Ariana Philips joined the Jean V. Naggar Literary Agency in 2011 as an intern and has since become a literary agent and partner, representing an award-winning and diverse list of authors and illustrators across adult and children’s fiction and nonfiction. In addition to her work as an agent, Ariana serves as the agency’s Royalties Manager and oversees audio and permissions rights. She is an active member of the Association of American Literary Agents (AALA), where she serves as Co-Chair of the Royalties Committee.

Passionate about discovering new talent, Ariana works closely with her clients to shape and develop standout manuscripts and proposals. As an advocate, strategist, and long-term publishing advisor, she is committed to helping authors build lasting careers and navigate an ever-evolving publishing landscape.

Ariana holds a B.A. in English, with a minor in Communications and Media, from Iona University.

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