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36 agents

Natalie Edwards

Trellis Literary Management

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RepresentsAdult literary fiction, upmarket fiction, speculative fiction, magical realism, historical fiction, romance, contemporary fiction, book club fiction, narrative nonfiction, history, science, memoir, technology, race, gender, class, disability, multicultural perspectives
Looking forNatalie Edwards represents adult literary fiction, upmarket fiction, and nonfiction. In fiction she is looking for literary fiction that breaks convention, upmarket fiction about subcultures and quirky communities, speculative fiction and magical realism where the strange or supernatural sharpens real-life stakes, grounded historical fiction, untraditional romance, contemporary work led by voice, complex characters, and deep interiority, and book club novels. In nonfiction she likes narrative nonfiction about niche corners of history and science, memoirs with a strong voice and a singular lens, and books that change how readers understand technology, social media, food, sports, medicine, race, gender, class, disability, or multicultural perspectives.
How to submitSubmit to Natalie Edwards through her official QueryManager link. Trellis accepts unsolicited submissions only through QueryManager. Do not submit to multiple Trellis agents during the 8-12 week review window. Natalie's form asks for a query letter, one-sentence pitch, comparable books, AI disclosure, and the first 20 pages or a full nonfiction proposal.
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Last checked 27 Sept 2026

David Patterson

Stuart Krichevsky Literary Agency

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RepresentsNarrative nonfiction, idea-driven nonfiction, literary fiction
Looking forNarrative and idea-driven nonfiction and literary fiction, with an emphasis on journalists, public figures, scholars, and performers
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Last checked 27 Sept 2026

Barbara Jones

Stuart Krichevsky Literary Agency

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RepresentsLiterary fiction, upmarket fiction, nonfiction
Looking forLiterary and upmarket fiction and nonfiction, with a special interest in voices from underrepresented communities
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Last checked 27 Sept 2026

Chelsea Hensley

Mad Woman Literary Agency

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RepresentsIllustration, picture books, middle grade, young adult, adult fiction, nonfiction, fantasy, thriller, romance, science fiction, horror
Looking forChelsea Hensley represents work across ages and genres, including illustration, picture books, middle grade, YA, adult fiction, nonfiction, fantasy, thrillers, romcoms, science fiction, horror, and BIPOC creators. Her official profile highlights lyrical prose, voice, intricate plots, complex emotional arcs, immersive worlds, bold formal or genre-blending work, smart mysteries and thrillers, arresting horror, fresh fantasy and sci-fi, and author-illustrator picture books.
How to submitChelsea Hensley is currently closed to queries. Her official Mad Woman profile links to QueryManager, and the linked form states that she is not accepting queries while focusing on existing clients and clearing her inbox.
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Last checked 27 Sept 2026

David Black

David Black Literary Agency

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RepresentsNarrative nonfiction, sports, business, history, politics, fitness, memoir, cookbooks
Looking forDavid Black specializes in a wide array of narrative nonfiction, including sports, business, history, politics, fitness, memoir, and personally compelling subject areas. His official profile says he is not currently accepting unsolicited queries.
How to submitDavid Black is not currently accepting unsolicited queries. The David Black Agency submissions page lists the agents currently accepting new queries, and David Black is not listed there as open.
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Last checked 27 Sept 2026

Marcia Wernick

Wernick & Pratt Agency

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RepresentsChildren's books, fiction, nonfiction
Looking forSee source page for more info
How to submitMarcia is not open to submissions at this time
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Last checked 27 Sept 2026

Cheyenne Faircloth

Handspun Literary Agency

Closed
RepresentsRomantasy, cozy fantasy, horror, science fiction, fantasy, southern gothic
Looking forCheyenne is interested in manuscripts from historically excluded communities, gritty or dark romantasies, cozy fantasy with high stakes, feminist-leaning horror, horror-romance crossover, grounded science fiction, epic fantasy, Southern Gothic, and speculative stories with folkloric and atmospheric elements.
How to submitCheck Handspun submission status and submit through the agency query system when open. Query each project once with the agency.
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Last checked 27 Sept 2026

Emily van Beek

Folio Jr.

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RepresentsAuthors, illustrators, children's books, picture books
Looking forChildren's book authors and illustrators through Folio Jr. The public page does not list agent-specific interests for this agent.
How to submitReview the Folio submission page and follow the instructions for the selected agent. Do not submit to more than one Folio agent at the same time.
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Last checked 27 Sept 2026

Erin Harris

Folio Jr.

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RepresentsAuthors, illustrators, children's books, picture books
Looking forChildren's book authors and illustrators through Folio Jr. The public page does not list agent-specific interests for this agent.
How to submitReview the Folio submission page and follow the instructions for the selected agent. Do not submit to more than one Folio agent at the same time.
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Last checked 27 Sept 2026

Marcy Posner

Folio Jr.

