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Nicki Richesin

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Dunow, Carlson, and Lerner Literary Agency·US

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Represents
fictionnon-fiction
Looking for
In nonfiction, she is interested in bold contemporary voices, extraordinary untold stories, investigative journalism, pop culture, biography, memoir that often blends personal narrative with cultural analysis, food writing, and narrative nonfiction projects. In fiction, she is looking for voice- and character-driven novels, especially upmarket or literary fiction that resonates emotionally.
How to submit
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Last checked 5 Jun 2026·Last verified: 5 Jun 2026
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Nicki Richesin is a literary agent at Dunow, Carlson, and Lerner Literary Agency based in US. Their list focuses on fiction and non-fiction. Currently open to submissions. Submissions via Email. For current guidelines, check the agent's own submission page linked below.

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She is proud to represent a list that is diverse, queer, and eclectic. As an editorially focused agent, she loves to help develop and nurture debut writers. She lives in the San Francisco Bay Area.

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