SlushWire Weekly #6 – February 08, 2026
Sunday – February 08
MSWL
Reddit Posts
Submission Status
jenniea carter – New Leaf Literary & Media
Submissions OPEN via E-Mail and QueryManager Form
Genres: Black Literary Agents, New Literary Agents, Middle Grade Fiction, Young Adult Fiction, BIPOC Fiction, Chick Lit, LGBTQ Fiction, Multicultural Fiction, Women’s Fiction, Fiction Debut, Fiction Inspirational, Fiction New Adult, Fiction Paranormal, Fiction Sci-Fi/Fantasy, Fiction Thriller, Fiction Women’s/Romance, Fiction Literary, NF Illustrated/Art, NF Lifestyle, NF Memoir, NF Pop Culture, Children’s Graphic Novel, Children’s Middle Grade Fiction, Children’s Picture Book, Children’s Young Adult Fiction, Children’s General, Children’s Fantasy
ginger hutchinson – Movable Type Management
Submissions are CLOSED
Genres: Bookclub, Commercial, Crime, Domestic Thriller, Family Saga, Historical, Horror, LGBTQ, Literary, Mystery, Psychological Thriller, Speculative, Thriller, Upmarket, Women’s Fiction, Beauty Fashion Style, Cultural Social Issues, Dating Relationships Sex, Family, History, LGBTQ Nonfiction, Memoir, Pop Culture, Psychology, Science, Travel, True Crime
sera rivers – Speilburg Literary Agency
Submissions are CLOSED
Genres: Children’s: Graphic Novel, Children’s: Middle Grade Fiction, Children’s: Middle Grade Non-Fiction, Children’s: Picture Book, Children’s: Young Adult Fiction, Children’s: Young Adult Non-Fiction, Graphic Novel, Middle Grade Fiction, Young Adult Fiction, Childrens picture books, Childrens fiction, LGBTQ Fiction, author and illustrator submissions only, closed to submissions
lauren scovel – Laura Gross Literary Agency
Submissions are CLOSED
Genres: Memoir, Literary Fiction, LGBTQ Nonfiction, Pop Culture, Narrative Nonfiction, Multicultural Fiction, True Crime, LGBTQ Fiction, Upmarket Fiction, BIPOC Nonfiction, History, Young Adult Fiction, Journalism, BIPOC Fiction, General Fiction, Juvenile Fiction, Childrens Books, Juvenile Nonfiction, Contemporary Fiction, Middle Grade Fiction, Young Adult Nonfiction, LGBTQ+, Womens Issues, Politics, Society & Current Affairs, Commercial Fiction
louise buckley – Hannah Sheppard Literary Agency
Submissions are CLOSED
Genres: Adult Fiction, Literary Fiction, Upmarket Fiction, Commercial Fiction, Book Club Fiction, Crime Fiction (cosy, humorous), Thriller, Domestic Thriller, Family Saga, Fantasy (cosy, gothic, literary, magical realism, speculative, dark fantasy), Gothic Horror, Psychological Thriller/Suspense, Rom-com, Romance, Speculative Fiction/Thriller, Time Travel/Time Travel Romance, Underrepresented Voices, WWII Fiction, Campus Novel, Dark Academia, Ghost Story, Literary Suspense, Memoir (especially motherhood, unusual journeys)
courtney donovan – Writers House
Submissions are CLOSED
Genres: Fantasy, Science fiction, Juvenile fiction, Childrens books
Shelly Romero – Jennifer Azantian Literary Agency
Submissions are CLOSED
Genres: ‘commercial fiction’, ‘contemporary fiction’, ‘erotic’, ‘fantasy’, ‘horror’, ‘lgbtq+’, ‘middle grade’, ‘multicultural’, ‘new adult’, ‘romance’, ‘science fiction’, ‘speculative fiction’, ‘thriller’, ‘young adult’
mara hollander – Jennifer Azantian Literary Agency
Submissions are CLOSED
Genres: Adult Fiction, Young Adult Fiction, Fantasy, Political Fantasy, Romantasy, Light Science Fiction, Romance, Thrillers, Mystery, Women’s Fiction, Upmarket, Book Club, Commercial Fiction, Narrative Nonfiction, Mental Health, Substance Use Disorder, American Health Care, Academic Research, Business, Sports, Gender and Sexuality, Race and Ethnicity, Psychology, Science, True Crime
Ciara Smith – Spencerhill Associates
Submissions are CLOSED
Genres: ‘adult’, ‘fantasy’, ‘historical fiction’, ‘horror’, ‘lgbtq+’, ‘new adult’, ‘nonfiction’, ‘romance’, ‘science fiction’, ‘speculative fiction’, ‘thriller’, ‘young adult’
maggie cooper – Aevitas Creative Management
Submissions are CLOSED
Genres: literary fiction, speculative fiction, LGBTQ nonfiction, pop culture, narrative nonfiction, short story collection, LGBTQ fiction, cultural social issues, history, gift novelty, commercial fiction, womens issues, food and cookery, family sagas, womens fiction, historical fiction, genre romance, general fiction, cookbook cooking, illustrated, upmarket fiction, art, how-to, humor nonfiction, books about books, cultural criticism, essays, hybrid, illustrated/gift, LGBTQ romance, beach reads, book club fiction, campus novel, epistolary novels, queer, BIPOC voices, creative nonfiction, cross-genre, feminist, graphic/illustrated, LGBTQ voices, magical realism, romance
morgan wilson – Belcastro Agency
Submissions are CLOSED
Genres: Adult Fantasy, YA Fantasy, Adult Horror, YA Horror, Adult Romantasy, YA Romantasy, Adult Sci-Fi, YA Sci-Fi, Cli-Fi, Contemporary Fantasy, Cozy Fantasy, Graphic Novels, MG Fantasy, MG Horror, MG Sci-Fi, Paranormal, Paranormal Romance, Marginalized Voices, Sapphic Romantasy, Queernorm Fantasy, Accessible Fantasy, Sci Fantasy, Science Fantasy
hannah sheppard – Hannah Sheppard Literary Agency
Submissions are CLOSED
Genres: adult fiction, childrens fiction, young adult fiction, graphic novels, middle grade, fantasy, LGBTQ+, mystery, romance, action/adventure, comedy, commercial fiction, contemporary, crime/detective/police, cross-over fiction, general fiction, historical, horror, intersectional/inclusive fiction, new adult, reading group fiction, speculative fiction, thrillers/suspense, upmarket, womens fiction, psychological thrillers, rom-com, diversity, feminism, family sagas, literary fiction, non-fiction (selected)
lindsay guzzardo – Keystone Literary Agency
Submissions are CLOSED
Genres: Inspirational Fiction, Literary Fiction, Multicultural Fiction, Chick Lit, Action Adventure, Women’s Fiction, Commercial Fiction, Family Sagas, Suspense, Historical Fiction, Genre Romance, General Fiction, Mystery, Romance, Thriller, Upmarket Fiction, Suspense Fiction, Contemporary Fiction, Crime Fiction, Book Club Fiction, Beach Reads, Diverse Fiction, Family Saga
keir alekseii – Jennifer Azantian Literary Agency
Submissions are CLOSED
Genres: Fantasy, Genre romance, Horror, Science fiction, Adventure/Action, Family Sagas, Young adult fiction, Gay/Lesbian Fiction, Multicultural Fiction
alexandra weiss – Jennifer Azantian Literary Agency
Submissions are CLOSED
Genres: Nature, Middle Grade Fiction, Young Adult Fiction, Childrens Picture Books, Narrative Non-Fiction, Science, Technology, Juvenile Fiction, Environment, Travel, LGBTQ Nonfiction, Pop Culture, History, Gift Novelty, Graphic Novel, Cultural Social Issues, Women’s Issues, Juvenile Nonfiction
Saturday – February 07
Bluesky Posts
Reddit Posts
[QCrit] The Fine Art of Reprisal (upmarket crime thriller, adult, 82K, first attempt) Comments: 16, Upvotes: 8
Dear \[Agent Name\], I’m seeking representation for THE FINE ART OF REPRISAL, an 82,000-word darkly funny upmarket crime thriller, set in post-Katrina New Orleans. It will appeal to readers of Deanna Raybourn’s *Killers of a Certain Age* and Kirsten Miller’s *The Change.* Assistant District Attorn…
[Qcrit] IN THE BLOOD OF THE DAMNED, Adult Gothic Paranormal Romance, 90k words, 1st attempt Comments: 5, Upvotes: 16
Thanks for any feedback! Tessa Woodhall is condemned to hang. While society might see a coldhearted killer, Tessa doesn’t regret the choice that saved her sister’s life. On the morning of her execution, she’s presented an unexpected offer: a lifetime of servitude at the Crane estate, a family kn…
[QCrit] Blood, Ink, Heaven ; Adult Fantasy ; 100k ; First Attempt Comments: 15, Upvotes: 2
Hi, r/PubTips! Long time lurker, first time poster. While waiting on a full request on my first manuscript, I took the wise advice to start my second project to try to save my sanity. It is very much in the early stages, but wanted to test the waters with what I have so far to see if it’s working or…
[QCrit] Historical Fiction, Those Who Fought the Mountains, 81k, 3rd Attempt Comments: 10, Upvotes: 1
Hello again guys, Since my last post I’ve had some amazing feedback regarding my query and beta readers for the manuscript. Before digging into the querying trenches I figured I’d give one more post. Any and all feedback welcome. Please note: I’ve had a comment or two stating genre needs to be his…
Submission Status
james farrell – Curtis Brown, Ltd.
