Ms. Joanna MacKenzie
Nelson Literary Agency, LLC
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General
Joanna MacKenzie
Nelson Literary Agency, LLC
Chicago, IL
- Website:
- www.nelsonagency.com/
- Twitter (X):
- @joannamackenzie
- AALA Member:
- Yes (Visit Site)
Query Methods
Genres
This agent is seeking the following genres:
Fiction
Action/Adventure
Chick Lit
Commercial
Contemporary
Crime/Police
Family Saga
Historical
LGBTQ+
Literary Fiction
Multicultural
Mystery
Offbeat/Quirky
Romance
• Romance, Category
• Romance, Contemporary
• Romance, Thriller/Suspense
Thrillers/Suspense
Upmarket
Women's Fiction
Young Adult
• Young Adult, Contemporary
• Young Adult, Literary
• Young Adult, Mystery
Non-Fiction
none
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Known Clients (current & past)
Kate Baer
Shana Gallen
John Galligan
Alison Hammer
Robin Huber
Sierra Kincade
Jonathan Messinger
Meghan Scott Molin
Kristen Simmons
Kathleen West
Author Comments
Comments by authors about this agent.
arcadeflorist
06/07/2024 07:37 PM
Submitted 5/10/24
Pass: 5/24/24
Adult romcom
Pass: 5/24/24
Adult romcom
Profile Update
Patrick (Admin)
05/20/2024 12:25 PM
Profile Update: Closed to queries.
ClassicallyTrained
05/13/2024 12:50 PM
She passed after 15 days, but her note was so kind!
"Thank you so much for thinking of me for your project! I thought your query and sample were well-written with a strong concept but not quite what I'm looking for at the moment. Because I'm careful to keep my client list manageable, I'm being really selective about what I request. However, I think another agent is going to be intrigued enough to ask for the manuscript and I'm sorry I can't offer a referral."
"Thank you so much for thinking of me for your project! I thought your query and sample were well-written with a strong concept but not quite what I'm looking for at the moment. Because I'm careful to keep my client list manageable, I'm being really selective about what I request. However, I think another agent is going to be intrigued enough to ask for the manuscript and I'm sorry I can't offer a referral."
kboatman
05/10/2024 11:41 AM
QF: 4/23
FR: 5/9
Upmarket fiction 81,000 words
FR: 5/9
Upmarket fiction 81,000 words
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Profile History
- Last Update:
- 05/20/2024 - Closed to queries.
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"Thank you so much for sharing [TITLE] with me. This story has all the elements I love—an interesting premise and a well built world. The writing is solid with a nice voice. A dynamic, interesting protagonist. It's with a lot of regret I'm going to pass on offering representation. I just didn't get that "must have" feeling when reading. Because I'm careful to keep my client list manageable, I'm being really selective about what authors/novels I take on. I know another agent will feel differently and I will be cheering you on from the sidelines. Warmly, Joanna"