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US Romance Literary Agents

United States literary agents who represent romance. Browse verified listings with submission guidelines and open status.

40 agents · 25 currently open to submissions

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Bianca Guarrasi

Corvisiero Literary Agency

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Epic romance, historical romance, literary fiction, family dramas, romantic comedies, dark comedies, dystopian, urban fiction, picture books, non-fictionWants: Query letter, synopsis (1-2 pages), first 5 pages
Looking for
Epic and historical romance; literary fiction with vivid, natural settings; family dramas, romantic comedies, dark comedies, dystopian, urban fiction; Non-fiction on self-improvement, parenting, alternative education, holistic health
How to submit
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Jeff Ourvan

Jennifer Lyons Literary Agency

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Nonfiction, narrative nonfiction, histories, biographies, science, food, sports, fiction, thriller, mystery, romance, young adult, middle grade, sci-fi
Looking for
Non-fiction, especially narrative nonfiction histories, biographies, international current events, finance, science and sports; fiction, particularly in the young adult, middle grade, mystery, sci-fi and thriller categories.
How to submit
Send queries by email to jeff (at) jenniferlyonsliteraryagency (dot) com
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Jennifer Udden

Laura Dail Literary Agency

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Fantasy, romance, mysteries or thrillers, select horror, literary or upmarket, commercial science fiction
Looking for
Fantasy: standout world building, compelling characters & voices, dark fantasy, cozy fantasy with an edge. Romance: mystery romance & romantic suspense, why-choose, unusual settings or communities, historical-with-a-twist, dark romance. Mysteries/Thrillers: unusual structures/unreliable narrators, cross-genre elements. Open to select horror, literary/upmarket, and commercial science fiction with standout hooks and strong writing. Interested in working with fan writers who are looking to explore trad pub!
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Jessica Errera

Jane Rotrosen Agency

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Commercial women's fiction, ya, contemporary romance, thrillers, suspense, historical fictionWants: Query letter, synopsis, first three chapters
Looking for
Commercial women's fiction with a fresh and fun hook, all genres of YA (especially diverse stories), contemporary romance, thrillers and suspense, the occasional historical fiction, and anything that might be read in a day on the beach
How to submit
Complete the form with query letter, synopsis, and first three chapters
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Michele Mortimer

Darhansoff & Verrill Literary Agents

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Literary fiction, historical fiction, crime, mystery, thrillers, horror, women's fiction, romance, young adult fiction, memoirs, essays, narrative nonfictionWants: Query letter, brief sample in email body
Looking for
Literary fiction; historical fiction; sophisticated genre (crime, mystery, thrillers, horror); upmarket character-rich women's fiction and smart romance; realism-based young adult fiction; memoirs, essays, and narrative nonfiction. Nonfiction interests include: music, sports, wellness, the natural world, animal welfare, feminism, true crime, sociology, and culture both pop and serious.
How to submit
Submissions strictly via dedicated email address: submissions@dvagency.com
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Monica Rodriguez

Context Literary Agency

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Mg, ya, graphic novels, contemporary romance, horror, speculative sci-fi, book club fiction, non-fictionWants: Query letter, bio, first 5-10 pages
Looking for
Stories about identity, family relationships, and travel. MG, YA, & Graphic Novels. Contemporary romance, horror, speculative sci-fi, and book club fiction. Non-fiction submissions and illustrators
How to submit
Send a short description, short bio, and 5-10 pages of text pasted into the body of the email. I do not open attachments
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Nicole Payne

Confluence Literary Agency

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Ya fiction, adult fiction, romance, women's fiction, literary fiction, mystery, suspense, thriller, speculative fiction, science-based nonfiction, travel narratives, cookbooks
Looking for
Young adult and adult fiction across romance, women's fiction, literary fiction, mystery, suspense, thriller, and speculative fiction. Particularly eager to champion diverse voices. On nonfiction: science-based works (biology, forensics, medicine), travel narratives and cookbooks. NOT seeking early readers, middle grade, political novels, or erotica
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Sidney Boker

InkWell Management

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Young adult, fantasy, horror, thriller, romance, graphic novelsWants: Query letter, first 1-2 chapters
Looking for
Young adult, fantasy, light horror, thriller, the occasional rom-com, graphic novels, and almost anything with a strong female lead.
How to submit
Queries should be emailed to submissions@inkwellmanagement.com. In the body of your email, please include a query letter and a short writing sample (1-2 chapters). You may specify the name of the agent to whom you are submitting in the subject line.
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Taj McCoy

