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36 agents

Rose Ferrao

P.S. Literary Agency

Open
RepresentsCommercial romance, fantasy, science fiction, horror, upmarket thrillers, contemporary fiction, young adult fiction, cookbooks, food writing, sports, pop culture, music, psychology, lifestyle, wellness
Looking forIn fiction, she is looking for commercial romance, adult and crossover fantasy, science fiction, horror, upmarket thrillers, contemporary fiction and select young adult fiction. She is drawn to stories that embrace genre conventions from a fun, fresh angle. In non-fiction, she is looking for cookbooks and food writing, sports, pop culture, music, psychology, lifestyle, and wellness, especially when approached from a specific, unique perspective.
How to submitInclude the first ten pages of text only within the body of your email for adult fiction, adult memoir, adult non-fiction essay collection, or children's fiction and non-fiction.
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Last checked 26 Sept 2026

Rita Veras

Rosecliff Literary

Open
RepresentsHistorical fiction, romance, magical realism, horror
Looking forImmersive, atmospheric stories across genres, especially historical fiction—gothic or moody tales, BIPOC romances rooted in heritage, and magical realism with political nuance. Feminist retellings that reclaim overlooked voices and narratives on identity and ancestry. Folklore-inspired horror
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Last checked 26 Sept 2026

Roma Panganiban

Azantian Literary Agency

Open
RepresentsLiterary fiction, upmarket fiction, speculative fiction, fantasy, historical fiction, mystery, narrative non-fiction, cultural history, creative non-fiction, food writing, young adult, middle grade
Looking forShe seeks fresh, unexpected perspectives, particularly from underrepresented communities. She favors character-driven literary fiction that borrows from genre elements, narrative nonfiction that reorients understanding of history and culture, and creative nonfiction that appeals to heart, mind, and humor. For Young Adult she prefers realistic, emotional stories whether contemporary or historical.
How to submitSubmit via Roma's QueryManager form. Include query letter, synopsis, comparable books, and upload first 20 pages for fiction or full proposal for nonfiction. One agent at a time, but can submit to up to three ALA agents if first passes.
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Last checked 26 Sept 2026

Soumeya Bendimerad Roberts

HG Literary

Open
RepresentsLiterary fiction, upmarket fiction, narrative non-fiction, memoir, creative non-fiction, design, craft, lifestyle
Looking forShe is seeking new voices in fiction and narrative nonfiction, especially stories about dynamic relationships between complex but sympathetic characters, families, siblings, and motherhood, social commentary, unconventional settings and subcultures, our relationship with land, nature, and animals, and controlled experiments with form. She is particularly interested in work that investigates or reflects on the post-colonial world, marginalized and liminal spaces, and narratives by people of color. In non-fiction, she is primarily looking for idea-driven or voice-forward memoirs, personal essay collections, and narrative non-fiction of all stripes.
How to submitSend a query letter, synopsis, and the first fifty pages of the manuscript directly through Query Manager.
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Last checked 25 Sept 2026

Nina Richner

Howard Morhaim Literary Agency

Open
RepresentsLiterary fiction, horror, thriller, contemporary fiction, queer fiction, magical realism, narrative non-fiction, memoir, essay collections
Looking forNina is looking for literary fiction, horror/thriller, contemporary fiction, queer fiction, and magical realism. She is drawn to emotionally complex characters, family sagas (especially those that focus on mothers and daughters), voice-driven novels, and untold queer stories. She is always on the lookout for psychological horror, particularly queer horror novels. In nonfiction, she is most interested in narrative nonfiction such as memoirs and essay collections, with climate, psychology, and gender/queer studies as top categories.
How to submitSubmit query via QueryManager profile. Include query letter and first three chapters for fiction or full nonfiction book proposal.
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Last checked 25 Sept 2026

Sophie Barnett

InkWell Management

Open
RepresentsLiterary fiction, cultural history
Looking forLiterary fiction and works of cultural history.
How to submitQueries 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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Last checked 25 Sept 2026

Sidney Boker

InkWell Management

Open
RepresentsYoung adult, fantasy, horror, thriller, romance, graphic novels
Looking forYoung adult, fantasy, light horror, thriller, the occasional rom-com, graphic novels, and almost anything with a strong female lead.
How to submitQueries 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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Last checked 25 Sept 2026

