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Ismita Hussain

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Great Dog Literary·US

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Represents
literary fictionhealth nonfictionyoung adultshort stories
Looking for
Query Letter, Synopsis, First Ten Pages
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Ismita Hussain is a literary agent at Great Dog Literary based in US. Their list focuses on genres including literary fiction, health nonfiction, and young adult. Currently open to submissions, with responses usually within 4-6 weeks. Submissions via QueryManager. For current guidelines, check the agent's own submission page linked below.

Age Categories

Adult, Young Adult

Response Time

Usually responds within 4-6 weeks

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