Laura Dail Literary Agency

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Mysteries, thrillers, cozies, contemporary romance, romcoms, upmarket women's fiction, memoirs, narratives, cookbooks, self-help, mg fiction, ya fiction, historical narratives
Looking for
Adult Fiction: High-stakes mysteries and thrillers, and funny cozies––especially ones featuring ensembles, intergenerational family dynamics, and/or main characters outside of law enforcement, military, or journalism; contemporary romance and romcoms; upmarket women's fiction. Adult Non-Fiction: memoirs, narratives, cookbooks involving family heritage, self-help with concrete takeaways, empowerment, cultural tradition, and parts of history not typically taught in school. MG and YA: commercial fiction, including contemporary fantasy, horror, romance, mystery, and thriller––including ones with spooky or paranormal elements––especially ones that grapple with identity and/or intersectionality with fresh perspectives.
How to submit
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Maggie Cooper

Aevitas Creative Management (ACM UK)

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Literary fiction, historical fiction, romance, nonfiction, graphic memoir, journalismWants: Query letter, synopsis, sample pages
Looking for
Imaginative, genre-bending literary fiction and capacious historical novels that push boundaries, beautifully told queer stories, and smart, feminist romance. In nonfiction, projects that probe assumptions and invite nuance, with special attention to queer, trans, and underrepresented experiences, as well as narratives exploring culture, technology, food, and the environment.
How to submit
Submit your query via Query Manager at the link provided. Include a cover letter, synopsis, and sample pages as appropriate for your project.
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Andrea Somberg

Harvey Klinger Literary Agency

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Literary fiction, commercial fiction, upmarket women's fiction, romance, thriller, mystery, fantasy, science fiction, historical fiction, young adult fiction, middle grade fiction, memoir, narrative non-fiction, popular science, parenting, pop culture, humor, how-to, self-help, lifestyle, travel, interior design, crafts, businessWants: Query letter, synopsis, author bio, first five pages
Looking for
Andrea represents a wide range of fiction and nonfiction, including projects for adult, young adult and middle grade audiences. She actively seeks literary and commercial fiction, upmarket women's fiction, romance, thrillers, mystery, fantasy, science fiction, and historical fiction. In nonfiction, she seeks memoir, narrative nonfiction, popular science, parenting, pop culture, humor, how-to, self-help, lifestyle, travel, interior design, crafts, and business.
How to submit
Submit via email with a short synopsis of your work, author bio, and the first five pages of your manuscript pasted into the body of the email. No attachments.
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Ann Rose

The Tobias Literary Agency

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Middle grade, young adult, romance, science fiction, fantasy, commercial fiction, contemporary fictionWants: Query letter, synopsis, sample pages
Looking for
She is looking for characters who aren't afraid to stand up for their convictions and beliefs. She's open to all genres of middle grade and especially loves stories that push the Middle Grade boundary. She represents all genres in Young Adult and in adult fiction adores swoony romances, light science fiction or fantasy, commercial fiction, and heartwarming or heart wrenching contemporaries. She enjoys feminist stories that highlight women's experiences, strong female friendship narratives, unique voices, diverse perspectives, vivid settings, and stories that explore tough topics.
How to submit
Submit through QueryManager with query letter, 1-2 page synopsis, and sample pages of either 3 chapters or first 30 pages. Format submissions with double spacing, Times New Roman 12pt font, 1 inch margins, and indent each new paragraph.
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Cate Hart

Harvey Klinger Literary Agency

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Historical, women's fiction, romance, fantasy, mystery, psychological thriller, middle grade, young adult, narrative non-fiction, history, film, tv, theatre, pop culture, music, commercial fictionWants: Query letter, synopsis, author bio, first 5 pages
Looking for
She specializes in Historical fiction, whether in Young Adult, Women's Fiction and Romance, or narrative nonfiction. She is particularly drawn to oft forgotten stories of the past and underrepresented voices, and especially personal to her is unexplored Southern history and culture. She also loves high-concept fantasy in Young Adult and Adult fiction.
How to submit
Submit queries through QueryManager only. Include a short synopsis of your work, author bio, and the first five pages pasted into the submission form. No attachments. Do not query more than one agent at Harvey Klinger at a time.
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Grace Demyan

