Miriam Kriss is a literary agent at Codex Literary Agency representing commercial genre fiction across romance, SFF, mystery, and YA.
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What Miriam is looking for
Miriam represents everything from hardcover historical mysteries to all subgenres of romance, from thrillers to science fiction, from young adult to fantasy — if it's fun to read, she probably represents it. Rather than specific stories, she focuses on finding a voice she can fall in love with and champion.
Actively seeking
- All subgenres of romance
- Historical mysteries, thrillers, science fiction, fantasy, and YA
- A narrative voice with the drive to keep her up late turning pages
Notable sales & clients
- Full Moon Rising by Keri Arthur
- The Scent of Shadows by Vicki Pettersson
- Strange Angels by Lili St. Crow
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Frequently asked questions
Is Miriam Kriss open to queries right now?
Agents open and close to queries on short notice, so we don't display a live status. Check the agency's official submission page before querying — or subscribe to Agent Alert (free) to be notified the week agents like Miriam open.
What genres does Miriam Kriss represent?
Miriam Kriss represents Romance, Fantasy, Science Fiction, Young Adult, Mystery, Thriller, Historical Fiction.
How do I query Miriam Kriss?
Submit via the Codex Literary website. Submit via the official query link on this page.
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