Monica Odom, Bradford Literary Agency

I’m currently building my client list with a focus on literary fiction, upmarket commercial fiction and historical fiction, as well as a focus on nonfiction in the areas of voice-driven memoir, pop culture, illustration, food and cooking, history, politics, and current affairs. I’m not looking for romance, military or religion right now. I’d love to … Continue reading →

Allison Janice, Berkley/Penguin Random House

I am looking for intelligent, well-written nonfiction—such as memoir and more journalistic nonfiction—as well as women’s fiction that suits Berkley’s more commercially oriented list without sacrificing on craft and on unique characters whose stories are organic and compelling. Stories with strong female voices are close to my heart, but I am also a fan of … Continue reading →

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Diana Finch, The Diana Finch Literary Agency

What I like to see are:  Books about the environment – but not just nature writing, also science, business, lifestyle issues, even YA fantasy!  Memoirs about difficult journeys, both literal and emotional.  Stories, both fiction and nonfiction, about sports, all sports.  A crime story by a man or a woman that Elmore Leonard or Joseph … Continue reading →

Roseanne Wells, The Jennifer De Chiara Literary Agency

Nonfiction: I am so excited to start cooking from BREAKFAST FOR DINNER: a great idea with a new angle and exciting recipes. And if you know a food or pop culture blog you love that should be a book, for all that is good and buttery, tell me! I fell head over heels for Reza … Continue reading →