agent...
After earning her master’s from the University of Florida and a brief stint as an English teacher, Laurie Dennison spent over a decade as a freelance writer, ghostwriter, and editor before stepping into her role as an associate agent at CMA. She served as a Pitch Wars mentor for five years, and she completed the Denver Publishing Institute in 2022.
submissions
what i'd like to represent...
adult
- Suspense (Psychological and Domestic, like First Lie Wins)
- Romance
- Contemporary with a strong commercial hook (Like Happy Place)
- Light fantasy/paranormal grounded in the real world
- Book Club Fiction
- Women’s Fiction (Like Such a Fun Age)
- Nonfiction
- Women’s Issues
- Practical Nonfiction (Big Idea, Pop Culture, Pop Science, Education, Social Science)
young adult/children's
- Young Adult
- Open to any genre with a strong commercial hook
- Young Adult
I especially love upmarket writing, complex characters, and immersive settings. I appreciate character development that is directly and organically integrated with the plot. In nonfiction, I’m interested in authors who are specialists in their fields, have strong platforms, and can help me see the world in a new light.
We live in a diverse world, and I want to see diversity of all types authentically represented in all genres; I’d love to champion minority voices as I build my list.
I’m not looking for picture books, middle grade, military or political thrillers, adult high fantasy or space opera science fiction, dystopian, or business books.
some of my favorite (non-client) authors
Emily Henry, Rachel Lynn Solomon, Tessa Bailey, Helen Hoang, Celeste Ng, Kellye Garrett, Annette Christie, Sonia Hartl, Kiley Reid, Julia May Jonas, Donna Tartt, Holly Black, Angie Thomas, Maggie Stiefvater, Mindy McGinnis, Dana Mele, Marie Lu, Megan Scott, and Briana Johnson
what kind of writing inspires me?
I love books that keep me engaged and turning pages late into the night. I want stories and characters that make me feel something, with concepts that are familiar enough to be relatable but unique enough to offer a fresh perspective. In nonfiction I’m inspired by timely work that helps me see the world in a new way.
what I love about my job...
I always knew my dream job would involve reading, and now I get to do it every day! I love the moment when a story completely captures my attention and I lose track of time. I am so grateful for the opportunity to partner with authors, help them realize their vision for a project, and place their work to reach readers, all while working collaboratively in a community that loves books as much as I do.
where to find me...
Learn more about me and the books I’m seeking on Bluesky, Instagram, LinkedIn, and my website.