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Laura Dail Literary Agency
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Literary agency representing a diverse list of bestselling/award-winning authors. We ❤️ immersive reads, stories that move you, and ideas that make you think.
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The day approaches... DAUGHTER OF EGYPT releases soon! And @ala-booklist.bsky.social says there is "much to enjoy" in Marie Benedict's latest!!
January 15, 2026 at 5:22 PM
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Jen Udden is also ready to swoon! @suddenlyjen.bsky.social
Text: "In 2026 I want to read more romance. bring on the happy endings!" Below that text is an image of Jennifer Udden, next to her name. At the bottom of the slide is a bookshelf.
January 8, 2026 at 10:00 PM
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No mystery here, except for the ones Taj McCoy wants to read! Romance, too! @tajmccoy.bsky.social
Text: "Mine will be to find more high-stakes romance and mystery/thrillers with strong ensembles." Below that is a picture of Taj McCoy, next to her name. At the bottom of the slide is a bookshelf with books and plants on it.
January 8, 2026 at 10:00 PM
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Aiden wants to stay au courant by preordering more books! @aiden-png.bsky.social
Text: "My resolution is to preorder more books! I feel like I get to a great book 1-2 years post-release, so I'm going to get back to preordering so I can read with everyone else." Below that is a picture of agent Aiden Siobhan, along with their name, above a bookshelf with plants and books on it.
January 8, 2026 at 10:00 PM
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Rights manager Katie Gisondi also wants to get down to brass facts, especially historical ones! @kgisondi.bsky.social
Text: "Mine is to read more nonfiction, specifically more about history!" Below is a picture of Rights Manager Katie Gisondi, along with her name, above a bookshelf with books and plants on it.
January 8, 2026 at 10:00 PM
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Elana Parker wants to read more facts and (science) fiction! @elanaroth.bsky.social
Text:"I'd like to have at least a quarter of what I read this year be nonfiction...and maybe work in some scifi, too." Below is a picture of Elana Parker and a field with her name. Below that is a bookshelf.
January 8, 2026 at 10:00 PM
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Agency VP Carrie Pestritto wants to up the ~reading vibes 🔥
Text:"Mine is to do more of my reading by my electric fireplace for the vibes!" Below is an image of agency VP, Carrie Pestritto, and her name. At the bottom of the slide is a bookshelf with books on it.
January 8, 2026 at 10:00 PM
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Our fearless leader Laura Dail wants to read more graphic novels!
Text: "Mine is to read more graphic novels. If there's another Alison Bechdel out there, I want to find her!" Below is a picture of agency president Laura Dail, next to a badge with her name. At the bottom of the slide is the same bookshelf as the previous slide.
January 8, 2026 at 10:00 PM
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Forget running a marathon or learning how to knit - this year we're reading more! What are YOUR reading resolutions?
Text on slide: LDLA's 2026 reading resolutions. Background is light orange, with orange clouds drifting across. There is a bookshelf with potted plants at the bottom of the frame, above the LDLA logo in black..
January 8, 2026 at 10:00 PM
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Deal Alert!! Congrats to Sarah Mylnowski and George Sweetland!!! So excited for THE WITCH, THE BAT, AND THE SCAREDY-CAT!
January 6, 2026 at 3:12 PM
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@tajmccoy.bsky.social is double-dipping; she's reading Asia Monique's SINFUL KING and is gearing up to read J.L. Seegar's ILLUSION OF POWER!
Text reads: Taj McCoy. In a separate text box: "I'm reading Asia Monique's SINFUL KING and am gearing up to read J.L. Seegars' ILLUSION OF POWER in anticipation of its duet, A TASTE OF SIN." Also included is an image of the cover for the novel SINFUL KING by Asia Monique.
December 19, 2025 at 5:11 PM
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@aiden-png.bsky.social is reading ARTEMIS by Andy Weir!
Text reads: Aiden Siobhan. In a separate text box: "A fast-paced, witty sci-fi adventure with a protagonist who keeps me on the edge of my seat--and a unique, vividly real setting I wish I could visit." The graphic also includes the cover for the novel ARTEMIS by Andy Weir.
December 19, 2025 at 5:11 PM
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@suddenlyjen is reading THE MOST WONDERFUL CRIME OF THE YEAR!
Text reads: Jennifer Udden. In a separate text box: "I'm re-reading THE MOST WONDERFUL CRIME OF THE YEAR--I love the idea of solving a locked-room mystery at Christmas!" There is also the book cover for THE MOST WONDERFUL CRIME OF THE YEAR by Ally Carter.
December 19, 2025 at 5:11 PM
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@elanaroth.bsky.social is reading THE BEAR AND THE NIGHTINGALE by Katherine Arden!
