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Elise Capron

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Sandra Dijkstra Literary Agency·US

Agent profile summary

Represents
literary fictionhistorycultural studiessciencenarrative non-fiction
Looking for
Query Letter, Synopsis, Bio, Sample Pages
How to submit
Online Form
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Elise Capron is a literary agent at Sandra Dijkstra Literary Agency based in US. Their list focuses on genres including literary fiction, history, and cultural studies. Currently closed to submissions, with responses usually within Six weeks. Submissions via Online Form. For current guidelines, check the agent's own submission page linked below.

Age Categories

Adult

Response Time

Usually responds within Six weeks

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Notes

Only open to queries which are solicited or come via referral. She is handling much more non-fiction than fiction at this particular time. Specifically not interested in Young Adult, Middle Grade, Picture books, Romance, Fantasy, science fiction, Business, Cookbooks, Poetry, Christian, Screenplays, or Self-Help. While she will consider memoir, she rarely takes on this genre.

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RepresentsChildren's, young adult, romance, science fiction, fantasy, middle grade
Looking forShe enjoys clever, heartfelt, and commercial middle grade and Young Adult in prose or graphic novel format across genres. In adult science fiction and fantasy, she seeks contemporary fantasy, near future science fiction, and romantic fantasy. She's drawn to character-driven stories about family and friendships from diverse protagonists, especially those passionate about arts, STEM, activism, and geeky fandoms.
How to submitSubmit through QueryMe.Online or thaole platform. Do not send queries to multiple agents at SDLA. Include query letter, 1-page synopsis, brief bio with publishing history, and first 10-15 pages for fiction.
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Sandra Dijkstra

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RepresentsLiterary fiction, commercial fiction, mystery, suspense, thriller, history, politics, current affairs, business, science
Looking forSandra looks for writers with something significant to say, who know how to say it in a distinctive and compelling way, and whose books help to make this a better world. She champions quality fiction and nonfiction that makes a difference in the world, and which have a lasting impact.
How to submitOnly open to queries which are solicited or come via referral. At this time, she is taking on new clients infrequently. Use QueryMe.Online or DijkstraCapron.
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Jessica Watterson

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RepresentsRomance, fantasy
Looking forJessica is most drawn to riveting and heart pounding romance. She loves fun, fresh voices and character driven stories that keep a reader turning the page because they need to know what happens next. She also loves fantasy that will appeal to a broad readership, especially if it has some spice in it.
How to submitUse the QueryMe.online portal to submit query letter, brief bio, and first 10-15 pages for fiction.
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Jill Marr

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RepresentsCommercial fiction, upmarket fiction, dark romance, romantasy, romance, speculative fiction, mystery, thriller, gothic, horror, historical fiction, rom com, magical realism, current events, true crime, science, history, narrative non-fiction, sports, politics, health, nutrition, pop culture, humor, music, memoir
Looking forJill seeks fiction and non-fiction by unrepresented voices, BIPOC and Latinx writers, disabled persons, and LGBTQ+ people. She wants commercial and upmarket fiction emphasizing dark romance, romantasy, speculative fiction, mysteries, thrillers, Gothic, horror, and historical fiction, plus food-centric novels and psychological suspense in the vein of Freida McFadden. For non-fiction, she seeks authors with big, timely, smart messages and deep dives into subcultures, social commentary, and historical projects.
How to submitSubmit via QueryManager at QueryManager.com or JillMarr. Include query letter, 1-page synopsis, brief bio with publishing history, and first 10-15 pages for fiction. For non-fiction, include query letter and full book proposal.
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Jennifer Kim

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RepresentsLiterary fiction, speculative fiction, translated fiction, history, journalism, politics, pop culture, music history
Looking forJennifer is most interested in literary fiction, speculative fiction, and translated fiction for the adult market, unusual history, journalism, politics, and pop-culture and music history. She is particularly drawn to eccentric and unusual stories and values a distinct narrative voice and a strong sense of place.
How to submitSubmit through QueryManager portal with query letter, 1-page synopsis, brief bio including publishing history, and first 10-15 pages of manuscript for fiction.
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How to submitMake your submission letter to the point and as brief as possible. Include a short synopsis of your work, an author bio, and the first five pages of your manuscript pasted into the body of your email, no attachments please.
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