Taj McCoy

Laura Dail Literary Agency

Open
RepresentsMysteries, thrillers, cozies, contemporary romance, romcoms, upmarket women's fiction, memoirs, narratives, cookbooks, self-help, MG fiction, YA fiction, historical narratives
Looking forAdult 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 submitUse QueryManager link provided
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Last checked 25 Sept 2026

Rebecca Angus

Howland Literary

Open
RepresentsPicture books, middle grade, young adult, select adult
Looking forQuery Letter, Synopsis, One-sentence pitch, First 20 Pages, Book proposal for nonfiction
How to submitRebecca is only accepting submissions via her personal QueryManager link. Please include your title, word count, genre, one-sentence pitch, synopsis, and query letter. For fiction, please include the first 20 pages of your manuscript. For nonfiction, please include your book proposal.
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Last checked 25 Sept 2026

Max Moorhead

Massie McQuilkin & Altman Literary Agents

Open
RepresentsLiterary fiction, memoir, politics, journalism, cultural history, biography
Looking forLiterary fiction and nonfiction in the areas of memoir, politics, journalism, cultural history, and biography. In fiction: beautiful writing, unforgettable characters, family stories, socially engaged writing, and compelling plots
How to submitSend queries to the attention of Max Moorhead at max@mmqalit.com
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Last checked 25 Sept 2026

Michael Taeckens

Massie McQuilkin & Altman Literary Agents

Open
RepresentsLiterary fiction, narrative nonfiction, biography, cultural studies, history, current events, hybrid work, memoir, popular culture, science
Looking forLiterary fiction and a wide variety of narrative nonfiction (including biography, cultural studies, history/current events, hybrid work, memoir, popular culture, and science)
How to submitSend queries directly to michael@mmqalit.com with subject line 'query' and include synopsis, publication history, brief bio, and excerpt up to 10 pages
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Last checked 25 Sept 2026

Matthew Elblonk

DeFiore and Company

Open
RepresentsMusic, pop culture, narrative non-fiction, food, literary fiction, humor, science
Looking forWriters in the world of music, pop culture, narrative non-fiction, food, young adult, literary fiction and humor. Also interested in science and any authors with great ideas and an equally strong platform. He tends to have a soft spot for all Beatle related projects.
How to submitSend query letter that includes a brief summary of your novel or the scope of your non-fiction project, a short description why you're writing the project, any specific credentials you have for writing the book in question, and the first five pages for fiction only.
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Last checked 25 Sept 2026

Larissa Melo Pienkowski

Azantian Literary Agency

Open
RepresentsLiterary fiction, commercial fiction, fantasy, historical fiction, romance, thriller, mystery, middle grade, young adult, narrative non-fiction, essay collections
Looking forShe seeks literary family sagas, genre-blending fiction, heists and cons that critique power systems, murder mysteries with humor, literary fiction about BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ protagonists, feminist revenge stories, whimsical fantasy, high-heat romance, historical fiction with unexpected settings, middle-grade adventures and slice-of-life, Young Adult queer and anticolonial revenge stories, narrative nonfiction connecting journalism to personal experience, and microhistories described as love letters to niche topics.
How to submitSubmit via QueryManager submission form. Include polished query letter, bio, and manuscript pages according to genre guidelines. Select one agent at ALA to submit to initially.
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Last checked 25 Sept 2026

Keir Alekseii

Azantian Literary Agency

Open
RepresentsScience fiction, fantasy, horror
Looking forStories from BIPOC who are born and raised in the Global South. Work that burns down the patriarchy and colonizers, contains gaming Easter eggs, has emotional resonance like indie games, and political complexity like anime. Dragons, sapphic power couples, cozy Studio Ghibli-like stories, BIPOC vampires, dark academia with e-sports or tabletop gaming, and stories where emotional intelligence is valuable.
How to submitSelect one agent to submit to. Submit to one agent at a time, but if one passes, you can submit to up to three agents at ALA. Submit 10-20 polished pages for novels. Must be complete manuscript.
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Last checked 25 Sept 2026

