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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
She is most interested in well-written narrative non-fiction (particularly trade-friendly history, cultural studies, and science) as well as character-driven literary fiction for the adult market. She is especially interested in working with scholars (particularly historians) who are looking to transition from the academic market to a trade readership, as well as journalists.
How to submit
Submit through QueryMe.Online portal. Include query letter and appropriate materials as specified on the submissions page.
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Last checked 14 Jun 2026·Last verified: 14 Jun 2026
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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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