Q: 04/16/26
FR: 04/21/26 (same as a few comments down).
Upmarket crime thriller, 88k.

Thoughtful rejection with notes. I had a referral for this one.
99k fantasy romance
Rejected after 10 days.

Dear -----,

Thank you so much for querying me with ------! I really appreciate the chance to get a glimpse of your story. I'm thrilled you considered me and happy to hear that ----- referred you; ---- is the absolute best.

I've been sitting with your query and sample pages for a few days. There is so much to admire here -- your voice, the setting (and your comps are fab and so spot on). However, it's a bit too high/epic fantasy for the list that I'm currently building, and I'm very sad to say I'm going to have to pass.

This is in no way a reflection of the quality of your writing or the story itself, and there are absolutely agents who are actively looking for exactly what you’ve created here.

Thank you again for thinking of me, and I wish you the very best with your writing journey. Please feel free to keep in touch if you have questions throughout the querying process!

All my best,

Q: 4/13/26
FR: 4/16/26

Literary horror, 90k

Q: 4/13/2026
Partial request (sent same day): 4/16/2026
Pass (personalized, encouraging): 4/17/2026

YA contemporary fantasy

75k queer contemporary romance
Q: 4/15/26
FR: 4/16/26