The text reads: ELANA PARKER. In a separate text bos: "This Russian folktale-filled historical fantasy couldn't be a more perfect read for the cold, snowy December we're having in Michigan right now."
December 19, 2025 at 5:11 PM
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@kgisondi.bsky.social is reading SLEIGH BELLS AND SNOWSTORMS by Claire Kingsley!
Text reads: Katie Gisondi, and then in another text box, "The mystery of the stolen necklace adds such a fun element to this great Christmas romance. it's the perfect mix of unique and familiar!" There is also an image of the cover for the novel SLEIGH BELLS AND SNOWSTORMS by Claire Kingsley.
December 19, 2025 at 5:11 PM
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Carrie Pestritto is reading A HOLIDAY BY GASLIGHT by Mimi Matthews!
Text reads CARRIE PESTRITTO, and in a separate box: "I'm getting into the holiday season by reading A HOLIDAY BY GASLIGHT, because nothing is cozier than a Victorian Christmas romance." There is also an image of the cover of the novel A HOLIDAY BY GASLIGHT by Mimi Matthews.
December 19, 2025 at 5:11 PM
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Our fearless leader Laura is reading THE NAMES by Florence Knapp!
A graphic with a snowy background. The text reads: LAURA DAIL, and then in a separate box, "I'm devouring THE NAMES, a fascinating, insightful novel about names, consequences, and destiny; an intricate puzzle that's also deeply moving." Also on the page is the book cover for THE NAMES by Florence Knapp, with a seal indicating it was a Jenna's Book Club pick.
December 19, 2025 at 5:02 PM
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Inboxes? About to be closed. Blankets? Cozy. Books? The perfect companions. Here's what the LDLA team is reading for fun right now!
a book is open on a windowsill, a snowy landscape visible outside. There is a mug of steaming liquid on the sill next to the book.
December 19, 2025 at 5:02 PM
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Happy Pub Day to Vern Kousky and LOVE FINDS A WAY!!
December 16, 2025 at 5:19 PM
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QUEENS ON SALE! Don't miss out on this brilliant cozy historical mystery - and it's a steal!
December 12, 2025 at 4:51 PM
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Or maybe you're looking to give something a little more mysterious...?
The title of the slide is "Mysteries & thrillers." There are three book covers on a blue background with gold accents. The first is LIE BY THE POOL by Susan Walter, "for the mystery lover obsessed with Zillow listings." The second is DEAD & BREAKFAST by Kat Hillis & Rosiee Thor, "for your sibling mourning the end of spooky season." The third is QUEENS OF CRIME by Marie Benedict, "for the aunt who wants to be BFFs with Agatha Christie."
December 1, 2025 at 8:19 PM
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A little romance can be fun at the holidays - here are a few of our romance titles for the romance reader!
The title of the slide is "Romance." There are three book covers on a blue background with gold accents. The first is THE MARRIAGE NARRATIVE by Claire Kann, "For the reality TV fan." The second is A LADY WOULD KNOW BETTER by Emma Theriault, "for the Bridgerton fan." The third is DROP DEAD by Lily Chu, "for the enemies-to-lovers enthusiast"
December 1, 2025 at 8:19 PM
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Got a teenager in your life? Here are some options for the adventurous teen reader!
The title of the slide is "Young Adult." there are two book covers on a blue background with gold accents. The first is THIS DARK DESCENT by kalyn Josephson, "for the romantasy-loving horse girl." The second is THE HEDGE WITCH OF FOXHALL by Anna Bright, "For the teen who wants to take to the woods."
December 1, 2025 at 8:19 PM
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For the slightly older kids, here are some suggestions for chapter book readers through middle grade readers!
The title of the slide is "Middle Grade." There are three book covers on a blue background with gold accents: first, THE ISLAND OF FORGOTTEN GODS by Victor Pineiro, "for the adventure loving preteen." Second, THE SECRETS OF LOVELACE ACADEMY, "for your middle-schooler who loves Einstein." Third, the Whatever After box set, "for your fairy-tale fancying avid reader."
December 1, 2025 at 8:19 PM
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For the littlest readers, here are some suggestions for picture books!
Three book covers on a blue background with gold accents: A DRAGON FOR HANNUKAH by Sarah Mylnowski, "for the kid with the ambitious wishlist," HAROLD HATES TO HIBERNATE by Vern Kousky, "For the kid who won't go to bed," and THE LITTLEST FOOD CRITIC by Debbie Rigaud, "for the pickiest eater in the family." The title of the slide is PICTURE BOOKS
December 1, 2025 at 8:19 PM