Mara Hollander

Azantian Literary Agency

Open
RepresentsFantasy, romance, mystery, horror, upmarket fiction, commercial fiction, thriller, science fiction, non-fiction
Looking forShe seeks accessibly-written novels that transport readers and make them forget the world around them. She loves deep POV, compelling hooks, and confident voices. She's particularly interested in fantasy, romance, mystery, horror, and upmarket or commercial fiction, especially with speculative elements. In nonfiction, she wants paradigm-shifting, platform-driven books that make readers reconsider what they know about the world.
How to submitSubmit through Query Manager only. Include query letter, bio, and 10-20 polished pages for novels. No email submissions accepted unless requested or on referral.
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Last checked 25 Sept 2026

Mark O'Brien

Azantian Literary Agency

Open
RepresentsGraphic novels, young adult contemporary, young adult science fiction, young adult fantasy, adult romance, adult non-fiction
Looking forHe loves lyrical prose, wordplay, and humor. He is especially excited about working with queer, neurodivergent, BIPOC, and disabled creators. In Young Adult, he seeks contemporary realistic fiction and science fiction/fantasy. In adult fiction, he wants queer romance. For nonfiction, he prefers accessible, queer, and neurodivergent works.
How to submitFill out his submission form via QueryManager. Submit one agent at a time, but can submit to up to three ALA agents if one passes. Include polished query letter, bio, and complete work.
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Last checked 25 Sept 2026

Eric Showers

Howard Morhaim Literary Agency

Open
RepresentsAdult speculative fiction, non-fiction
Looking forHe is most drawn to narratives that explore hierarchies of power, novel world-building in secondary world fantasy, and protagonists with unique voices. He is also looking for stories on the cozier side of speculative fiction. In nonfiction, he is most interested in history and philosophy.
How to submitEmail query letter and the first three chapters of your novel or full non-fiction book proposal
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Last checked 25 Sept 2026

Chris Park

DeFiore and Company

Open
RepresentsNon-fiction, memoir, narrative non-fiction, prescriptive, christian, sports
Looking forShe is passionate about stories that must be told and is drawn in particular to authors whose faith engages the wider world. Chris represents books across a broad spectrum of nonfiction including memoirs, narrative, prescriptive, Christian, and sports, and works with authors to develop books that are appealing and accessible to a broad audience.
How to submitSubmit query letter including a brief summary of your project, short description of why you're writing it, any specific credentials, and first five pages for fiction only via the online form.
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Last checked 25 Sept 2026

Caroline Livingston

DeFiore and Company

Open
RepresentsVisit agent's website for details
Looking forCaroline is drawn to incisive, compelling storytellers with prose that jumps off the page. She is particularly interested in up-and-coming Gen Z voices, as well as diverse perspectives across the topics of pop culture, investigative journalism, women's studies, history, true crime, technology, and self-improvement.
How to submitSend a query letter that includes a brief summary of your novel or the scope of your non-fiction project, a short description why you're writing the project, any specific credentials you have for writing the book in question, and the first five pages for fiction only.
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Last checked 25 Sept 2026

Abby Walters

David Black Literary Agency

Open
RepresentsUpmarket fiction, literary fiction, women's fiction
Looking forAbby Walters represents upmarket and literary fiction, especially voice-led, psychologically deep novels about flawed characters at moments of rupture. She is interested in desire, power, class, addiction, creativity, self-mythologizing, strong settings outside the United States, narrative momentum, and witty or scandal-led women's fiction.
How to submitSend a query letter, author bio, and the first ten pages of the manuscript to awalters@dblackagency.com. The agency does not accept paper, phone, mail, or fax queries and asks writers to query one agent at a time.
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Last checked 25 Sept 2026

Melissa Flashman

Janklow & Nesbit Associates

Open
RepresentsFiction, non-fiction
Looking forIn nonfiction, she is particularly interested in conversation-changing books including journalism, science, technology, business/finance/economics, memoir/narrative, self-help/wellness, and essays and cultural criticism. She is drawn to a range of literary and commercial fiction and is particularly excited about stories that touch on the deeper meaning of life, family, identity and love.
How to submitDirect submission to an individual agent. For fiction: send an informative description, brief synopsis and the first ten pages. For non-fiction: send an informative description, full outline, and the first ten pages of the manuscript. Include sample pages in the body of the email below your query.
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Last checked 24 Sept 2026