Harvey Klinger Literary Agency

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Literary fiction, commercial fiction, thriller, romance, fantasy, science fiction, horror, historical fiction, women's fiction, young adultWants: Query letter, synopsis, author bio, first 5 pages
Looking for
She is interested in a wide range of fiction and always on the lookout for underrepresented authors. In general, she loves quirky-off beat storytelling that can deliver heartfelt and thoughtful messaging, characters with richly developed relationships, and stories that center around a fantastical or often-overlooked setting.
How to submit
Make your submission letter to the point and as brief as possible. Include a short synopsis of your work, an author bio, and the first five pages of your manuscript pasted into the body of your email, no attachments please. Do not query more than one agent at Harvey Klinger, Inc. at a time.
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Gracie Freeman Lifschutz

Dystel, Goderich & Bourret LLC

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Grounded genre fiction, upmarket romance, psychological thrillers, folk horror, book club fiction, narrative non-fictionWants: Query letter, one sentence pitch, first 20 pages, comparable books, biography
Looking for
Gracie is interested in grounded genre fiction, upmarket romance, psychological thrillers, folk horror, book club fiction, and narrative nonfiction examining culture and social issues. Across young adult and adult categories, she's interested in underrepresented voices, inventive storytelling, and delicious prose.
How to submit
Submit via Query Manager only. Include query letter, one sentence pitch, first 20 pages, and comparable books. Do not query via email.
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Laura Rennert

Andrea Brown Literary Agency

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Literary fiction, commercial fiction, thriller, horror, science fiction, fantasy, speculative fiction, historical fiction, picture books, middle grade, young adult, romance, mysteryWants: Query letter, author bio, sample pages
Looking for
Laura would love to find fantasy, spec fiction, alternate history, and horror with fresh, original, unexpected reimaginings. She seeks retellings that reinvent underlying traditions, gothic suspense or thrillers, romantasy that is more romantic fantasy than fantasy romance, high concept rom-coms, and sexy historical romance. She also wants thrillers and mysteries with dynamic, unexpected characters and rich psychological insights.
How to submit
Click on the QueryManager link in the agent's bio, follow the prompts, and complete all required fields including a short query letter with a description of your work, previous publishing credentials, a short author bio, contact information, and for novels: first 10 pages of text.
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Michaela Whatnall

Dystel, Goderich & Bourret LLC

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Middle grade, young adult, upmarket adult fiction, grounded fantasy, adult romance, narrative non-fiction, graphic novels, picture booksWants: Sibling stories
Looking for
Michaela is most strongly interested in finding middle grade and young adult projects of all genres, upmarket adult fiction, and grounded fantasy. They are also open to select adult romance, narrative nonfiction for both children and adults, graphic novels, and picture books. Specifically seeks sibling stories.
How to submit
Submit only via Query Manager. Include full query in body, first 25 pages for fiction or proposal with sample chapter for nonfiction. For picture books, include full text and dummy or sample art if available. Query only one agent at the agency at a time.
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Natascha Morris

The Tobias Literary Agency

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Fantasy, mystery, horror, speculative fiction, romance, picture books, middle grade, young adult, graphic novelsWants: Query letter, synopsis, one paragraph pitch, first 3 chapters
Looking for
She is primarily looking for bold, emotional narratives with layered characters, lyrical and atmospheric writing, voicey genre-blending tales, big stakes, speculative worlds filled with haunting quietly wondrous magic, sharply funny rom-coms and coming of age narratives, witty and heartfelt picture books, and fearless storytellers tackling big ideas. She loves working with and supporting marginalized authors and their stories.
How to submit
Submit materials via Query Manager.
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Sarah N. Fisk

The Tobias Literary Agency

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Young adult fiction, adult romance, adult science fiction, adult fantasy, adult speculative fiction, middle grade fictionWants: Query letter, synopsis, first 3 chapters
Looking for
Books that challenge societal norms, especially gender norms, stories featuring queer characters or characters with disability, neurodiversity, chronic illness, or mental health challenges, atmospheric fantasies, speculative mysteries, and stories with complicated sibling relationships.
How to submit
Submit queries through Query Manager. Include query letter, synopsis, and first 3 chapters for fiction. Provide content warnings especially for sexual assault or OCD behaviors.
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Saritza Hernández