Submissions OPEN via QueryManager Form
Genres: literary fiction, general fiction, science fiction, non-fiction, narrative non-fiction
shari maurer – Stringer Literary Agency
Submissions OPEN via QueryManager Form
Genres: Juvenile fiction, Biography, Mind/body/spirit, Health, Travel, Lifestyle, Childrens books, Sports, Memoir, Parenting, Narrative Nonfiction, Multicultural Fiction, Chick Lit, Satire, Middle Grade Fiction, Young Adult Fiction, Psychology, Science, Memoir and autobiography, History, Mystery, Historical fiction, Literary Fiction, Humor Fiction, Commercial Fiction, Women’s Fiction, Middle Grade Nonfiction, YA version of Daisy Jones and the Six, To Kill a Mockingbird (current day setting), Caste, Are You There God, Its Me, Margaret, The Hate You Give, Juvenile Nonfiction, New Adult Fiction, Upmarket Fiction, Picture…
Gracie Freeman Lifschutz – Dystel Goderich & Bourret LLC
Submissions OPEN via QueryManager Form
Genres: ‘book club fiction’, ‘contemporary fiction’, ‘cultural/social issues’, ‘folk horror’, ‘gothic fiction’, ‘lgbtq+’, ‘multicultural’, ‘narrative nonfiction’, ‘new adult’, ‘pop culture’, ‘psychological thriller’, ‘romance’, ‘romantic comedy’, ‘suspense’, ‘thriller’, ‘upmarket fiction’, ‘young adult’
chelsea hensley – Mad Woman Literary Agency
Submissions OPEN via QueryManager Form
Genres: Mystery, Romance, Suspense/Thriller, Fantasy/Science Fiction, Juvenile fiction, Middle Grade, Young Adult, Horror, Nonfiction: Feminism, Women’s Issues, Journalism, Pop Culture, Sports, Tarot/Astrology
cate hart – Harvey Klinger, Inc.
Submissions are CLOSED
Genres: LGBTQ Nonfiction, Pop Culture, Middle Grade Fiction, Young Adult Fiction, Childrens Fiction, LGBTQ+, Travel, History, Mystery, Womens Fiction, Science Fiction, Paranormal Romance, Historical Fiction, Genre Romance, Fantasy, Crime, Thriller, Action, Narrative Nonfiction, Biography, Celebrity, Gardening, Action Adventure, Upmarket Fiction, Commercial Fiction, Literary Fiction, Graphic Novel, Multicultural Fiction, Chick Lit, Music, Feminism, Historical Fantasy, Magical Realism, Multiple POV, Juvenile Nonfiction, Cultural Social Issues
Friday – February 06
Bluesky Posts
Reddit Posts
[PubQ] What to do when your agency is reputable but your agents lack credits? Comments: 19, Upvotes: 14
Dear writing community, A few weeks ago, I created a thread where I asked you for advice because of my agency ghosting me for half a year. I got so many helpful and kind answers, so here I am again. Three weeks ago, they finally answered my request for a call. I learned that my old agent left the …
[PubQ] need help re how to respond to an agent’s question Comments: 3, Upvotes: 3
An agent quickly responded to my query (for a non-fiction book), asking for a full proposal. The agent also asked to let her know “where you are with other agents.” Looking for guidance on how to respond. Here are the facts: In October, I queried an agent who also got back to me quickly and asked fo…
[QCrit] The Age of Darkness – Post-Apocalyptic Fiction (108k, 2nd attempt) Comments: 18, Upvotes: 2
Hi all, taking a second stab at this. Here is the link to the [first attempt](https://www.reddit.com/r/PubTips/comments/1qqn5b1/qcrit_the_age_of_darkness_postapocalyptic_fiction/). I have tried to make v2 more about the character and the choices they face, instead of world-building. Additionally, I…
[QCrit] GHOST FOREST, adult speculative mystery, 80,000 words – First attempt Comments: 6, Upvotes: 6
Hi everyone – First time poster here. I recently finished a manuscript for a speculative mystery set in both the U.S. and Ireland in 2059. I was hoping for some feedback from you excellent, highly constructively critical types on this first attempt at a query letter for GHOST FOREST. I’ve included m…
[QCrit] YA Fantasy – THE ASHEN LEGACY. (87k Words, Attempt 4) Comments: 7, Upvotes: 3
Hi #4 I really hope I’m getting there. I think I’m beginning to understand better what is expected from the query and that I improved a bit with each one. looking forward for the criticism and advice. Dear \[name of agent\] I am seeking representation for “THE ASHEN LEGACY”, a character…
[QCrit] Query Letter – YA Fantasy 110k, Title TBD, First Attempt Comments: 5, Upvotes: 4
Hi! First time posting but hoping for some honest feedback about the first draft of this query letter. Thanks! Dear \[Agent\], \[Personalize\] We are seeking representation for our YA fantasy debut in a planned series, with standalone potential, \[TITLE\], complete at 110 000 words. Our novel…
Submission Status
noelle falcis math – Transatlantic Literary Agency
Submissions OPEN via E-Mail
Genres: Fiction: Debut, Fiction: Sci-Fi/Fantasy, Fiction: General/Other Fiction, Fiction: Literary, Nonfiction: Memoir, Nonfiction: Narrative, Nonfiction: Advice/Relationships
jennifer herrera – David Black Literary Agency
Submissions OPEN via QueryManager Form
Genres: Memoir, Technology, Politics, Economics, BIPOC Nonfiction, General Fiction, Suspense/Thriller, Juvenile Fiction, Biography, Computers/Technology, Business/Investing/Finance, History, Health, Lifestyle, Childrens Books, African-American, Science, Current Events Affairs, Narrative Nonfiction, Health Wellness, Business Book, Money Finance, Upmarket Nonfiction, Photography, Psychology, Self-Help, Journalism, Mind Body Spirit, How-To, Dating Relationships Sex, Philosophy, Medical Medicine, Multicultural Nonfiction, Art, Politics, Society & Current Affairs, Other Non-fiction
carolyn forde – Transatlantic Literary Agency
Submissions are CLOSED
Genres: Narrative Non-Fiction, Commercial, Horror, Literary Fiction
a.j. van belle – The Booker Albert Literary Agency
Submissions are CLOSED
Genres: action/adventure,family saga,fantasy, fantasy, contemporary/urban,horror,humor/satire,lgbtq,literary fiction,middle grade,multicultural,offbeat/quirky,science fiction,thrillers/suspense,upmarket,western,women’s fiction,young adult
sarah n. fisk – The Tobias Literary Agency
Submissions are CLOSED
Genres: Fantasy, LGBTQ, Middle Grade, Romance, Science Fiction, Young Adult, Nonfiction: Cultural criticism, Fitness, Health, History, Journalism, LGBTQ, Memoir, Pop Culture, Psychology, Relationships, Science, True Crime, Wellness
annie romano – Olswanger Literary
Submissions are CLOSED
Genres: closed to submissions, BIPOC Fiction, Commercial Fiction, Contemporary Fiction, Crime Fiction, Family Saga, Fantasy, General Fiction, Historical Fiction, Horror, Humor Fiction, LGBTQ Fiction, Literary Fiction, Magical Realism, Multicultural Fiction, Mystery, Romance, Satire, Suspense Fiction, Thriller, Upmarket Fiction, Women’s Fiction, General Nonfiction, BIPOC Nonfiction, History, Multicultural Nonfiction, Narrative Nonfiction, True Crime, Diversity, Multiple POV, Psychological Thrillers, Relationships, RomCom, Speculative, Contemporary
carter hasegawa – Tugeau 2, Inc.
