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
Fantasy
• Fantasy, Magical Realism
Historical
Horror
LGBTQ+
Literary Fiction
Multicultural
Mystery
New Adult
Romance
Thrillers/Suspense
Upmarket
Women's Fiction
Young Adult
• Young Adult, Fantasy
• 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
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JenniferUSC
11/03/2025 03:43 PM
Q: 2/20/24
FR: 3/5/24
FR: 3/5/24
Profile Update
Patrick (Admin)
11/03/2025 10:29 AM
Profile Update: Closed to queries.
crwrites
10/23/2025 05:42 PM
Q: 10/10/25
Nudge on offer: 10/23/25
Kind step-aside: 10/23/25
99k Adult Sci Fi
Nudge on offer: 10/23/25
Kind step-aside: 10/23/25
99k Adult Sci Fi
SteveP101
10/17/2025 06:43 AM
Queried September 28, 2025
Form rejection October 16, 2025
Urban fantasy/magical realism/paranormal, adult, 83k
Form rejection October 16, 2025
Urban fantasy/magical realism/paranormal, adult, 83k
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Profile History
- Last Update:
- 11/03/2025 - Closed to queries.
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Full request: 10/29/25
Urban Fantasy 78K