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RepresentsAuthors, illustrators, children's books, picture books
Looking forChildren's book authors and illustrators through Folio Jr. The public page does not list agent-specific interests for this agent.
How to submitReview the Folio submission page and follow the instructions for the selected agent. Do not submit to more than one Folio agent at the same time.
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Last checked 27 Sept 2026

Estelle Laure

Folio Jr.

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RepresentsAuthors, illustrators, children's books, picture books
Looking forChildren's book authors and illustrators through Folio Jr. The public page does not list agent-specific interests for this agent.
How to submitReview the Folio submission page and follow the instructions for the selected agent. Do not submit to more than one Folio agent at the same time.
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Last checked 27 Sept 2026

John Cusick

Folio Jr.

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RepresentsAuthors, illustrators, children's books, picture books
Looking forChildren's book authors and illustrators through Folio Jr. The public page does not list agent-specific interests for this agent.
How to submitReview the Folio submission page and follow the instructions for the selected agent. Do not submit to more than one Folio agent at the same time.
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Last checked 27 Sept 2026

Quressa Robinson

Folio Jr.

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RepresentsAuthors, illustrators, children's books, picture books
Looking forChildren's book authors and illustrators through Folio Jr. The public page does not list agent-specific interests for this agent.
How to submitReview the Folio submission page and follow the instructions for the selected agent. Do not submit to more than one Folio agent at the same time.
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Last checked 27 Sept 2026

Lauren Spieller

Folio Jr.

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RepresentsAuthors, illustrators, children's books, picture books
Looking forChildren's book authors and illustrators through Folio Jr. The public page does not list agent-specific interests for this agent.
How to submitReview the Folio submission page and follow the instructions for the selected agent. Do not submit to more than one Folio agent at the same time.
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Last checked 27 Sept 2026

Chelsea Eberly

Folio Jr.

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RepresentsAuthors, illustrators, children's books, picture books
Looking forChildren's book authors and illustrators through Folio Jr. The public page does not list agent-specific interests for this agent.
How to submitReview the Folio submission page and follow the instructions for the selected agent. Do not submit to more than one Folio agent at the same time.
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Last checked 27 Sept 2026

Adriana Stimola

Stimola Literary Studio

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RepresentsChildren's books, young adult, illustrated books, graphic novels
Looking forAdriana is president and a literary agent at Stimola Literary Studio. Her profile emphasizes helping stories into being and building creative relationships across words and images.
How to submitStimola Literary Studio's submissions page says Adriana Stimola is currently closed to submissions.
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Last checked 26 Sept 2026

Lauren Bieker

FinePrint Literary Management

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RepresentsCommercial fiction, upmarket women's fiction, romance, romantic comedy, paranormal romance, romantasy, young adult, middle grade, science fiction, fantasy, horror, thrillers, nonfiction, own voices, feminist literature
Looking forLauren Bieker is a literary agent and vice president at FinePrint. She is looking for commercial and upmarket women's fiction, romance including rom-coms, paranormal, and romantasy, YA and MG novels in most genres, and adult and YA science fiction, fantasy, horror, and thrillers. She primarily wants fiction but will consider nonfiction proposals, and she is looking for own voices stories, feminist and MeToo stories, and work by BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ authors.
How to submitFinePrint directs authors to check Lauren Bieker's status and submit through her official QueryManager page. The linked QueryManager page currently says Lauren Bieker is not accepting queries, so there is no open submission route at this time.
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Last checked 26 Sept 2026

Neal Swain

Wales Literary Agency

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RepresentsVisit agent's website for details
Looking forSpecial projects
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Last checked 26 Sept 2026

Mackenzie Brady Watson

Stuart Krichevsky Literary Agency

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RepresentsBig idea nonfiction, narrative journalism, history, science, cultural criticism, upmarket fiction, literary fiction, poetry
Looking forMackenzie Brady Watson is actively looking for compellingly written, deeply researched books that help readers better understand the societal forces and systems shaping their realities and how they might think or behave differently, including big idea books, narrative journalism, history, science, and cultural criticism. On the fiction side, she is seeking emotionally evocative and voice-driven upmarket and literary fiction and poetry with a surprising hook.
How to submitMackenzie Brady Watson is currently closed to queries according to the official SKLA submissions page.
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Last checked 26 Sept 2026