Submissions are CLOSED
Genres: children’s,middle grade, middle grade, contemporary, middle grade, fantasy, middle grade, historical, middle grade, literary, middle grade, mystery, middle grade, science fiction,young adult, young adult, contemporary, young adult, fantasy, young adult, historical, young adult, literary, young adult, mystery, young adult, paranormal, young adult, science fiction
Agent Activity
lauren spieller – Folio Literary Management
Sales: FIVE BROKEN BLADES by Meredith Ireland as Mai Corland, 3-book deal, May 2024, Red Tower, Recorded Books rights, TRIAL OF THE SUN QUEEN by Nisha J. Tuli, 7-figure 4-book deal, Grand Central (NA), Orbit UK, multiple international deals including Germany, France, Israel, Italy, Spain, Brazil, Netherlands, Japan, Poland, Romania, Bulgaria, “ALLS FAIR IN LOVE AND FIELD HOCKEY by Kit Rosewater, pre-empt, Delacorte, summer 2025”, THE GIRL IN THE WALL by Meg Eden Kuyatt, Scholastic, 2025, NO ONE CAN KNOW by…
Genres: Literary Fiction, Science Fiction, Women’s Fiction, Cookbook, Crafts, LGBTQ Nonfiction, Graphic Novel, Pop Culture, Horror, LGBTQ Fiction, Humor Fiction, Young Adult Fiction, General Fiction, Romance, Suspense/Thriller, Juvenile Fiction, Mind/Body/Spirit, Lifestyle, Childrens Books, Middle Grade Fiction, Thriller, Action Adventure, Fantasy, Upmarket Fiction, Suspense Fiction, Picture Book
bethany weaver – Weaver Literary Agency
Sales: H.D. Carlton PHANTOM (Zando), Alla Zaykova BLACKJACK INTERSTELLAR (Orbit), “H.D. Carlton HAUNTING ADELINE, HUNTING ADELINE, WHERES MOLLY, DOES IT HURT, SATANS AFFAIR, SHALLOW RIVER (Zando)”, Harley Laroux HER SOUL TO TAKE, HER SOUL FOR REVENGE, SOUL OF A WITCH, HOUSE OF RAYNE (Kensington), H.D. Carlton untitled novella (Montlake), Sophia Slade NIGHTSTRIDER (Orbit), Marisa Calcara A FAVOR OWED (Entangled Amara), “Tate James 7TH CIRCLE, ANARCHY, CLUB 22, TIMBER, HATE, LIAR, FAKE, KATE, DEAR READER, IF YOURE READING THIS, IM DEAD (Sourcebooks…
Genres: romance, fantasy/science fiction, juvenile fiction, childrens books, middle grade fiction, young adult fiction, action adventure, chick lit, commercial fiction, contemporary fiction, crime fiction, erotic fiction, general fiction, graphic novel, horror, magical realism, mystery, new adult fiction, religious fiction, suspense fiction, humor nonfiction, journalism, LGBTQ nonfiction, pop culture, spirituality, true crime, women’s issues
Thursday – February 05
Bluesky Posts
Reddit Posts
[QCrit] DREAMCOAT, Literary Fiction, 85k, debut, first attempt Comments: 19, Upvotes: 15
Hi! First time posting here, and recently completed my first novel (still revising, of course) which has all been very exciting, but as I’m still pretty new to this whole thing, I thought it’d be smart to get some feedback. This is more about the query content itself (rather than email polish/etiq…
[QCrit] Historical Fiction – “The Empire Between Us” (105k, 1st attempt) Comments: 9, Upvotes: 5
Dear Agent, I’m seeking representation for THE EMPIRE BETWEEN US, a standalone novel with series potential, complete at 105,000 words. This speculative historical fiction combines Andy Weir’s inventive problem-solving with Kate Quinn’s gripping ancient world, and the epic spectacle of *Gladiator*. …
[QCrit] Black Fire, Adult High Fantasy, 105k, 6th attempt Comments: 7, Upvotes: 6
Hey all! I didn’t change all that much, just enough to clean up the clunkiness of the sentences and take out one part that seemed a little pointless. Please see my previous attempts [here](https://www.reddit.com/r/PubTips/comments/1qqf7uu/qcrit_black_fire_adult_high_fantasy_105k_5th/) [here](https:/…
[QCrit] ANGELS OF TIME, Adult, Literary Fantasy, 97k, 2nd version Comments: 8, Upvotes: 2
Hi all, I posted last week a more recent version of my query and given the feedback, I am looking to revert back to my safer — less fluffy — version, but with some key changes. I’ve removed all the fluff, and aimed to be more concise in the telling of the story, as well as hopefully given more …
Submission Status
elena langtry – Coombs Moylett MacLean Literary Agency
Submissions OPEN via E-Mail
Genres: commercial fiction, contemporary fiction, intersectional/inclusive fiction, thrillers/suspense, womens fiction, science/technology, true crime, crime, action, self-help, biography, current affairs/politics, food/lifestyle, general non-fiction, history, how-to, nature/ecology, true adventure/crime, chick-lit, historical fiction, literary fiction, mystery, young adult
lisa moylett – Coombs Moylett MacLean Literary Agency
Submissions OPEN via E-Mail
Genres: Action/Adventure, Commercial, Contemporary, Crime/Detective/Police, General fiction, Historical, Horror, Intersectional/Inclusive fiction, LGBTQ+, Literary fiction, Mystery, Reading group fiction, Romance, Sagas, Thrillers/Suspense, Women’s fiction, Autobiography/Biography, Cultural/Social Issues, Current Affairs/Politics, General non-fiction, History, How to, Personal development, Popular culture, Psychology, Science/Technology, Self-Help, True crime, Wellbeing, Women’s issues, Paranormal romance, Erotica, Memoir
jamie maclean – Coombs Moylett MacLean Literary Agency
Submissions OPEN via E-Mail
Genres: crime, detective, police, erotica, historical, intersectional fiction, inclusive fiction, mystery, thrillers, suspense, how-to, lifestyle, relationship, dating, health & lifestyle, fiction chick-lit, fiction commercial, fiction contemporary, fiction crime police, fiction historical, fiction literary fiction, fiction mystery, fiction thrillers suspense, fiction womens fiction, fiction young adult, non-fiction biography, non-fiction current affairs politics, non-fiction food lifestyle, non-fiction general non-fiction, non-fiction history, non-fiction how-to, non-fiction nature ecology, non-fiction self-help, non-fiction true adventure crime
sarah phair – Sanford J. Greenburger Associates
Submissions OPEN via QueryManager Form
Genres: Nature, Technology, Politics, Environment, Literary Fiction, Current Events, General Fiction, Pop Culture, LGBTQ+, Womens Issues, Self-Help, Health & Lifestyle, Narrative Non-Fiction, Popular Culture, Travel, Science, Society & Current Affairs, Memoir & Autobiography, Food & Cookery, Short Stories, Family Sagas, Suspense, Commercial Fiction, Womens Fiction, Historical Fiction, Genre Romance, Crime, Thriller, Action, Chick Lit, Cookbook, Gardening, Psychology, New Adult Fiction, Upmarket Fiction, Dating, Relationships, Sex, Food & Drink, Suspense Fiction, General Nonfiction
ashlee maccallum – Howland Literary
Submissions OPEN via QueryManager Form
Genres: children’s,middle grade, middle grade, contemporary, middle grade, fantasy, middle grade, horror, middle grade, mystery,picture book, picture book, author, picture book, author/illustrator,young adult, young adult, contemporary, young adult, fantasy, young adult, historical, young adult, horror, young adult, mystery, young adult, paranormal, young adult, paranormal romance, young adult, romance, young adult, thriller/suspense
jesseca salky – Salky Literary Management
Submissions OPEN via QueryManager Form
Genres: literary fiction, family saga, magical realism, contemporary fiction, young adult romance, memoir, LGBTQ fiction, LGBTQ nonfiction, pop culture, narrative nonfiction, wellness, social activism, living a purposeful life, satire, humor fiction, women’s fiction, biography, history, business, celebrity, science, lifestyle, psychology, women’s issues, medical medicine, historical fiction, debut fiction, science fiction, current events, multicultural fiction, true crime, short story collection, commercial fiction, cultural social issues, journalism, fantasy, health & lifestyle, mind body spirit, dating relationships sex, food drink, politics, parenting, upmarket fiction,…
zoe apostolides – Coombs Moylett MacLean Literary Agency
Submissions OPEN via E-Mail
Genres: chick lit,commercial,contemporary,crime/police,historical,literary fiction,mystery,thrillers/suspense,women’s fiction,young adult
kristyn keene benton – Empire Literary, LLC
Submissions are CLOSED
Now at: Empire Literary, LLC
Genres: Young Adult Fiction, Commercial Fiction, General Fiction, Literary Fiction, Romance, Suspense Fiction, Thriller, Upmarket Fiction, Women’s Fiction, General Nonfiction, Health Wellness, Humor Nonfiction, Memoir, Narrative Nonfiction, Pop Culture
Wednesday – February 04
Bluesky Posts
Reddit Posts
First-time fiction author: Do I need professional editing before querying agents? Comments: 20, Upvotes: 9
Hello everyone, I’m a first-time author with a completed fiction manuscript. I’m looking to start sending it out to agents and publishers, but I honestly have no idea where to begin. I’ve been searching for editors on Fiverr to finesse and properly format my manuscript for submission. My question …
[PubQ] offer or rep or revise/resubmit call? Comments: 6, Upvotes: 11
Hi all! So I reached out to my outstanding queries after being offered rep a little over one week ago. Well my dream agent ended up requesting the full and I just got an email that she’d like to have a call tomorrow! I’m just wondering if it’s possible that this could be a revise and resubmit or is …
I finished my book, hired editors, and now I’m stuck. What’s next? Comments: 5, Upvotes: 3
I wrote the full book. Hired freelance editors. Did the edits. The manuscript is done. Now I honestly don’t know what comes next. Do I look for an agent? Do I contact publishers directly? Is self-publishing the move now? Basically: what do writers usually do *after* the book is finished…
[QCrit] IMAGINARY LOVE – Adult Romantic Comedy, 80K, First Attempt, + 300 words Comments: 10, Upvotes: 13
Hi everyone! I’m wanting to start sending this out on a first round of queries and was hoping for some feedback first. I’d appreciate any critiques anyone has to offer. Thanks! \—————————————————– Dear \[Agent Name\], Dr. Harlow Bell knows exactly where the line…
[QCrit] An Elegy for Embers, Adult Dark Fantasy, 102K words, Second attempt Comments: 9, Upvotes: 7
Hi, everyone! I recently waded into the querying trenches with my first novel and am seeking feedback on my (revised) letter. [I posted the original version here.](https://www.reddit.com/r/PubTips/comments/1qeh5cv/qcrit_an_elegy_for_embers_adult_dark_fantasy_102k/) For context: I sent that version o…
[QCrit] GRASS FED BEEF, Upmarket Adult Fiction, 82K words (First Attempt) Comments: 8, Upvotes: 7
Dear Agent, Carl has a knack for farming and a principled belief in its regenerative power; Tyler is willing to try anything Carl tells him might be fun. Full of passion but short on capital, Carl and Tyler raise cows in the Hudson Valley under the infuriating supervision of Gerald “Rug” Ruggiero, …
[QCrit] Horror/Thriller – WOMEN LIKE ME (86K/Attempt 3) Comments: 8, Upvotes: 7
Dear Agent, In 15-year-old Julia Brooks’s house, Mother wears a shackle. Father says it’s to keep Julia and her sister, Elise, safe—just like their windowless brick house in the Mojave Desert, or the heavy iron door no one ever knocks on. Julia trusts him. Father is a distinguished astronomer who …
Submission Status
quressa robinson – Folio Literary Management
Submissions OPEN via QueryManager Form
Genres: Middle Grade, Young Adult, Adult Fiction, Fantasy, Science Fiction, Romance, Romantic Fantasy, Contemporary Fiction, Horror, Psychological Thriller, Speculative Fiction, Gothic, BIPOC Literature, LGBTQ+, Commercial Fiction, Family Saga, Multicultural Fiction, Disability, Neurodiversity, Dark Academia, Dark Fantasy, Found Family, Friendship, High Concept Fiction, Upmarket Fiction, Narrative Nonfiction, Memoir, Pop Culture, Social-Economic Critique, Juvenile Fiction, Multicultural Nonfiction
Tuesday – February 03
Bluesky Posts
Reddit Posts
[PubQ] Has anyone ever gotten a request for a video call after a rejection? Comments: 17, Upvotes: 39
An agent just graciously rejected my full. They loved the voice but said there were some structural issues that kept them from reading until the very end. In hindsight, I do feel like I know where my manuscript drags. They offered to meet for a video call to share feedback. This is really generous,…
How do I know if my book is YA or adult? Comments: 30, Upvotes: 0
I’ve been trying to read up on the differences between the two genres and it feels like my book is stuck in the middle. The main character is 16-ish, which I believe would make YA most appropriate, but I’ve also read that YA books tend to have more narrow politics and worldbuilding than adult fictio…
[PubQ] Big5 editor responses within 2 hours of the agent’s submissions—standard or unusual? Comments: 13, Upvotes: 16
Within 2 hours of the subs going out, my agent received a few quick responses from Big 5 editors(US). They were ‘looping in’ emails, ‘ curious questions about more details’ emails, ‘who else is it with’ emails and ‘would love to take a look’- acknowledgement type emails. Is this standard or positiv…
[PubQ] Should I ask for a R + R on rejection? Comments: 6, Upvotes: 9
I just got a rejection on a full. The agent said the idea was “fabulous” but it lacked one thing (that I’m not going to mention here for privacy). The “one thing” is a fairly easy fix and I 100% agree with it. What is the protocol (or is there protocol) on asking if I can revise and resubmit.
