Ms. Rachelle Gardner
Gardner Literary Agency
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Rachelle Gardner
Gardner Literary Agency
- Website:
- rachellegardner.com/
- Twitter (X):
- @RachelleGardner
- AALA Member:
- No
Query Methods
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Genres
This agent is seeking the following genres:
Fiction
Chick Lit
Commercial
Contemporary
Family Saga
Historical
Mystery
Offbeat/Quirky
Religious/Inspirational
Romance
• Romance, Category
• Romance, Comedy
• Romance, Contemporary
• Romance, Historical
• Romance, Thriller/Suspense
Thrillers/Suspense
Upmarket
Women's Fiction
Young Adult
• Young Adult, Christian
• Young Adult, Contemporary
• Young Adult, Fantasy
• Young Adult, Historical
• Young Adult, Romance
Non-Fiction
Cultural/Social Issues
Humor/Gift Book
LGBTQ+
Memoir
Multicultural
Parenting
Pets
Psychology
Relationship/Dating
Religion/Spirituality
Self-Help
True Adventure/Crime
Women's Issues
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Known Clients (current & past)
Sarah Bessey
Rachel Held Evans
Kathi Lipp
Shawn Smucker
Cindy Wang Brandt
Author Comments
Comments by authors about this agent.
ELarkinWilkin
08/19/2023 02:00 PM
Queried: 8/10/23
Very kind, encouraging rejection: 8/19/23
LETTER:
Thanks so much for your query. I'm a big fan of your writing. You have a lot to offer and it's clear you're a fantastic writer.
It pains me to say I won't be able to offer representation. I have to make such careful decisions, and it's not about how good the project is, but more that I have so many authors submitting projects, and must limit the number of clients I take on.
You may want to contact other agents using the Guide to Literary Agents, or the Writers Market, Manuscript Wishlist or Query Tracker. I wish I had better news for you, and I wish I were able to work with authors based strictly on their merit as writers. Were that the case, I'd love to work with you.
All the best in your writing journey.
Very kind, encouraging rejection: 8/19/23
LETTER:
Thanks so much for your query. I'm a big fan of your writing. You have a lot to offer and it's clear you're a fantastic writer.
It pains me to say I won't be able to offer representation. I have to make such careful decisions, and it's not about how good the project is, but more that I have so many authors submitting projects, and must limit the number of clients I take on.
You may want to contact other agents using the Guide to Literary Agents, or the Writers Market, Manuscript Wishlist or Query Tracker. I wish I had better news for you, and I wish I were able to work with authors based strictly on their merit as writers. Were that the case, I'd love to work with you.
All the best in your writing journey.
CareBear
07/27/2023 04:03 AM
Queried - 7/17/23
Rejected- 7/27/23
YA Biblical Historical - 106k
Rejected- 7/27/23
YA Biblical Historical - 106k
jordynellery
06/26/2023 02:18 PM
Query: 06/26
Rejection: 06/26
Amazing turnaround time. I Appreciated the polite rejection.
Rejection: 06/26
Amazing turnaround time. I Appreciated the polite rejection.
EHAndersonAuthor
06/21/2023 11:57 AM
Query 6/19
Rejection 6/21
"I like your book idea and I think it has potential. I wish I could pursue representation, but unfortunately the large publishers with whom I work require a more fully-developed platform for their fiction authors."
Really appreciated her response and how quick it was.
Rejection 6/21
"I like your book idea and I think it has potential. I wish I could pursue representation, but unfortunately the large publishers with whom I work require a more fully-developed platform for their fiction authors."
Really appreciated her response and how quick it was.
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Profile History
- Last Update:
- 10/21/2022 - Now using QueryManager. Genres updated.
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FR: 11/20/2023
Women's Fiction Suspense 65k
Thanks so much for writing me regarding your book, [TITLE]. Unfortunately I've decided not to pursue this project. I have a great many new proposals coming in, and I must often say no to wonderful books. I regret I'll have to pass.
You may want to contact other agents using the Guide to Literary Agents, or the Writers Market, Manuscript Wishlist or Query Tracker.
I wish you the best in your writing journey.