Andrea Brown Literary Agency

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Romance, science fiction, fantasy, gothic tales, horror, cozy mysteries, upmarket commercial fiction, narrative non-fiction, young adult, middle gradeWants: Query letter, author bio, sample pages, one-sentence pitch
Looking for
Saritza seeks commercial fiction by diverse authors, particularly romance with complex characters, propulsive science fiction, character-driven fantasy, atmospheric horror, cozy mysteries, upmarket commercial fiction, narrative nonfiction about culture and food, and all Young Adult/Middle Grade genres especially science fiction and romance.
How to submit
Submit via QueryManager link with query letter, author bio, contact information, and first 10 pages for novels. Include one-sentence pitch. Follow submission guidelines on agency website.
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Stefanie Rossitto

The Tobias Literary Agency

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Romance, women's fiction, historical fiction, commercial fictionWants: Query letter, synopsis, first chapter, one paragraph pitch
Looking for
She is looking for historical fiction, funny witty modern romances, anything medieval, and exciting historical romances and fiction based on real characters. She wants women's fiction, rom-coms and romances including romantasy, horromance, and cozy romance that are timely, fresh, high-concept with unique hooks. She seeks stories around immigration, cultural differences, mother-daughter stories, dysfunctional families, and found family themes.
How to submit
Submit through QueryManager only. Include query letter, synopsis, one paragraph pitch, target audience description, and first chapter or full proposal for nonfiction.
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Allegra Martschenko

BookEnds Literary Agency

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Adult romance, adult romantic comedy, adult science fiction and fantasy, adult speculative, crossover romance, crossover romantic comedy, crossover science fiction and fantasy, crossover speculative, young adult science fiction and fantasy, young adult speculativeWants: Query letter, first 5 pages
Looking for
Allegra is only accepting queries from marginalized writers and represents romance, romcom, Science Fiction and Fantasy and speculative fiction across adult, crossover, and young adult categories.
How to submit
Submit through QueryManager form with query letter, first 5 pages, and confirmation of marginalized writer status. Address query to Allegra without titles that could misgender.
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Jessica Alvarez

BookEnds Literary Agency

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Romance, women's fiction, book club fictionWants: Query letter, first 3 pages
Looking for
Jessica is seeking romance (including category, contemporary, historical, LGBTQ+, paranormal, and thriller/suspense romance), women's fiction, and book club fiction. She is also interested in subrights representation for previously published authors.
How to submit
Submit through the QueryManager form with query letter and first 3 pages. One BookEnds agent at a time.
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Jon Michael Darga

Aevitas Creative Management (ACM UK)

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Memoir, pop culture, commercial fiction, mystery, thriller, horror, romance, cookbook, non-fiction
Looking for
Voice-driven pop culture writing that brings fresh perspective to contemporary culture, non-fiction histories that recast narratives by centering unexpected or previously unheard voices, and adult commercial fiction featuring diverse casts and original stories, particularly in mystery, thriller, romance, and horror
How to submit
Submit via Query Manager only. Darga does not represent children's books, political or crime thrillers, fantasy or science fiction, or non-fiction in the self-help, how-to, or business categories.
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Elizabeth Rudnick

Gillian MacKenzie Agency

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Children's books, literary fiction, upmarket fiction, genre fiction, thrillers, historical fiction, romance, mysteries, science fictionWants: Query letter, full manuscript, illustration samples for children's books
Looking for
Clever voices and unreliable narrators, stories told from diverse perspectives, rich world building, strong character dynamics, and firsts—first love, first heartbreak, first loss, first divorce, etc. Novels featuring smart, strong, funny, and fierce women
How to submit
Email queries with specified subject headers to designated addresses
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Gabrielle Harbowy

Corvisiero Literary Agency

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Science fiction, fantasy, paranormal mysteries, queer romance, speculative fictionWants: Query letter, synopsis, sample pages
Looking for
Science fiction with feels; Immersive Fantasy; Heists with paranormal/supernatural elements; Genuine Magical Realism; Queer Romance and alternative relationship structures; Speculative fiction that falls between genre cracks
How to submit
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Katrina Lemaire