[QCrit] KILLER POTENTIAL, Adult Horror Romance, 80k words, 1st attempt Comments: 7, Upvotes: 19
Thanks for any feedback! Andie finally has it all: perfect job, perfect house, perfect wedding to plan. Except her boyfriend Matt hasn’t exactly proposed, and when he makes it clear he has no intention to, Andie dumps him and his mug collection in search of a man who can commit. When her newest tin…
[QCrit] Of Bone and Rot, Adult Gothic Fantasy, 90k Words (First Attempt) Comments: 5, Upvotes: 15
Hi all! Got the format wrong before, trying again without those pesky indents. Title is a working title. Thanks ahead of time for any and all feedback! Complete at 90,000 words, *Of Bone and Rot* is a Gothic Fantasy novel that will appeal to readers who appreciate the class consciousn…
[QCRIT] SLEEP PARALYSIS Thriller 83k First Attempt Comments: 9, Upvotes: 6
Hi! I just started my querying journey in October. I have queried about 17 agents and haven’t gotten any positive feedback. No partial requests, no full requests, not even a personalized rejection. I decided to post my query letter to see if this is a problem with my query or with my premise. Thank …
[QCrit] DEAD THINGS IN MY HEART, adult gothic horror, 96k (3rd attempt) Comments: 9, Upvotes: 3
Hello again! I have gotten such great feedback before, and I realized the structure wasn’t working so I rewrote most of the plot section for this try. I am excited to hear whether this new direction works! For comparison [here](https://www.reddit.com/r/PubTips/comments/1qnlw08/qcrit_adult_gothic_dea…
Submission Status
shannon snow – Rosecliff Literary
Submissions OPEN via QueryManager Form
Genres: Commercial fiction, Romance (all subgenres: contemporary, erotica, paranormal, historical, reverse harem, sports heroes, slow burn, enemies to lovers, forced proximity), Thriller/Psychological thriller/Suspense, Horror (eerie, creepy), Speculative fiction (romance elements, mythological/fairytale reimaginings), Fantasy (low to medium, fantasy romance, romantic fantasy), Science fiction (space operas, space academies), Young Adult (contemporary, dark boarding school, horror, thriller, speculative, mythological, dystopian, apocalyptic, fantasy romance, reverse harem), Women’s fiction (family, sisters, some romance), Diversity and marginalized voices, LGBTQ+ fiction, BIPOC fiction, New Adult, Mystery, Humor, Romcom,…
maggie sadler – Howland Literary
Submissions OPEN via QueryManager Form
Genres: literary fiction, speculative fiction, general fiction, fantasy, womens fiction, adventure/action, family sagas, travel, young adult fiction, multicultural fiction, accessible literary fiction, Asian American literature, BIPOC, Caribbean literature, character-driven history, cross-genre, East Asian literature, experimental, fabulism, feminist horror, folklore, found families, gothic, high concept, historical fiction, immigrant experiences, immigrant voices, LGBTQ+, literary crossover, magical realism, marginalized voices, multigenerational, multiple POV, multiple timelines, narrative nonfiction, nature writing, neurodiversity, new adult, new weird, own voices, retellings, underrepresented voices, upmarket fiction, West African literature,…
laura rennert – Andrea Brown Literary Agency
Submissions OPEN via QueryManager Form
Genres: Childrens: picture books, middle grade, young adult, graphic novels, Literary fiction, Commercial fiction, Fantasy: epic, historical, grounded in reality, dark, mythic, Speculative fiction, Science fiction, Thriller, psychological suspense, horror, Mystery, dark academia, gothic suspense, Romantic fantasy (romantasy), high-concept rom-coms, Multicultural and diverse fiction, LGBTQ fiction, Women’s fiction, Magical realism, Modern retellings of fairy tales and classics, Political thriller, Robots/A.I., Authors and illustrators only
sara megibow – Megibow Literary Agency
Submissions OPEN via E-Mail
Now at: Megibow Literary Agency
Genres: Science Fiction, Multicultural Fiction, Chick Lit, LGBTQ Fiction, Middle Grade Fiction, Young Adult Fiction, Thriller, Erotic Fiction, Action Adventure, Fantasy, New Adult Fiction, Paranormal, Commercial, Genre Romance, General Fiction, Suspense Fiction, Magical Realism, Romance, Adult Romance, Science Fiction/Fantasy/Horror adult market, Picture Books (fiction and nonfiction), All sub-genres of MG and YA
abby saul – The Lark Group
Submissions OPEN via E-Mail
Genres: General fiction, Mystery, Suspense/thriller, Commercial fiction, Literary fiction, Chick lit, Crime fiction, Family saga, Historical fiction, Romance, Women’s fiction, Memoir, Amateur sleuth mysteries, Cozy mystery, Diversity, Domestic suspense, Feminism, Multiple POV, Psychological thrillers, Upmarket womens fiction
emily van beek – Folio Literary Management
Submissions OPEN via E-Mail
Now at: Folio Literary Management
Genres: juvenile fiction, childrens books, middle grade, middle grade adventure, middle grade contemporary, middle grade fantasy, middle grade humor, young adult, YA fantasy, contemporary YA, diversity, author-illustrators, picture books, childrens nonfiction, middle grade nonfiction, young adult nonfiction, graphic novels
kathleen foxx – The Rights Factory
Submissions are CLOSED
Genres: 1800s+ historical, Adult Horror, Adult Rom Com, Book Club, Character-Driven Horror, Commercial Womens Fiction, Commercial YA, Commercial adult fiction, Domestic Suspense/Thriller, Female Friendships, Gothic Horror, Hauntings, Historical Fantasy, Fantasy Grounded In Reality, Historical Fiction, LGBTQ+, Literary Horror, Literary Thriller, Magical Realism, Magical Realism YA, Mysteries, Paranormal, Psychological Horror, Psychological Suspense, Psychological Thrillers, Romantic Thriller, Southern Gothic, Speculative Thriller, Supernatural Horror, Tarot, Time Travel, True Crime, Upmarket Fiction, Upmarket Womens Fiction, ghost story, historical mystery, witches
aaron priest – The Aaron M. Priest Literary Agency
Submissions are CLOSED
Genres: Commercial Fiction, General Fiction, Suspense Fiction, Thriller, General Nonfiction, Biography, History
abby walters – David Black Literary Agency
Submissions are CLOSED
Now at: David Black Literary Agency
Genres: literary fiction,upmarket,young adult
carrie pestritto – Laura Dail Literary Agency, Inc.
