Elizabeth Bewley

Elizabeth Bewley

Sterling Lord Literistic
Likely Open
USA
Updated: 9/23/2025

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Agent Information

Agent Bio

A graduate of Northwestern University, Elizabeth was an editor at various imprints including St Martin’s Press, Little, Brown Books for Young Readers, and Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Books for Young Readers before joining Sterling Lord Literistic, Inc in 2017.

She represents books for kids, with a focus on middle-grade and young adult fiction, as well as books for adults, with an eye torwards upmarket women’s fiction.

She loves books that explore romantic relationships, stories that have a very specific point of view, and characters that make a lasting impression.

Elizabeth’s clients’ books have won various awards, including The Pura Belpré Award, ALA Notable, the Jane Addams Children’s Book Award, The New York Times Best Book of the Year, and have appeared on the USA Today and New York Times bestseller lists.

Elizabeth loves realistic fiction (our world is a fascinating place!), and she is currently on the hunt for historical fiction.

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Genres

Genres Represented

Fiction
  • Adult Fiction
  • Middle Grade - Fiction
  • Women's Fiction
  • Young Adult - Fiction
Nonfiction

    Genres Not Represented

    None listed or not available
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    About Sterling Lord Literistic

    Agency Profile

    Sterling Lord Literistic, Inc. is defined by its rich heritage as well as the energy and commitment of agents who are passionate about the writers they represent. One of the most dynamic independent agencies in New York, Sterling Lord Literistic, Inc. combines a long tradition of literary excellence with a diverse and successful client list unparalleled in the industry.
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