Joy Fowlkes
OpenThe Gernert Company·US
Agent profile summary
- Represents
- podcast creatorsjournalismromancewomen's fictionromantasy
- Looking for
- Query Letter, Sample Chapter
- How to submit
Recently verified·Last verified: 15 May 2026
Joy Fowlkes is a literary agent at The Gernert Company based in US. Their list focuses on genres including podcast creators, journalism, and romance. Currently open to submissions, with responses usually within Usually within 4-6 weeks if interested; no response means pass. Submissions via Email. For current guidelines, check the agent's own submission page linked below.
Age Categories
Adult
Response Time
Usually within 4-6 weeks if interested; no response means pass
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