Submissions are CLOSED
Genres: Memoir, Nature, Middle Grade Fiction, Young Adult Fiction, Childrens Fiction, Psychology, Narrative Non-Fiction, Popular Culture, Science, Biography & Memoir, History, Mystery, Commercial Fiction, Womens Fiction, Historical Fiction, Genre Romance, Crime, Thriller, LGBTQ Nonfiction, Pop Culture, Horror, 1800s+ Historical, AAPI Fantasy, Adult Rom Com, Adult Romantasy, Asian Fantasy, BIPOC Fantasy, BIPOC Mystery, Book Club, Chick Lit, Commercial MG, Commercial Womens Fiction, Commercial YA, Commercial Adult Fiction, Contemporary Romance, Contemporary YA, Cozy Fantasy, Cozy Mystery, Crime & Thriller, Detective, Diverse Protagonists, Domestic…
emily keyes – Keyes Agency
Submissions are CLOSED
Genres: picture book, juvenile nonfiction, middle grade fiction, young adult fiction, fantasy, graphic novel, historical fiction, horror, magical realism, multicultural fiction, science fiction, upmarket fiction, women’s fiction, humor nonfiction, LGBTQ nonfiction, pop culture, women’s issues
brent taylor – Triada US Literary Agency
Submissions are CLOSED
Genres: Middle Grade, Young Adult, Graphic Novels (MG & YA), Adult Fiction: Romance, Fantasy, Thriller, Mystery, Horror, Beach Reads, LGBTQ Literary Fiction, Picture Books (author-illustrators only), Memoir, STEM Nonfiction, Pop Culture, Biography, Cookbooks, History, Psychology, Science, True Crime, Commercial and Literary Fiction, Upmarket Fiction, Speculative Fiction, BIPOC Literature, Diverse Voices, Own Voices, LGBTQ+, Military Romance, Sports Romance, Paranormal Romance, Cozy Fantasy, Romantasy, High-Concept YA/MG, Middle Grade Horror, Mystery, Fantasy, YA Boarding School Settings, Big Idea/Think, AAPI Fantasy, Horror, Sci-Fi, African Diaspora…
john cusick – Folio Literary Management
Submissions are CLOSED
Genres: middle grade, young adult, juvenile fiction, childrens books, picture books (limited clients), sci-fi, fantasy, thriller, horror, romance, suspense, general fiction, new adult fiction, YA/adult crossover, graphic novels (interested)
hannah todd – Janklow and Nesbit Ltd
Submissions are CLOSED
Genres: Action/Adventure, Commercial, Crime/Detective/Police, General fiction, Intersectional/inclusive fiction, LGBTQ+, Mystery, Reading group fiction, Romance, Sagas, Thrillers/Suspense, Womens fiction, Science fiction, Historical fiction, Genre romance, Fantasy
Agent Activity
john cusick – Folio Literary Management
Sales: “Julie Murphys Let Them Stare to Harper Childrens May 2025”, “Brittney Morriss Who Wants to Marry a Vampire? summer 2026 Bittersweet Books”, “Adriana Anderss Dom-Com fall 2025 Forever”, “Rebecca Morrisons The Blue Dress winter 2026 Farrar Straus Childrens”, “Abdi Nazemians Desert Echoes fall 2024 Balzer & Bray”, “Julie Murphys Catty Corner series five-book deal starting Feb 2025 Union Square Kids”, “Paul Coccias Recommended Reading Feb 2025 Zando Childrens”, “Jamie DAmatos The Good Vampires Guide to Blood and Boyfriends two-book deal…
Genres: middle grade, young adult, juvenile fiction, childrens books, picture books (limited clients), sci-fi, fantasy, thriller, horror, romance, suspense, general fiction, new adult fiction, YA/adult crossover, graphic novels (interested)
sara megibow – Megibow Literary Agency
Sales: 2025 debut authors including Christy Climenhage, “International rights: Margaret Rogersons An Enchantment of Ravens to Kossuth (Hungary)”, “Audio rights: Jason Starrs The Next Time I Die, Twisted City, Cold Caller three-book deal to Tantor Media for 2025”, “NYT bestseller Sorcery of Thorns by Margaret Rogerson”, “NYT bestseller Red, White & Royal Blue by Casey McQuiston”, “NYT bestseller Black Sun by Rebecca Roanhorse”, “NYT bestseller The Ones Who Got Away by Roni Loren”, “Dungeons & Dragons: The Fallbacks: Bound For Ruin…
Genres: Science Fiction, Multicultural Fiction, Chick Lit, LGBTQ Fiction, Middle Grade Fiction, Young Adult Fiction, Thriller, Erotic Fiction, Action Adventure, Fantasy, New Adult Fiction, Paranormal, Commercial, Genre Romance, General Fiction, Suspense Fiction, Magical Realism, Romance, Adult Romance, Science Fiction/Fantasy/Horror adult market, Picture Books (fiction and nonfiction), All sub-genres of MG and YA
emily van beek – Folio Literary Management
Sales: Kallie George – Heartwood Hotel series books 5 & 6 (Little Brown), “Elly MacKay – illustrator for Nora Nickums TWELVE DARING GRAYS (Candlewick)”, Rachael Lippincott & Alyson Derrick – MAKE MY WISH COME TRUE, SHE GETS THE GIRL (S&S), Lucy Ruth Cummins – CREEPY SHEEPY (Flamingo Books/PRH), “Yong Ling Kang – illustrator for Lana Buttons TIME TO LEAVE (Owl Kids)”, “Julia Kuo – illustrator for Livia Blackburnes BINGS CHERRIES (Knopf)”, Maria Scrivan – NAT A CHANCE (Graphix/Scholastic), “Jax Chow -…
Genres: juvenile fiction, childrens books, middle grade, middle grade adventure, middle grade contemporary, middle grade fantasy, middle grade humor, young adult, YA fantasy, contemporary YA, diversity, author-illustrators, picture books, childrens nonfiction, middle grade nonfiction, young adult nonfiction, graphic novels
Monday – February 02
Bluesky Posts
Reddit Posts
[PubQ] How much revision should be done to a manuscript to make it worth resubmitting to an agent who has the full/partial? Comments: 4, Upvotes: 11
I recently got incredible feedback on a full rejection that pointed out a severe lack of urgency/tension in chapters 3-6. I have no idea how I and my beta readers missed it because once that agent pointed it out, it felt glaring! I’ve spent the past week fixing those chapters, and they are much stro…
[PubQ] Agent requested partial but on QT it says a full was requested? Comments: 6, Upvotes: 1
Hey guys, A week ago I submitted to an agent through Query Manager and today got an email reply asking for the first 3 chapters. When I checked query tracker the symbol was an open mouthed smiley which is supposed to mean I got a full request? I’m still sending the first 3 chapters like what the a…
[QCrit] Speculative/Magical Realism MG – JAMIE, HADES, AND THE SKELETON NAMED PHIL (46K/Attempt #2) +300 words Comments: 8, Upvotes: 6
Hello again! First off, I want to thank everyone for critiquing my first attempt. Since then, I’ve revised the query per the incredible advice I got and then sent the MS out into the trenches. 20 queries later, no bites. I know it’s early, but before I send out another batch, I wanted to do a quick …
[QCrit] CLEAN SEPARATION, Adult, Literary Fiction, 115k, 1st Attempt Comments: 10, Upvotes: 3
Thanks in advance for feedback. Specifically curious about folks’ thoughts on the word count, and overall if this is attention-grabbing enough for agents who are skimming fast. And any other general thoughts! Dear AGENT, I am an MFA graduate from *MFA Institution,* and I am seeking representatio…
[QCrit] YA fairytale reimagining, THE BLOOD OF ZELLANDINE (99k/first attempt) Comments: 4, Upvotes: 9
Thank you for taking the time to read and critique the first draft of my query! I’d love any feedback you have, but here are a few things I’m thinking about: 1) I get the sense it needs to be condensed, so I’m especially curious if you see anything that can be cut. 2) I know with YA you’re suppose…
[QCrit] Adult Speculative Science Fiction, ASTERI (91,000, Attempt #2) Comments: 4, Upvotes: 2
Hi everyone, I’m back with a revised query after feedback on my previous attempt (thanks, Mods, I needed that). This is for my debut adult speculative science fiction novel. My main questions are: * Is it clear who the primary protagonist is? * Are the stakes and central dilemma coming through cle…
Submission Status
bridget smith – JABberwocky Literary Agency
Submissions OPEN via QueryManager Form
Genres: Middle Grade, Young Adult, Chick Lit, Contemporary Fiction, Family Saga, Fantasy, Graphic Novel, Historical Fiction, LGBTQ Fiction, Literary Fiction, Magical Realism, Multicultural Fiction, Romance, Science Fiction, Upmarket Fiction, Women’s Fiction, Debut Fiction, Sci-Fi/Fantasy, General/Other Fiction, Children’s Graphic Novel, Children’s Middle Grade, Children’s Young Adult, Children’s Fantasy
alexandra levick – Writers House
Submissions OPEN via E-Mail and QueryManager Form
Genres: Childrens picture books, Middle Grade, Young Adult, Adult Literary Fiction, Speculative Fiction, Science Fiction, Horror, LGBTQ Fiction, Feminism, Gothic Horror, Historical Fantasy, Literary Noir, Narrative Nonfiction, Social Issues, Upmarket YA, Multicultural Fiction, Women’s Fiction, Graphic Novels, Family Saga, Magical Realism, Contemporary Fiction, Romance, BIPOC Fiction, Adventure/Action, Thriller (non-police procedural), Authors and illustrators only for picture books
laurie dennison – Creative Media Agency
Submissions OPEN via QueryManager Form
Genres: Young Adult Fiction, Romance, Suspense Fiction, Thriller, Upmarket Fiction, Women’s Fiction, Cultural Social Issues, Lifestyle, Memoir, Narrative Nonfiction, Pop Culture, Psychology, Science, Women’s Issues, Fiction: Debut, Fiction: Women’s/Romance, Fiction: General/Other Fiction, Nonfiction: Lifestyle, Nonfiction: Memoir, Nonfiction: Narrative, Nonfiction: Pop Culture, Children’s: Young Adult Fiction
nalini akolekar – Spencerhill Associates
Submissions OPEN via QueryManager Form
Genres: commercial fiction, womens fiction, historical fiction, romance, thriller, horror, suspense fiction, crime, action, literary fiction, general nonfiction, debut fiction, inspirational fiction, mystery/crime fiction, paranormal fiction, middle grade fiction, young adult fiction
lisa rambert-valaskova – Transatlantic Literary Agency
Submissions OPEN via QueryManager Form
Genres: CLOSED to Submissions, New Literary Agents, Juvenile Nonfiction, Middle Grade Fiction, Middle Grade Nonfiction, BIPOC Fiction, Commercial Fiction, Literary Fiction, Romance, Upmarket Fiction, Women’s Fiction, Cookbook Cooking, Lifestyle, Memoir, Narrative Nonfiction, Travel
courtney miller-callihan – Handspun Literary Agency
Submissions OPEN via QueryManager Form
Genres: Action/Adventure, BIPOC Literature, Bookclub, Caribbean Literature, Commercial, Contemporary, East Asian Literature, Erotica, Family Saga, Fantasy, General, Historical, Horror, Humor, LGBTQ, Magical Realism, Mystery, Romance, Romcom, Science Fiction, South Asian Literature, South East Asian Literature, Speculative, West African Literature, Women’s Fiction, Young Adult, Humor Nonfiction, LGBTQ Nonfiction, Pop Culture, Psychology, Science, #ownvoices, #wndb, AAPI Fantasy, AAPI Horror, AAPI Sci-Fi, Adult Horror, Adult Rom Com, Adult Romantasy, Adult SFF, Adventure, African Diaspora, African Fantasy, African Sci-Fi, Africanfuturism, Amateur Sleuth Mysteries, Asian American…
kristy hunter – The Knight Agency, Inc.