PJ Mark

Janklow & Nesbit Associates

Open
RepresentsFiction, non-fiction, picture books, graphic novels
Looking forQuery Letter, Synopsis, Sample Pages
How to submitDirect submission to an individual agent. For fiction: send informative description, brief synopsis and first ten pages in email body. For non-fiction: send informative description, full outline, and first ten pages in email body. For picture books: send informative description, full outline, dummy as PDF and full-color samples as JPEGs or PDFs. For graphic novels: send 10 illustrated pages with text as PDF and synopsis in email body.
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Last checked 24 Sept 2026

Jess Regel

Helm Literary

Open
RepresentsFiction, nonfiction, children's books, adult, young adult, middle grade, graphic novels
Looking forContemporary & Upmarket fiction, Upmarket Romance, Speculative & Cozy Fantasy, Literary Thriller/Suspense/Psychological, Atmospheric & Genre-Bending, Fun & Offbeat, Graphic Novels, Big Ideas & Culture nonfiction, Literary Memoir
How to submitSend query and first 10 pages in body of email to helmsubmissions@gmail.com. No attachments will be opened.
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Last checked 24 Sept 2026

Megan Amero

InkWell Management

Open
RepresentsScience fiction, fantasy, speculative literature
Looking forScience fiction, fantasy, and speculative literature that falls anywhere along the commercial to literary spectrum. Books that delve into the intricacies of language or explore forgotten mythologies.
How to submitQueries 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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Last checked 24 Sept 2026

Maria Vicente

P.S. Literary Agency

Open
RepresentsLiterary fiction, upmarket fiction, contemporary novels, fantasy, science fiction, magical realism, horror, mysteries, middle grade fantasy, picture books, graphic novels, arts, pop culture, nature, psychology, cultural history, science, wellness, occult
Looking forLiterary and upmarket fiction, non-fiction book proposals, select children's books, and graphic novels. In fiction, she's looking for contemporary novels (with or without speculative elements), fantasy, grounded science fiction, magical realism, horror, and mysteries. In non-fiction, she's interested in projects that explore the arts, pop culture, nature, psychology, cultural history, science, wellness, and the occult
How to submitInclude the first ten pages of text only within the body of your email for adult fiction, adult memoir, adult non-fiction essay collection, or children's fiction and non-fiction. For graphic novels, Maria is only considering projects by a single creator both writing and illustrating the book.
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Last checked 24 Sept 2026

Marina Green

P.S. Literary Agency

Open
RepresentsSpeculative fiction, horror, romance, mystery, thriller, literary fiction, fantasy, young adult, self-help, spiritual, occult, nature memoir, nature non-fiction
Looking forIn fiction, she is particularly drawn to speculative, atmospheric, and voice-driven narratives for both adult and young adult audiences. She has a soft spot for hybrid genres, such as horror-romance or speculative thrillers, and books with big hooks. On the non-fiction side, she is interested in self-help, spiritual (Marina loves the woo woo!), and the occult. She's also very keen to find poignant nature memoirs and other nature-based non-fiction.
How to submitPlease use this format in the subject field of your email: 'Marina or BOOK TITLE or CREATOR NAME or GENRE'
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Last checked 24 Sept 2026

Kristen Terrette

Martin-Newens Literary Management

Open
RepresentsYoung adult, new adult, fantasy, thrillers, mysteries, suspense, romance, women's fiction, horror, literary fiction, historical fiction, contemporary, nonfiction, faith-based books, illustrators
Looking forYA (all subgenres except sci-fi), thrillers/suspense/mystery, horror, contemporary, romance, new adult, women's fiction, historical fiction, literary fiction, faith-based/inspirational fiction and nonfiction, true crime, illustrators. Welcomes BIPOC and disabled main characters.
How to submitQuery via agency submission process
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Last checked 24 Sept 2026

Renée Zuckerbrot

Massie McQuilkin & Altman Literary Agents

Open
RepresentsVoice-driven fiction, short story collections, narrative nonfiction, science, history, biography, memoir, pop culture
Looking forVoice-driven fiction, short story collections, narrative nonfiction (especially science, history, biography, memoir, and pop culture)
How to submitQuery her directly at renee@mmqalit.com with word 'query' in subject line, attach excerpt up to three sample chapters as Word document
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Last checked 24 Sept 2026

Joanna Volpe

New Leaf Literary and Media

Open
RepresentsVisit agent's website for details
Looking forSee source page for more info
How to submitQuery via QueryManager or email query@newleafliterary.com with word 'Query' in subject line plus agent's name
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Last checked 24 Sept 2026