Corvisiero Literary Agency

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Horror, speculative fiction, romantasy, fantasy, gothic, magical realism, contemporary romance, picture books, graphic novelsWants: Query letter, synopsis, first 20 pages for graphic novels
Looking for
#OwnVoices Horror, Speculative, and Romantasy; Horror including body horror, femgore, horror romance, monster horror, folk horror; Gothic romance; Magical Realism; Indigenous/First Nations works; Cozy fantasies; Picture books with climate change and environmental STEAM themes
How to submit
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Jim McCarthy

Dystel, Goderich & Bourret LLC

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Literary fiction, commercial fiction, fantasy, mystery, romance, narrative non-fiction, memoir, history, pop culture, children's non-fictionWants: Query letter, first 25 pages
Looking for
Jim is particularly interested in literary fiction, underrepresented voices, fantasy, mysteries, romance, anything unusual or unexpected, and any book that makes him cry or laugh out loud. He wants to see more children's nonfiction.
How to submit
Submit to Jim McCarthy only via Query Manager at https:// queryManager.com or JimMcCarthy. Include query letter in body with first 25 pages of manuscript for fiction or proposal with sample chapter for nonfiction.
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Joanna MacKenzie

Nelson Literary Agency

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Women's fiction, thriller, speculative fiction, commercial fiction, horror, mystery, historical romance, poetry, picture booksWants: Query letter, first ten pages, bio, title/genre/word count
Looking for
She seeks stories that surprise and delight with characters readers can't stop thinking about and sharp writing. She wants high-concept, twisty stories with strong voices in women's fiction, thriller, and speculative fiction. She's particularly interested in timely commercial fiction where the personal intersects with world events, stories about female rage and friendships, complex family dynamics, incisive horror with social commentary, and atmospheric mysteries set in close-knit communities.
How to submit
Submit through Query Manager with a brief bio including writing credentials, title or genre or word count, query letter, and first ten pages.
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Kathleen Rushall

Andrea Brown Literary Agency

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Picture books, chapter books, middle grade, young adult, adult fiction, contemporary, fantasy, romance, suspense, non-fictionWants: Query letter, author bio, sample pages
Looking for
She loves both contemporary and fantasy as well as the spooky and unexpected. She loves multi-generational stories, matrilineal magic, and is always happy to see high-concept contemporary romance. She also enjoys darker suspenseful reads and loves atmospheric settings that feel like a character. For picture books, she works on both fiction and nonfiction with interest in environmental and STEM themes, animals, emotional intelligence, and books for youngest readers including vehicle books.
How to submit
Submit through QueryManager with query letter, author bio, publishing credentials, contact information, and sample pages. For novels: first 10 pages. For picture books text only: full manuscript. Response even if passing.
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Sharon Pelletier

Dystel, Goderich & Bourret LLC

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Upmarket fiction, women's fiction, suspense, romance, book club fiction, narrative non-fictionWants: Joyful book club fiction
Looking for
Sharon's list includes upmarket fiction of all sorts, from smart, complex women's fiction to unexpected suspense fiction and romance to hearty, unforgettable book club fiction. She also occasionally takes on compelling, fierce narrative nonfiction by journalists, experts, or emerging voices with a promising platform.
How to submit
Submit only through Query Manager. Include query letter in the body with first 25 pages of manuscript for fiction or proposal with sample chapter for nonfiction.
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Casey Conniff

Jane Rotrosen Agency

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Cozy fantasy, romance, romcoms, dark romance, sports romance, small town romance, commercial book club fiction, romantasy, thrillers, suspense, magical realism
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Cozy fantasy, all things romance (romcoms, dark romance, sports romance, small town romance), commercial book club fiction, romantasy, thrillers and suspense, and magical realism. Particularly drawn to stories with a strong voice and immersive relationships at their core
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Rebecca Rodd

Levine Greenberg Rostan Literary Agency

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Adult fiction, ya, grounded speculative stories, contemporary romance, illustrated picture books, middle-grade fiction, nonfiction
Looking for
Grounded, speculative stories, page-turning contemporary romance, non-linear storytelling, and elevated writing across the board. In children's books, Rebecca's looking for illustrated picture books with humor or heart that would work well for story time and middle-grade fiction that discusses big life moments. In the non-fiction space, Rebecca is interested in millennial experiences and perspectives, especially ones that challenge societal norms, or that feel fresh and from underrepresented voices. She's also interested in food, pop culture, psychology, and social commentary with hints of humor
How to submit
Email: rrodd@lgrliterary.com
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