Submissions OPEN via QueryManager Form
Genres: Middle Grade Fiction, Young Adult Fiction, Historical Fiction, Genre Romance, Crime, Thriller, Action, Literary Fiction, Science Fiction, Mystery, Romance, Suspense/Thriller, Fantasy, Graphic Novel, Multicultural Fiction, Horror, Chick Lit, LGBTQ Fiction, Satire, Women’s Fiction, Humor Fiction, Commercial Fiction, New Adult Fiction, Upmarket Fiction, Suspense Fiction, Family Saga, Magical Realism, Contemporary Fiction
saribel pages – Gallt & Zacker Literary Agency
Submissions OPEN via QueryManager Form
Genres: Picture Book, Middle Grade Fiction, Young Adult Fiction, Action Adventure, BIPOC Fiction, Fantasy, General Fiction, Graphic Novel, Horror, LGBTQ Fiction, Science Fiction, General Nonfiction, History, LGBTQ Nonfiction, Memoir, Pop Culture, Science, Africanfuturism, Asian Diaspora, BIPOC Fantasy, BIPOC Horror, BIPOC Mystery, BIPOC Sci-Fi, Childrens and Young Adult Fiction and Nonfiction, Cyberpunk, Graphic Novels (all ages), Romantic Comedy, Solarpunk, Speculative Fiction, Action-packed graphic novels, Afrofuturism, Board books, Childrens diversity, Childrens graphic novels, Queer horror
bethany fulk hendrix – Spencerhill Associates
Submissions OPEN via QueryManager Form
Genres: New Adult Fiction, Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction, Women’s/Romance Fiction, Middle Grade Fiction, Young Adult Fiction, Childrens Fantasy
syrone harvey – Belcastro Agency
Submissions OPEN via QueryManager Form
Genres: childrens fiction, picture book, juvenile nonfiction, middle grade fiction, young adult fiction, Christian fiction, Christian nonfiction, BIPOC fiction, chick lit, commercial fiction, contemporary fiction, family saga, general fiction, historical fiction, humor fiction, inspirational fiction, literary fiction, multicultural fiction, new adult fiction, religious fiction, romance, satire, upmarket fiction, women’s fiction, animals, biography, celebrity, cookbook, cooking, crafts, dating relationships sex, design, family, film entertainment, food drink, gift novelty, health wellness, how-to, humor nonfiction, lifestyle, memoir, multicultural nonfiction, narrative nonfiction, parenting, pop culture,…
patricia nelson – Looking Glass Literary & Media
Submissions OPEN via QueryManager Form
Genres: Middle Grade Fiction, Young Adult Fiction, BIPOC Fiction, Chick Lit, Commercial Fiction, Contemporary Fiction, Historical Fiction, Horror, LGBTQ Fiction, Literary Fiction, Magical Realism, Multicultural Fiction, Romance, Suspense Fiction, Upmarket Fiction, Women’s Fiction, Children’s Fantasy
monica rodriguez – Context Literary Agency
Submissions OPEN via E-Mail and Online Form
Genres: Action/Adventure, Childrens, Commercial, Family Saga, Fantasy, General Fiction, Graphic Novel, Historical Fiction, Horror, Humor, Inspirational Fiction, LGBTQ Fiction, Literary Fiction, Middle Grade, Mystery, New Adult, Paranormal, Romance, Science Fiction, Upmarket Fiction, Women’s Fiction, General Nonfiction, BIPOC Nonfiction, Cookbook, Dating/Relationships/Sex, Humor Nonfiction, Journalism, LGBTQ Nonfiction, Lifestyle, Memoir, Multicultural Nonfiction, Pop Culture, Psychology, Science, Travel, Contemporary Romance, Feminism, Film/TV, Folklore, Gothic Horror, Magical Realism, Multicultural, Paranormal, Romantic Comedy, Self-help, Social Issues, Study Abroad Stories, Time Travel, Contemporary
sallyanne sweeney – International Creative Agency
Submissions OPEN via QueryManager Form
Genres: childrens fiction, childrens picture books, young adult fiction, literary fiction, commercial fiction, contemporary, fantasy, historical fiction, crime, thrillers/suspense, romance, science fiction, speculative fiction, new adult, cross-over fiction, drama, erotica, horror, intersectional/inclusive fiction, LGBTQ+, reading group fiction, religious/inspirational, sagas, western, womens fiction, cultural/social issues, food/lifestyle (including cookbooks), memoir, literary non-fiction, travel, science, history, non-fiction art/photography, non-fiction current affairs/politics, non-fiction psychology, non-fiction science/technology, non-fiction self-help, family saga, gothic, fairy tales
hannah andrade – Bradford Literary Agency
Submissions OPEN via QueryManager Form
Genres: BIPOC Literature, Caribbean Literature, East Asian Literature, Fantasy, General Fiction, Graphic Novel, LGBTQ, Magical Realism, Middle Grade, Mystery, New Adult, Psychological Thriller, Romance, Science Fiction, South Asian Literature, South East Asian Literature, Speculative, Thriller, West African Literature, Women’s Fiction, Young Adult, Journalism, True Crime, #ownvoices, AAPI Fantasy, Action-Adventure, Adult, Adult Romantasy, Adult SFF, African Fantasy, African Sci-Fi, Asian Diaspora, Asian Fantasy, Asian Sci-Fi, Author-Illustrator, BIPOC Fantasy, BIPOC Mystery, BIPOC Sci-Fi, Contemporary Fantasy, Dark Female Friendships, Dark Humor, Disability, Diverse Protagonists,…
saritza hernandez – Andrea Brown Literary Agency
Submissions OPEN via QueryManager Form
Genres: Mystery, Romance, Fantasy, Science Fiction, Juvenile Fiction, Childrens Books, Middle Grade Fiction, Young Adult Fiction, Adult Fiction, Adult Narrative Nonfiction, Cooking (not cookbooks), Parenting, Humor, Queer Narratives, Queer History, Graphic Novels, LGBTQ+, BIPOC Fiction, Multicultural Nonfiction, Lifestyle, Science, Upmarket Fiction, Food & Drink, Family Saga, Historical Fiction, New Adult Fiction, Commercial Fiction
amy giuffrida – Belcastro Agency
Submissions OPEN via QueryManager Form
Genres: general fiction, romance (limited to baseball, skiing, farmer/cowboy/lumberjack, dog rescue romances), suspense/thriller, pop culture, narrative nonfiction, self-help (women and teens), young adult, adult, upmarket & commercial fiction, horror (adult, feminist, gothic, dark fantasy), science fiction (SFF, dystopian, grounded sci-fi, feminist SF/F), fantasy (including romantasy), BIPOC fiction, diverse and own voices, women’s fiction, family sagas, lifestyle, crafts/DIY, psychology, true crime, cultural social issues, commercial fiction, thriller, juvenile nonfiction, multicultural nonfiction
sally kim – Andrea Brown Literary Agency
Submissions OPEN via QueryManager Form
Genres: picture book, chapter book, juvenile nonfiction, middle grade fiction, middle grade nonfiction, graphic novel, multicultural fiction, multicultural nonfiction, children’s graphic novel, children’s middle grade fiction, children’s middle grade nonfiction, children’s picture book, children’s general, children’s fantasy
christa heschke – McIntosh & Otis, Inc.
