Laura Lee Mattingly is a literary agent with Present Perfect Dept. She says: “Personal transformation is the first step in global transformation, and my passion is developing books that help readers discover more purpose, awareness, and fulfillment in life. IÕm especially looking for talent in the categories of self-help, social justice, spirituality, narrative nonfiction, essay collections, business, and select illustrated titles.

In my nearly 20 years in the publishing business, IÕve collaborated with celebrated writers, activists, licensed therapists, spiritual thought-leaders, artists, and entrepreneurs to bring their book visions into printed reality. Many of my clientsÕ projects have been featured in major national media, translated into multiple languages, and gone on to become bestsellers. I love developing close working relationships with my clients. I take seriously my responsibility as an agent to elevate underrepresented voices and am a passionate advocate for the disability community.

I am a member of the Association of American Literary Agents (AALA).”