Matt Bialer

Sanford J. Greenburger Associates

Open
RepresentsFantasy, science fiction, thrillers, mysteries, literary fiction, narrative nonfiction
Looking forFantasy, science fiction, thrillers, and mysteries as well as literary writers, and smart narrative nonfiction
How to submitPlease send query letter in the body of your email to querymb@sjga.com, and then send the following as an attachment: the first three chapters of your book (for fiction) or your complete book proposal (for nonfiction)
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Last checked 24 Sept 2026

Kelsey Evans

Rosecliff Literary

Open
RepresentsVisit agent's website for details
Looking forEspecially excited to seek out independent voices by tracking breakout self-published successes, surfacing under-the-radar talent, and scouting the indie authors whose sales, platforms, and craft signal they're ready to leap into traditional publishing
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Last checked 24 Sept 2026

Kathryn Toolan

Park, Fine & Brower Literary Management

Open
RepresentsInternational rights, fiction, nonfiction
Looking forA small client list and storytelling in any form
How to submitEmail a query letter and accompanying material to queries@parkfinebrower.com, specify the agent name and category or genre in the subject line.
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Last checked 24 Sept 2026

Jen Newens

Martin-Newens Literary Management

Open
RepresentsAdult nonfiction, adult fiction, children's literature, picture books, middle grade, young adult, graphic novels
Looking forCooking, drinks, health/wellness, lifestyle, self-help, women's issues, memoir, cat content, underrepresented voices. Occasional adult fiction for existing clients or via referrals. Select children's literature in special circumstances.
How to submitSubmit queries here: http:// queryManager.com or JenNewens
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Last checked 24 Sept 2026

Kirby Kim

Janklow & Nesbit Associates

Open
RepresentsLiterary fiction, commercial fiction, thriller, mysteries, speculative fiction, non-fiction
Looking forKirby represents both literary and commercial authors. He seeks manuscripts that straddle the fence with upmarket expression combined with a genre element or plot device. For literary work, he's drawn to rich, sweeping stories that encompass a time or place, or tightly written, narratively innovative stories with award potential. His commercial interests include thrillers, mysteries and speculative fiction. He also represents nonfiction from leaders and journalists in science, culture and current affairs, plus pop culture including music and comedy.
How to submitFor fiction submissions, send an informative description, a brief synopsis and the first ten pages. For non-fiction submissions, send an informative description, a full outline, and the first ten pages of the manuscript. Include the sample pages in the body of the email below your query. Direct your submission to an individual agent and send your material to submissions@janklow.com.
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Last checked 24 Sept 2026

Emelie Burl

Susan Schulman Literary Agency

Open
RepresentsPicture books, middle grade, young adult, fantasy, mystery, romantasy, horror, humor, narrative nonfiction, nature and ecology, pop culture, women's issues
Looking forEmelie Burl represents books for all ages and across many genres. She is drawn to cozy projects across fiction and nonfiction, found family, magic, nature, self-acceptance, folklore, diversity, queer joy, female rage, immersive storytelling, hopeful stories with edge, grounded fantasy, unusual or offbeat characters, journalistic deep dives with personal narrative, humor, and children's books that meet kids where they are.
How to submitSubmit to Emelie Burl through her official linked QueryManager form only. Direct email queries will be deleted unread. The form asks for author information, query letter, synopsis, AI-use disclosure, and the first three chapters or, for nonfiction, the full book proposal.
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Last checked 24 Sept 2026

Abigail Frank

Sanford J. Greenburger Associates

Open
RepresentsPicture books, chapter books, middle grade, young adult, adult fiction, nonfiction, romance, speculative fiction
Looking forAbigail Frank wants weird, expansive books for young readers, including original picture books, chapter books with big personalities, and novels about unforgettable teens falling in love. She is especially interested in author-illustrators, lyrical and inventive picture book texts, distinct visual art, stories by marginalized creators, and select adult projects including visual nonfiction, gift nonfiction, genre-defying nonfiction, lightly speculative fiction, commercial rom-coms, and work about labor and capital.
How to submitQuery Abigail Frank at afrank@sjga.com with the subject line QUERY - project title. Include a brief bio in the cover letter and attach the manuscript or proposal. Visual artists should include a portfolio link. Greenburger accepts email queries only and asks writers not to query more than one Greenburger agent simultaneously.
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Last checked 24 Sept 2026