Rebecca Strauss (Agent)
Rebecca Strauss is an agent at DeFiore and Co. and focuses on literary and commercial fiction, women's fiction, fantasy, science fiction, romance, mystery, YA, pop culture, and select non-fiction. In all genres, she's looking for a compelling story, clear concept, fresh voice, and emotional heart—a work that grabs you from the first page. She's especially interested in emerging writers and underrepresented voices; and, she's looking to develop long-term relationships.
Before joining DeFiore and Co., Rebecca was at McIntosh and Otis for seven years where she was an agent and Director of Subsidiary Rights. Prior to M&O, she was a foreign rights associate at Trident Media Group, and a book scout and development assistant at Sony Pictures. She's originally from Chapel Hill, North Carolina, and earned her degree in English Literature from Duke University.
Rebecca Strauss's Availability During Manuscript Mart Week:
- Thursday, May 15: 10:00–1:00
- Friday, May 16: 10:00–1:00
Zoom Meetings with Rebecca will be scheduled within these time periods (all EDT), but are subject to change. If Rebecca must make a change to this schedule, we will arrange a mutually agreeable Zoom time outside of Manuscript Mart Week.
What I'm Looking For
Compelling, high-concept stories, fresh voices, and emotional heart in all genres I rep. I'm particularly looking to promote emerging writers and underrepresented voices.
Sample Titles or Authors
ANA MARIA AND THE FOX by Liana De la Rosa
THIS SPELLS DISASTER by Tori Anne Martin
A THOUSAND RECIPES FOR REVENGE by Beth Cato
Specializes In / Will Consider
FICTION: Children's, Commercial Fiction, Family Saga, Fantasy, LGBTQIA+, Historical Fiction, Literary Fiction, Mystery, Romance, Science Fiction, Young Adult