Taj McCoy (Agent)
Oakland-born law grad, Taj McCoy is a romance author, literary agent, and higher education consultant. Taj joined Rees Literary Agency in 2022 and aims to widen the entryway for marginalized authors and to normalize Black joy, fat joy, celebrations of culture, and love without limitations. She represents Adult Fiction (commercial, romance, rom-coms, women's fiction, mystery/thriller, upmarket), Adult Non-Fiction (memoirs, narratives, cookbooks, self-help, empowerment, cultural tradition and history), Children's Fiction (Picturebooks, MG and YA contemporary, mystery, romance, thriller, fantasy), Children's Non-Fiction (historical narratives, picture books), and illustrators.
Taj McCoy's Availability During Manuscript Mart Week:
- Tuesday, May 13: 10:00–1:00
- Thursday, May 15: 10:00–1:00
Zoom Meetings with Taj will be scheduled within these time periods (all EDT), but are subject to change. If Taj 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
I am always looking for stories featuring diverse perspectives, fresh takes, and high stakes. On the kid lit side, I'd love to see more that infuse cultural identity and coming of age with family secrets. On the adult side, I'm looking to build out my list in the mystery/thriller/romantic suspense areas. For non-fiction, I'm looking for compelling narratives, empowering content, and parts of history lesser known by the majority of the population.
Sample Titles or Authors
Natasha Bishop (Only For the Week)
Kelly Mangan (Maeve Mulvaney Has Had Enough)
Alexia LaFata (She Used to Be Nice)
Specializes In / Will Consider
FICTION: Children's, Commercial Fiction, Family Saga, Middle Grade, Mystery, Picture Books, Romance, Thrillers/Suspense, Young Adult, Multi-Cultural/Global Fiction
NONFICTION: Cultural/Social Issues, Food & Lifestyle, Self Help, History, Women's concerns, Multicultural/Global Perspectives, Juvenile, Narrative, Health & Fitness, Medical, Memoir, Parenting, Pop Culture, Travel