Ben Grange

L. Perkins Agency

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RepresentsMiddle grade, young adult, science fiction, fantasy, pop culture nonfiction
Looking forBen Grange gravitates toward middle grade fiction and exceptional author-illustrators who write middle grade or young adult. He sometimes wants YA science fiction or fantasy, especially weird or slightly dark stories, loves epic fantasy and science fiction, and is interested in pop culture nonfiction from authors with established platforms.
How to submitBen Grange is currently closed to all queries. L. Perkins Agency gives general email-query guidelines for open agents, but Ben's official profile states he is closed to all queries.
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Last checked 26 Sept 2026

Allison Hellegers

Stimola Literary Studio

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RepresentsFiction, nonfiction, young adult, middle grade, graphic novels, picture books, pop culture, music, comedy, science, journalism, history, health, wellness, LGBTQ+
Looking forAllison represents fiction and nonfiction for all ages, with interests including YA, middle grade, graphic novels, select picture books, pop culture, music, comedy, science, journalism, history, and health and wellness. Her submissions page says she is not currently looking for picture books or illustrators.
How to submitStimola Literary Studio says Allison Hellegers is closed to unsolicited submissions and is only open to queries from industry professionals, existing clients, and authors who attended a conference or seminar where she was on staff. Referral or conference authors may email the spelled-out SLS address with query materials.
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Last checked 26 Sept 2026

Cherise Fisher

Wendy Sherman Associates

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RepresentsFiction, memoir, non-fiction
Looking forNovelists who have several compulsively readable yarns in their head and are committed to perfecting their craft as storytellers. She will advocate for memoirs that uncover the diversity of human experience, and take on non-fiction writers who are experts on a variety of topics such as personal development, health and sexuality, racial identity, Christianity and spirituality, diet and fitness, African American history, and pop culture.
How to submitPlease send all email submissions to submissions@wsherman.com. We ask that you include your last name, title, and the name of the agent you are submitting to in the subject line.
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Last checked 26 Sept 2026

Emily Maceda

The Weis Agency

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RepresentsFiction, nonfiction
Looking forFiction that lingers – bold, emotionally resonant stories that ignite discussion and transport readers with characters, plots, and worlds that refuse to let go. In nonfiction, Emily is drawn to new voices and fresh angles that seek to break ground, push conversation forward, and inspire readers from understanding to action.
How to submitEmail: emaceda@theweisagency.com
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Last checked 26 Sept 2026

Bernadette Baker-Baughman

Victoria Sanders & Associates

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RepresentsThrillers, contemporary novels, magical realism, young adult, books for kids, pop-culture, gift books, memoir
Looking forStrong storytelling in all genres, smart writing, high concept books, work with great emotional resonance, humor, authors with distinctive voice
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Last checked 26 Sept 2026

Claire Oleson

Vicky Bijur Literary Agency

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RepresentsLiterary fiction
Looking forLiterary fiction with experimental and speculative bends. She is particularly excited by queer voices, Midwestern settings, and unique approaches to the form of the contemporary novel
How to submitSend a brief query letter, including information on your publication history, current project, and any other relevant experience you bring to your work. Send a sample of the first ten pages of the work pasted into the body of the email
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Last checked 26 Sept 2026

Todd Shuster

Aevitas Creative Management (ACM UK)

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RepresentsLiterary fiction, commercial fiction, mystery, thriller, current affairs, politics, civil rights, memoir, business, history, health and wellness
Looking forFiction and nonfiction across a wide range of genres. Nonfiction interests include current affairs, politics, civil rights, health and wellness, memoir, business, and history; fiction interests include literary and commercial novels, including mysteries and thrillers. Works with established authors, journalists, and public figures whose work demonstrates significant cultural impact or commercial potential.
How to submitOther submissions
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Last checked 26 Sept 2026

Shannon Lechon

Azantian Literary Agency

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RepresentsFantasy, science fiction, horror, mystery, thriller, graphic novels, non-fiction
Looking forShannon seeks dark gothic fantasy, horror across all speculative levels, science fantasy that blurs magic and science, mysteries with cinematic feel, and graphic novels with found families or unsettling elements. She values experimental styles, unreliable narrators, excellent prose, strange concepts, botanical uncanniness, and stories incorporating religious elements.
How to submitSubmit via QueryManager only. Select one agent to submit to initially. Include polished query letter, bio, and appropriate sample pages based on format.
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Last checked 26 Sept 2026

Shelly Romero

Azantian Literary Agency

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RepresentsHorror, gothic romance, grounded fantasy, thriller, mysteries, commercial fiction, science fiction, speculative fiction, historical fiction, erotic fiction
Looking forShe seeks horror across almost all subgenres and age categories, gothic romance, grounded fantasy, thrillers and mysteries with non-cop protagonists, commercial fiction, science fiction, speculative fiction, historical fiction featuring BIPOC and queer characters, and adult erotic fiction especially featuring BIPOC and LGBTQIA characters. She particularly welcomes stories by Honduran authors and Latine/x authors from Central America and the Caribbean.
How to submitAll ALA agents use Query Manager. Submit to one agent at a time, but if one agent passes, you can submit to up to three agents at ALA. Submit 10-20 polished pages for novels.
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Last checked 26 Sept 2026

