Emily van Beek

Emily van Beek

Folio Literary Management
Likely Open
USA
Updated: 9/10/2025
Agent Bio

Emily moved to New York City from Toronto with dual citizenship and a dream to work in children’s publishing, became an editor at Hyperion Books for Children, then spent six-and-a-half years as an agent and rights director at Pippin Properties before joining Folio Jr as a partner and literary agent.

She represents New York Times bestselling and award‑winning authors and focus on negotiating strong deals and helping clients publish enduring children's books.

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Clients
  • Jenny Han
  • Morgan Matson
  • Adele Griffin
  • Amina Luqman-Dawson
  • Philip & Erin Stead
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