Lee Melillo

Lee Melillo (they/she) is an Associate Literary Agent at Speilburg Literary Agency, joining in 2026 after two years at Dunham Literary and an internship at Dystel, Goderich, & Bourret. Lee holds a BA in English and Theatre Directing from Fordham University and brought a background as a director, writer, and producer in indie/nonprofit NYC theatre into agenting. A member of the AALA, Lee represents YA and adult fiction across genres—focusing on upmarket, literary, speculative, and genre-blending thrillers/mysteries—as well as select adult nonfiction about entertainment and pop culture. Lee prioritizes creators from historically underrepresented communities.