The Gernert Company·US
Agent profile summary
- Represents
- literary fictioncrossover fictioncreative nonfictionillustrated work
- Looking for
- Query Letter, Sample Chapter
- How to submit
Recently verified·Last verified: 15 May 2026
Meredith Kaffel Simonoff is a literary agent at The Gernert Company based in US. Their list focuses on genres including literary fiction, crossover fiction, and creative nonfiction. 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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