Submissions OPEN via QueryManager Form
Genres: Juvenile Nonfiction, Fantasy, Horror, Fantasy/Science Fiction, Juvenile Fiction, Childrens Books, Young Adult, Middle Grade, Picture Books, Young Adult Fiction, Contemporary Fiction, Romance, Humor Fiction, Middle Grade Nonfiction, Middle Grade Fiction, Young Adult Nonfiction, Childrens & YA Non-fiction
jessica alvarez – BookEnds, LLC
Submissions OPEN via QueryManager Form
Genres: womens fiction, romance (all heat levels, including inspirational, category, erotica), historical romance, romantic suspense, single-title romance, commercial fiction, general fiction, upmarket fiction, mystery, cozy mysteries, suspense/thriller, memoir, true crime, nonfiction: biography, cookbooks, crafts/DIY, history, humor, illustrated, journalism, LGBTQ+, pop culture, psychology, science, travel, LGBTQ fiction and nonfiction, womens issues, psychology, science, food and cookery, humor nonfiction, literary fiction, Christian fiction, self-help, narrative nonfiction
ivan mulcahy – International Creative Agency
Submissions OPEN via QueryManager Form
Genres: Crime, Detective, Police, Screenplays, TV scripts, Film scripts, Autobiography, Biography, Cultural Issues, Social Issues, Current Affairs, Politics, Finance, Economics, Food, Lifestyle, Cookbooks, History, Memoir, Narrative, Young Adult Fiction, Childrens Fiction, Childrens & YA Non-fiction, Travel, Science, Society, Religion, Mind Body Spirit, Womens Fiction, Science Fiction, Paranormal Romance, Horror, Historical Fiction, Genre Romance, Fantasy, Erotica, Thriller, Action, General Fiction, Literary Fiction
jennie dunham – Dunham Literary, Inc.
Submissions are CLOSED
Genres: picture book, juvenile nonfiction, middle grade fiction, middle grade nonfiction, young adult fiction, young adult nonfiction, crime fiction, general fiction, graphic novel, literary fiction, mystery, upmarket fiction, general nonfiction, biography, current events affairs, history, memoir, mind body spirit, narrative nonfiction, parenting, politics, religion, spirituality, upmarket nonfiction, fiction debut, fiction mystery/crime, fiction general/other, nf biography, nf history/politics/current affairs, nf memoir, nf narrative, nf parenting, nf religion/spirituality, nf general/other nonfiction, children’s graphic novel, children’s middle grade fiction, children’s middle grade nonfiction, children’s…
lee melillo – Dunham Literary, Inc.
Submissions are CLOSED
Genres: commercial,contemporary,historical,literary fiction,new adult,romance, romance, comedy,young adult
kayla lightner – Ayesha Pande Literary
Submissions are CLOSED
Genres: memoir, autobiography, literary fiction, upmarket fiction, commercial fiction, graphic novels, nonfiction, narrative nonfiction, creative nonfiction, pop culture, psychology, sports, true crime, family saga, historical fiction, science fiction, fantasy, magical realism, satire, humor fiction, short stories, multicultural fiction, BIPOC voices, LGBTQ voices, journalism, investigative, middle grade fiction, cultural social issues, black literary agents, humor nonfiction, contemporary fiction, multicultural nonfiction, technology, crime, thriller, action, historical nonfiction, business books, money finance, art, true crime, short story collection
caroline eisenmann – Frances Goldin Literary Agency
Submissions are CLOSED
Genres: memoir, nature, debut fiction, literary fiction, general fiction, commercial fiction, upmarket fiction, narrative nonfiction, history, politics, current affairs, pop culture, science, economics, technology, business, money finance, social issues, cultural criticism, essay collections, literary memoir, general nonfiction, travel, psychology, lifestyle
edwina de charnacé – International Creative Agency
Submissions are CLOSED
haley warrington – The Booker Albert Literary Agency
Submissions are CLOSED
Genres: contemporary,crime/police,family saga,fantasy, fantasy, contemporary/urban, fantasy, magical realism,horror,humor/satire,lgbtq,new adult,romance, romance, category, romance, contemporary, romance, historical, romance, paranormal, romance, thriller/suspense,thrillers/suspense,women’s fiction
katie reed – Katie Reed Literary
Submissions are CLOSED
Genres: book club,fantasy, fantasy, contemporary/urban, fantasy, high/epic, fantasy, magical realism, fantasy, paranormal,historical,romance, romance, contemporary, romance, fantasy, romance, historical, romance, paranormal, romance, thriller/suspense,speculative,thrillers/suspense,women’s fiction,young adult, young adult, fantasy
paige wheeler – Creative Media Agency
Submissions are CLOSED
Genres: Fiction: Action/Adventure, Bookclub, Commercial, Contemporary, Crime, Domestic Thriller, East Asian Literature, General, Historical, Humor, Middle Grade, Mystery, New Adult, Psychological Thriller, Romance, Romcom, South Asian Literature, Thriller, Women’s Fiction, Young Adult, Nonfiction: Business, Humor, Parenting, Pop Culture, Psychology, Relationships, Self-help, Memoir, Inspirational Fiction, Economics, Narrative Nonfiction, Christian Nonfiction, Money Finance, Lifestyle, #ownvoices, Adult Rom Com, Asian American Literature, Book Club, Careers, Category Romance, Chick Lit, Commercial MG, Commercial YA, Contemporary Inspirational Romance, Contemporary Romance, Contemporary YA, Cozy Mystery, Crime &…
jenna satterthwaite – Storm Literary Agency
Submissions are CLOSED
Genres: adult fiction, YA fiction, middle grade fiction, commercial fiction, graphic novels, picture books (select), psychological suspense, domestic suspense, genre blends (horror-romance, thriller-romance, horror-fantasy), murder mystery (cozy, traditional, contemporary, historical), fantasy (cozy, epic, portal, romantasy), rom-coms and romance (POC, body-positive, LGBTQ+, adventure, sports romance), women’s fiction (beach reads, sister relationships, family dynamics), sci-fi with emotional depth, speculative fiction with twists, upmarket and book club fiction, adult nonfiction (ex-evangelical, feminist, LGBTQ+ Christian voices, spiritual deconstruction, self-help, alternative death approaches), YA fantasy, sci-fi,…
james farner – JABberwocky Literary Agency
Submissions are CLOSED
Genres: mystery,thrillers/suspense
kimberly fernando – Olswanger Literary
Submissions are CLOSED
Genres: closed to submissions, new literary agents, AALA member, dystopian fiction, espionage military fiction, fantasy, general fiction, historical fiction, horror, literary fiction, mystery, romance, science fiction, suspense fiction, thriller, western fiction, general nonfiction, cookbook cooking, environment, gardening, health wellness, how-to, medical medicine, narrative nonfiction, nature, science, technology, true adventure, fiction debut, fiction horror, fiction mystery/crime, fiction new adult, fiction paranormal, fiction sci-fi/fantasy, fiction thriller, fiction women’s/romance, fiction general/other fiction, nonfiction cooking, nonfiction health, nonfiction how-to, nonfiction science
emelie burl – Susan Schulman Literary Agency
Submissions are CLOSED
Genres: memoir, women’s fiction, art, science fiction, travel, LGBTQ nonfiction, graphic novel, pop culture, narrative nonfiction, chick lit, LGBTQ fiction, young adult fiction, childrens fiction, fantasy, humor fiction, middle grade nonfiction, cultural social issues, journalism, science, juvenile nonfiction, BIPOC fiction, humor nonfiction, magical realism, picture book, romance, #ownvoices, #wndb, AAPI fantasy, adult rom com, adult romantasy, adult SFF, African fantasy, Africanfuturism, Asian fantasy, BIPOC fantasy, childrens nonfiction, childrens and YA fiction and nonfiction, cli-fi, climate fiction, commercial MG, commercial YA, contemporary…
lisa gallagher – DeFiore and Company
Submissions are CLOSED
Genres: Memoir, Politics, Sports, Inspirational Fiction, Literary Fiction, Current Events, General Fiction, Pop Culture, Narrative Nonfiction, Horror, True Crime, Health Wellness, Thriller, General Nonfiction, History, Fiction: Debut, Fiction: Horror, Fiction: Inspirational, Fiction: Mystery/Crime, Fiction: Thriller, Fiction: Literary, NF: Business/Investing/Finance, NF: Diet, NF: Health, NF: History/Politics/Current Affairs, NF: How-To, NF: Humor, NF: Lifestyle, NF: Memoir, NF: Narrative, NF: Pop Culture, NF: Science, NF: Sports, NF: True Crime, Young Adult Fiction, Business Book, Mystery, Money Finance, Science, Lifestyle, Diet Nutrition, How-To, Juvenile Nonfiction,…
dani sanchez – SBR Media
Submissions are CLOSED
Genres: Chick Lit, Contemporary Fiction, Erotic Fiction, Family Saga, Fantasy, General Fiction, Humor Fiction, Literary Fiction, New Adult Fiction, Paranormal Fiction, Romance, Satire, Thriller, Business Book, Lifestyle
ella marie shupe – Belcastro Agency
Submissions are CLOSED
Genres: Literary Fiction, Science Fiction, Young Adult Fiction, Suspense, Mystery, Fantasy, Crime, Thriller, Action, General Fiction, Multicultural Fiction, Commercial Fiction, LGBTQ Fiction, Women’s Fiction, Upmarket Fiction, Family Saga, Magical Realism, Contemporary Fiction, Historical Fiction, Crime Fiction
Alex Gehringer – The Bright Agency
Submissions are CLOSED
Genres: children’s books, ‘juvenile fiction’, ‘picture books’
francesca riccardi – Kate Nash Literary Agency
Submissions are CLOSED
Genres: adventure/action, commercial fiction, historical fiction, crime, thriller, mystery, suspense
charlotte seymour – Johnson & Alcock Ltd
Submissions are CLOSED
Genres: Crime / Detective / Police, Literary fiction, Thrillers / Suspense, Art / Crafts / Photography, Cultural / Social Issues, Food / Lifestyle (inc. cookbooks), History, Nature / Ecology, Science / Technology, Popular Culture, Politics, society & current affairs, Other non-fiction, Memoir and autobiography, Commercial, Crime, Thriller, Action
helen zimmermann – The Helen Zimmermann Literary Agency
Submissions are CLOSED
Genres: general fiction, general nonfiction, dating relationships sex, fitness, health wellness, history, lifestyle, memoir, music, pop culture, sports, women’s issues
katie gisondi – Laura Dail Literary Agency, Inc.
