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The Ekus Group·US

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Represents
cookbooksculinaryhealthwellnesslifestylefood narrative
+4 morewomen's non-fictioncaregivingparentingselect non-fiction
Looking for
Book proposal with all essential components including title page, concept/overview, author biography, markets, promotion plan, competition analysis, table of contents, chapter summaries, and complete sample material
How to submit
Form
Recently verified·Last verified: 13 May 2026

Sally Ekus is a literary agent at The Ekus Group based in US. Their list focuses on genres including cookbooks, culinary, and health. Currently open to submissions, with responses usually Within six weeks. Submissions via Form. For current guidelines, check the agent's own submission page linked below.

Age Categories

Adult

Response Time

Usually responds Within six weeks

Notable Clients

Represents more than 150 authors, many of whom have published multiple books

Notes

Does not accept AI-generated queries or manuscripts. Does not handle fiction, poetry, or children's books.

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