www.publishersmarketplace.com/members/LilyDolin/
AALA Member:
No
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Genres
This agent is seeking the following genres:

Fiction

Chick Lit
Commercial
Contemporary
Family Saga
Horror
Humor/Satire
LGBTQ+
Literary Fiction
Mystery
Offbeat/Quirky
Romance
Upmarket
Women's Fiction
Young Adult

Non-Fiction

Cultural/Social Issues
History
Humor/Gift Book
Journalism
Narrative
Pop Culture
True Adventure/Crime
Women's Issues
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Known Clients (current & past)
Lily Braun Arnold
Jeff Chu
London Sperry
Author Comments
Comments by authors about this agent.
possumchew
04/05/2025 01:24 PM
2/28 Query
4/5 Form Rejection

Thank you so much for submitting your work to me. I'm grateful to have had the chance to consider. While it's clear you've put a great deal of thought into your writing, I'm afraid I didn't fall in love with the sample material as much as I was hoping to, although I appreciate your well written pitch. However, I have no doubt you'll find an agent who is ready and eager to champion your work in the way you deserve.

I wish you all the best of luck as you continue your search for representation, and thank you again for sharing your work with me.

Sincerely,
Lily
swhitakerwrites
04/01/2025 03:27 PM
Q: 04.01.25
YA Paranormal Sci-fi Romance (DG)
AELange13
03/30/2025 02:58 PM
Queried 1/15/25
Rejected 3/28/25

99k Horror

Based on comments below, my rejection was mostly form, but i appreciated that I think she made it a little custom to my scenario.



theanthropic
03/29/2025 12:58 PM
Emailed query 1/14. Rejection 3/29.

Probably the most thoughtful rejection letter I've received to-date; "While it's clear you've put a great deal of thought into your writing, I'm afraid this isn't the best fit for my list at this time. I usually am not the best agent for stories that feature heavy violence against women, though I know your book is actively working to explore the dynamics of gendered violence and misogyny. I have no doubt you'll find an agent ready and eager to champion your work in the way you deserve."

Seems like a great person to work with.

takingnotes
03/17/2025 07:42 PM
Queried 1/18/25
Form Rejection 3/17/25

Literary fiction 80,000 words
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01/06/2025 - Changed agencies. Formerly with United Talent.
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