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Anne Sibbald

Janklow & Nesbit Associates

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Fiction, non-fictionWants: Query letter, synopsis, sample pages
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Anne's interests are broad, but quintessentially encompass the classic "good read" and anything, be it fiction or nonfiction, that illuminates the world in a fresh way. She believes that we tell stories to understand ourselves and the world we live in, and that those stories can transport us to different worlds, times and places, as well as revealing the mysteries of nature and the truths and complexities of the human heart and mind.
How to submit
Direct your submission to an individual agent and send your material to submissions@janklow.com. For fiction submissions, send an informative description, a brief synopsis and the first ten pages. For non-fiction submissions, send an informative description, a full outline, and the first ten pages of the manuscript. Include the sample pages in the body of the email below your query.
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Chad Luibl

Janklow & Nesbit Associates

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Narrative non-fiction, horror, thriller, speculative fiction, historical fiction, graphic novelsWants: Query letter, synopsis, sample pages
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Chad is interested in narrative nonfiction with a strong emotional pull from journalists and writers who challenge the status quo. For fiction, he is particularly drawn to novels that are more character or plot-driven, horror and thrillers that are as inventive as they are suspenseful, speculative and historical fiction that offer a nuanced perspective on place, and graphic novels that push the boundaries of the genre.
How to submit
For fiction submissions, send an informative description, a brief synopsis and the first ten pages. For non-fiction submissions, send an informative description, a full outline, and the first ten pages of the manuscript. For graphic novel submissions, send 10 illustrated pages with text (attached as a PDF) and a synopsis in the body of the email below your query. Please include the sample pages in the body of the email below your query and direct your submission to an individual agent.
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Chris Clemans

Janklow & Nesbit Associates

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Literary fiction, upmarket fiction, narrative non-fiction, cultural criticism, memoirWants: Query letter, synopsis, sample pages
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Chris represents literary and upmarket fiction, narrative nonfiction, cultural criticism, and memoir.
How to submit
Direct your submission to an individual agent and send your material to submissions@janklow.com. For fiction: send an informative description, brief synopsis and first ten pages in the body of the email. For non-fiction: send an informative description, full outline, and first ten pages in the body of the email.
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Emma Parry

Janklow & Nesbit Associates

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Fiction, memoir, narrative non-fiction, science, religion, nature writing, reportageWants: Query letter, synopsis, sample pages
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She seeks strong stories and exhilarating ideas in reportage, memoir, narrative nonfiction, science, religion, nature writing, and fiction. She loves writers who extend empathy, resist all manner of tyrannies, and entertain, wanting pages that whip by and spark wide conversation.
How to submit
For fiction submissions, send an informative description, a brief synopsis and the first ten pages. For non-fiction submissions, send an informative description, a full outline, and the first ten pages of the manuscript. Include the sample pages in the body of the email below your query. Direct your submission to an individual agent and send your material to submissions@janklow.com.
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Kirby Kim

Janklow & Nesbit Associates

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Literary fiction, commercial fiction, thriller, mysteries, speculative fiction, non-fictionWants: Query letter, synopsis, first ten pages
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Kirby represents both literary and commercial authors. He seeks manuscripts that straddle the fence with upmarket expression combined with a genre element or plot device. For literary work, he's drawn to rich, sweeping stories that encompass a time or place, or tightly written, narratively innovative stories with award potential. His commercial interests include thrillers, mysteries and speculative fiction. He also represents nonfiction from leaders and journalists in science, culture and current affairs, plus pop culture including music and comedy.
How to submit
For fiction submissions, send an informative description, a brief synopsis and the first ten pages. For non-fiction submissions, send an informative description, a full outline, and the first ten pages of the manuscript. Include the sample pages in the body of the email below your query. Direct your submission to an individual agent and send your material to submissions@janklow.com.
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Luke Janklow

Janklow & Nesbit Associates

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Fiction, narrative non-fiction, idea books, entertainment, sports, cookbooks, design, satire, science fiction, thriller, spy stories, young adult, humorWants: Query letter, synopsis, sample pages
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Luke seeks books that are prime examples of their type, successful at what they're trying to be with natural storytelling and strong voices. He particularly enjoys satire, high concept science fiction, big ambitious novels, humor, thrillers and spy stories.
How to submit
Direct submission to Luke Janklow at submissions@janklow.com. For fiction: send informative description, brief synopsis and first ten pages in email body. For non-fiction: send informative description, full outline, and first ten pages in email body.
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Lynn Nesbit

Janklow & Nesbit Associates

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Fiction, non-fictionWants: Query letter, synopsis, sample pages
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Query Letter, Synopsis, Sample Pages
How to submit
Direct submission to an individual agent. For fiction: send informative description, brief synopsis and first ten pages in the body of the email below your query. For non-fiction: send informative description, full outline, and first ten pages in the body of the email below your query.
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Marya Spence

Janklow & Nesbit Associates

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Fiction, narrative non-fiction, literary novels, cultural criticism, essays, pop cultureWants: Query letter, synopsis, sample pages
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Marya seeks books that immerse, critique, delight, or illuminate. She represents literary novels, cultural criticism, voice-driven essays with a humorous or critical edge, and pop culture writing.
How to submit
For fiction submissions, send an informative description, a brief synopsis and the first ten pages. For non-fiction submissions, send an informative description, a full outline, and the first ten pages of the manuscript. Include sample pages in the body of the email below your query. Direct your submission to an individual agent and send material to submissions@janklow.com.
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Melissa Flashman

Janklow & Nesbit Associates

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Fiction, non-fictionWants: Query letter, synopsis, first ten pages
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In nonfiction, she is particularly interested in conversation-changing books including journalism, science, technology, business/finance/economics, memoir/narrative, self-help/wellness, and essays and cultural criticism. She is drawn to a range of literary and commercial fiction and is particularly excited about stories that touch on the deeper meaning of life, family, identity and love.
How to submit
Direct submission to an individual agent. For fiction: send an informative description, brief synopsis and the first ten pages. For non-fiction: send an informative description, full outline, and the first ten pages of the manuscript. Include sample pages in the body of the email below your query.
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PJ Mark

Janklow & Nesbit Associates

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Fiction, non-fiction, picture books, graphic novelsWants: Query letter, synopsis, sample pages
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Query Letter, Synopsis, Sample Pages
How to submit
Direct submission to an individual agent. For fiction: send informative description, brief synopsis and first ten pages in email body. For non-fiction: send informative description, full outline, and first ten pages in email body. For picture books: send informative description, full outline, dummy as PDF and full-color samples as JPEGs or PDFs. For graphic novels: send 10 illustrated pages with text as PDF and synopsis in email body.
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Genres Represented

Narrative non-fiction5New adult5Literary fiction3Crime & thriller3Science fiction3Memoir2Graphic novels2Commercial fiction1Horror1Historical fiction1Upmarket fiction1History1

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