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Josh Getzler

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HG Literary·US

Agent profile summary

Represents
historical fictionforeign fictionwomen's fictionthrillermysteriesmiddle grade fiction
+3 morehistorybusinesspolitical thought
Looking for
Query Letter, First Five Pages
How to submit
Email
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Josh Getzler is a literary agent at HG Literary based in US. Their list focuses on genres including historical fiction, foreign fiction, and women's fiction. Currently closed to submissions, with responses usually within 6-8 weeks. Submissions via Email. For current guidelines, check the agent's own submission page linked below.

Age Categories

Adult, Middle Grade

Response Time

Usually responds within 6-8 weeks

Notable Clients

S.A. Cosby, Rob Hart, Alex Segura, Rev Al Sharpton, Mita Mallick, Geoff Rodkey, EJ Copperman/Jeff Cohen, EM Powell, Jessica Burkhart, Eli Cranor, Delia Pitts

Notes

Josh is currently closed to queries. He does not represent religious fiction, high fantasy, or picture books.

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