Submissions are CLOSED
Genres: BIPOC Literature, Childrens, Commercial, East Asian Literature, Fantasy, Graphic Novel, Humor, LGBTQ, Middle Grade, New Adult, Romance, Romcom, South Asian Literature, South East Asian Literature, West African Literature, Young Adult, Cultural criticism, Health, Pop Culture, Relationships and family, Science, Self-help, Wellness, Nature, LGBTQ Nonfiction, Pop Culture, Science Fiction, Cultural Social Issues, Horror, Family, Narrative Nonfiction, Romance, Fantasy/science fiction, LGBTQ Fiction, Humor Fiction, New Literary Agents, History, Mystery, Money Finance, Science, Lifestyle, Psychology, Women’s Issues, Medical Medicine, Technology, Sports, Environment, Graphic…
matthew valdez – Megibow Literary Agency
Submissions are CLOSED
Genres: Adult, BIPOC, Book Club, Commercial and Literary, Fantasy, Graphic Novels, Historical Fiction, LGBTQ+, Own Voices, Paranormal, Thrillers, Upmarket Commercial Fiction, Young Adult, dark academia, science fiction
amanda orozco – Transatlantic Literary Agency
Submissions are CLOSED
Genres: General fiction, Suspense/thriller, Fantasy/science fiction, Juvenile fiction, Biography, History, Lifestyle, Science, Contemporary, Speculative, Horror, Narrative nonfiction, Essay collections, Memoirs, Picture books, Middle grade, YA, Technology, Politics, Literary fiction, Pop culture, Cultural social issues, Gift novelty, Poetry, Magical realism, Romance, Paranormal fiction, Upmarket fiction, Art, Humor nonfiction, Family saga, New literary agents, Accepting submissions
des salazar – Metamorphosis Literary Agency
Submissions are CLOSED
Genres: Young Adult Fiction, Fantasy, Horror, LGBTQ Fiction, Literary Fiction, Mystery, New Adult Fiction, Romance, Science Fiction, Thriller
Agent Activity
danielle egan-miller – Browne & Miller Literary Associates
Sales: “THE WIDOWS BACHELOR BARGAIN by Marta Perry (Harlequin W24)”, A MAN DOWNSTAIRS by Nicole Lundrigan (Viking/PRHC W24), RELATIVE STRANGERS by A.H. KIM (Graydon House SP24), THE SISTERS OF CORINTH by Angela Hunt (Bethany House SP24), SECRETS OF ROSE BRIAR HALL by Kelsey James (Kensington SU24), SPIRIT CROSSING by William Kent Krueger (Atria Books SU24), LOW COUNTRY LOST by T.I. Lowe (Tyndale House F24), THE FABLED EARTH by Kimberly Brock (Harper Muse F24), MISERY HATES COMPANY by Elizabeth Hobbs (Crooked Lane…
Genres: Commercial fiction, Crime, Family saga, General fiction, Historical fiction, LGBTQ fiction, Literary fiction, Mystery, New Adult, Religious fiction, Romance, Thriller, Women’s fiction, Inspirational fiction, Mind/body/spirit, Biography, History, Health, Lifestyle, Cookbooks, Sports fiction, Science, Christian fiction, Suspense/thriller, Paranormal fiction, Upmarket fiction, Pop culture, Narrative nonfiction, Humor fiction, Animals, How-to, Family sagas, Adventure/action, Erotica, General nonfiction, Food and cookery, Politics, Travel, Technology, Psychology, Arts, Philosophy, Self-help, Business and finance, True crime, Dating, relationships, sex, Spirituality, Christian nonfiction, Historical romance, Sports, Women’s issues,…
melanie figueroa – Root Literary
Sales: Jennifer Mandula – THE GEOMAGICIAN (Del Rey), “Christopher Roubique – MYTHSPEAKER (Viking Childrens)”, R.J. Valldeperas – THEIR WILL UNDONE (Quill Tree), Natalie Sue – I HOPE THIS FINDS YOU WELL (William Morrow), Nataly Gruender – MEDUSA (Grand Central Publishing), “Amelia Diane Coombs – DROP DEAD SISTERS (Mindys Book Studio)”, Kim Neville – THE MEMORY COLLECTORS (Atria), Kelly Hill – A HOME FOR FRIENDLESS WOMEN (Vintage), Sarah Prineas – TROUBLE IN THE STARS (Philomel), Maeeda Khan – NURA AND THE IMMORTAL…
Genres: middle grade fiction, young adult fiction, adult fiction, commercial fiction, literary fiction, general fiction, upmarket fiction, book club fiction, high-concept genre fiction, action/adventure, commercial, crime, domestic thriller, family saga, fantasy, gothic, historical fiction, horror, humor, LGBTQ fiction, mystery, new adult, psychological thriller, science fiction, speculative fiction, thriller, women’s fiction, narrative nonfiction, graphic novel, juvenile fiction, childrens books, suspense, romance, historical fiction, magical realism, popular culture, dating/relationships/sex, family sagas, commercial fiction, BIPOC voices, LGBTQ voices, upmarket fiction, new adult fiction, crime…
mel parker – Mel Parker Books, LLC
Genres: commercial fiction, crime fiction, general fiction, literary fiction, mystery, suspense, thriller, upmarket fiction, general nonfiction, biography, business, education, government, health wellness, history, inspirational nonfiction, journalism, lifestyle, memoir, mind body spirit, money finance, narrative nonfiction, politics, pop culture, reference, science, technology, travel
marisa cleveland – The Seymour Agency
Sales: NYT young adult anthology June 2015
Genres: general fiction, fantasy, science fiction, juvenile fiction, childrens books, genre romance, mystery, business and finance, young adult fiction
jennifer newens – Martin Literary Management
Genres: Juvenile fiction, Cookbooks, Childrens books, Food/Beverage
lindsay auld – Writers House LLC
Genres: Childrens, Fantasy, Graphic Novel, Middle Grade, Mystery, New Adult, Upmarket Speculative, Women’s Fiction, Young Adult, Action-Adventure, BIPOC, Commercial Fiction, Literary Fiction, Environment, Folklore, Gothic Fantasy, Historical Fantasy, Historical Fiction, Illustrators, Author/Illustrators, Immigrant Voices, Multigenerational, Speculative, Romantasy, Witches, Juvenile Nonfiction, Middle Grade Nonfiction, Young Adult Nonfiction, Humor Fiction, Multicultural Fiction, Romance, Satire, Science Fiction, Suspense Fiction, Thriller, Upmarket Fiction
Sunday – February 01
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[QCrit] The Pirate, the Wizard, and the Trumpet Player | Adult | Fantasy | 102k | First Attempt
Comments: 19 | Upvotes: 5
Hello, I would greatly appreciate some feedback on this query letter. A couple questions below, though I am looking for any and all criticism. \-Thoughts on starting with the big reveal (in my actual query, I reveal what is going on in the novel, even though it isn’t realized until the end)? \-I f…
[QCrit] I Watched You Burn, Psychological Thriller, 75k, 2nd Attempt
Comments: 7 | Upvotes: 5
Thank you to everyone who provided feedback on [attempt one](https://www.reddit.com/r/PubTips/comments/1qhlwl8/qcrit_i_watched_you_burn_psychological_thriller/). I made some adjustments to the query and rearranged some things in the manuscript so that the first 300 are closer to the action. Dea…
[QCrit] Adult queer horror| THE DIVINE AND RIGHTEOUS PUNISHMENT OF GIDEON| 79,000 words (first attempt)
Comments: 9 | Upvotes: 1
Hey gang! I’ve had some great feedback on another query project, (turns out I can’t write genre romance to save my life and it’s probably womens fiction) so, while I revamp my approach to that one I thought I’d ask about another project I might be querying eventually. (I’ve got about 6 or 7 novels …
[QCrit] Adult Sci-Fi | A SHOT OF TRUTH | 93k | 1st Attempt
Comments: 4 | Upvotes: 4
Hi everyone! Looking for some honest feedback on my first attempt at this query letter 🙂 — Dear Agent, I’m seeking representation for A SHOT OF TRUTH – an adult, multi-POV science fiction debut, complete at 93,000 words. It combines the portrayal of Tourette’s in Jonathan Lethem’s *Motherless Br…
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