Victoria Wells Arms

HG Literary

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RepresentsChildren's books, adult fiction, picture books
Looking forQuery Letter, First Five Pages
How to submitSend a query letter and the first five pages of your manuscript within the email with no attachments. If it is a picture book, include the entire manuscript.
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Last checked 26 Sept 2026

Thais Afonso

Azantian Literary Agency

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RepresentsFantasy, science fiction, horror, contemporary romance, mysteries, thriller
Looking forShe intends to represent marginalized authors and is especially seeking to uplift indigenous voices and voices from the Global South. She's particularly keen on growing her contemporary romance, thriller, and horror lists. She's looking for K-drama-style high-stakes romance, queer rivals-to-lovers sports romance, sapphic romantasy, BIPOC vampire horror with social commentary, and sex-positive, kink-positive contemporary romance.
How to submitAll ALA agents use Query Manager. Submit to one agent at a time with a polished query letter, bio, and 10-20 polished pages for novels.
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Last checked 25 Sept 2026

Aemilia Phillips

Stuart Krichevsky Literary Agency

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RepresentsNarrative nonfiction, memoir, commercial fiction, literary fiction, poetry, self-help
Looking forAemilia Phillips represents fiction and nonfiction, with interests in narrative nonfiction, hybrid memoir, commercial and literary fiction, select poetry, and self-help. She is excited by diverse writing with impactful stories, social justice issues, nonfiction that challenges how readers think, smart cultural critiques, complex characters, commercial projects with literary intelligence, and stories with a touch of magic.
How to submitAemilia Phillips is currently closed to queries according to the official Stuart Krichevsky Literary Agency submissions page.
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Last checked 25 Sept 2026

Micah Brocker

Corvisiero Literary Agency

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RepresentsFilm and TV scripts, young adult contemporary, young adult science fiction, young adult urban fantasy, adult fiction, women's fiction, upmarket fiction, romance, new adult, cookbooks, entertainment, food, health and fitness, lifestyle, pop culture, self-help, women's issues
Looking forMicah Brocker is interested in fostering authors' and screenwriters' careers from the start. In film, she is interested in YA contemporary stories dealing with messy relationships and issues that help young adults put words to their experiences, and YA science fiction and urban fantasy that provide escape while connecting to everyday growing-up troubles. In adult fiction, she likes women's fiction and upmarket fiction about burdensome secrets, messy relationships, and characters with a deep desire to change their lives or the world, especially with psychological, science-fiction, or romantic twists. Her official linked QueryManager form says that when it is accepting, it is limited to romance.
How to submitMicah Brocker is on leave and is presently not reviewing queries or taking additional clients for 2026 according to her official Corvisiero profile. The linked QueryManager form is visible and says it is only open to romance, but the profile-level leave notice is treated as controlling for this remediation. Do not query more than one Corvisiero agent at a time.
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Last checked 25 Sept 2026

Stephen Barbara

InkWell Management

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RepresentsAdult fiction, young reader fiction
Looking forHigh-quality fiction with a strong sense of plot in both adult and young reader spaces. A novel that hits big on an emotional level or, if nonfiction, changes the way he thinks about the world.
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

Masha Gunic

Azantian Literary Agency

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RepresentsMiddle grade, young adult
Looking forShe is excited to find middle grade novels across all genres, including adventure, horror, historical, imaginative, and funny books with relatable voice and strong friendship themes. For young adult, she seeks exciting high-concept commercial novels, contemporary fiction, thrillers and mysteries, historical fiction, fantasy, magical realism, and especially smart space opera or grounded science fiction.
How to submitAll ALA agents use Query Manager. Submit to one agent at a time with a polished query letter, bio, and 10-20 polished pages for novels.
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Last checked 25 Sept 2026

Kate McKean

Howard Morhaim Literary Agency

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RepresentsContemporary fiction, literary fiction, historical fiction, LGBTQ, fantasy, magical realism, science fiction, pop culture, memoir, humor, creativity, craft, graphic novels
Looking forShe is primarily interested in fiction for adults, young adults and middle grade readers in contemporary fiction, literary fiction, historical fiction set in the 20th Century, LGBTQ issues, fantasy, magical realism, and science fiction. In non-fiction, she represents books by authors with demonstrable platforms in pop-culture, memoir, humor, creativity, and craft. She is also interested in graphic novels and memoirs for all ages.
How to submitSubmit query via QueryManager only. No snail mail submissions will be considered.
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Last checked 25 Sept 2026