Ms. Laurie Abkemeier
DeFiore and Company
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General
Laurie Abkemeier
DeFiore and Company
47 East 19th Street, 3rd Floor
New York, NY 10003
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Join Now - Website:
- www.defliterary.com/
- Blog/Other:
- laurieabkemeier.tumblr.com
- Twitter:
- @laurieabkemeier
- AALA Member:
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Query Methods
Accepts queries via...
E-Mail
Genres
This agent is seeking the following genres:
Fiction
none
Non-Fiction
Humor/Gift Book
Memoir
Narrative
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Author Comments
Comments by authors about this agent.
kfennelly
08/27/2022 11:17 AM
broad interests in nonfiction: non-fiction that spans history, science (physical, biological, and psychological), nature, sports, adventure, health and wellness, self-improvement, investigative journalism, big ideas, women’s studies, pop culture, and the offbeat.
TooMuchCoffeeMan
03/19/2022 11:40 AM
CNR @ 77 days.
janthony10
12/07/2021 08:27 AM
Queried today 12/7//21) and received this automatic reply
This is an Automated Reply.]
Thank you for your query regarding your book project and for giving me the opportunity to consider your work. I receive hundreds of queries each month, and I read each one myself, but I will reply only if I am interested in seeing more material.
Because of the number of active authors I represent, I have room to take on only a few new authors each year. It is important that I focus on projects that I believe I can represent in the strongest, most enthusiastic way possible.
If you do not hear from me within two weeks, you should assume I have determined your project would not be a good fit for my strengths and that I have declined the opportunity to consider it further.
If you receive an offer of representation during the two-week window, please send a second email to let me know.
Please note that I do not consider fiction queries. If your query is about a novel, please visit our agency website to determine whether one of my colleagues is right for you.
Many thanks again for thinking of me.
Sincerely,
Laurie Abkemeier
DeFiore and Company
This is an Automated Reply.]
Thank you for your query regarding your book project and for giving me the opportunity to consider your work. I receive hundreds of queries each month, and I read each one myself, but I will reply only if I am interested in seeing more material.
Because of the number of active authors I represent, I have room to take on only a few new authors each year. It is important that I focus on projects that I believe I can represent in the strongest, most enthusiastic way possible.
If you do not hear from me within two weeks, you should assume I have determined your project would not be a good fit for my strengths and that I have declined the opportunity to consider it further.
If you receive an offer of representation during the two-week window, please send a second email to let me know.
Please note that I do not consider fiction queries. If your query is about a novel, please visit our agency website to determine whether one of my colleagues is right for you.
Many thanks again for thinking of me.
Sincerely,
Laurie Abkemeier
DeFiore and Company
prosperity1
10/02/2021 06:15 PM
9-14-21 query, memoir 38k
ArtEqualsOxygen
07/10/2021 05:21 PM
7/10/21
Memoir
Memoir
MissPlum
03/23/2021 02:47 PM
"If you don’t hear back from us within six weeks, the most likely scenario is that we read your query and do not think your project is right for us"
CNR @ 46 days on adult/YA graphic novel
CNR @ 46 days on adult/YA graphic novel
hollyanne
12/06/2020 06:10 PM
EQ: 11/12/2020
CNR: 12/6/2020
Per her automated email, I'm closing this one out.
68k memoir
CNR: 12/6/2020
Per her automated email, I'm closing this one out.
68k memoir
MAnthony99
12/03/2019 12:52 PM
EQ: 12/03/2019. Memoir.
juliana_clayton
08/06/2019 06:18 PM
ER 6/29/19
CNR 8/6/19
Auto-generated reply states that she does not consider fiction. This information is not on her website so I hope it is helpful here.
CNR 8/6/19
Auto-generated reply states that she does not consider fiction. This information is not on her website so I hope it is helpful here.
NancyDWrites
07/23/2019 05:54 PM
ER 7/20
Appalachiosaurus
05/08/2019 10:51 AM
ER: 4/9
CNR: 5/8
PB, 400 words
CNR: 5/8
PB, 400 words
coffee_drinker4
03/21/2019 06:29 AM
I got an auto reply from her today stating she does NOT consider fiction.
Maybe this should be updated.
Maybe this should be updated.
ktwills79
02/22/2019 03:26 PM
ER: 1/23
CNR: 2/22
PB, 690 words
CNR: 2/22
PB, 690 words
Laura747
06/12/2018 12:22 PM
FR for my memoir.
In the end received a very kind and encouraging rejection from Ms. Abkemeier. (likely a form) She enjoyed reading my material, but didn't love it enough to want to take it on... and she is certain I will find that agent soon. I appreciate the time she took to consider my manuscript and will keep moving forward.
In the end received a very kind and encouraging rejection from Ms. Abkemeier. (likely a form) She enjoyed reading my material, but didn't love it enough to want to take it on... and she is certain I will find that agent soon. I appreciate the time she took to consider my manuscript and will keep moving forward.
coffee_drinker4
06/07/2018 08:40 PM
EQ: 6/8 Picture Book
Profile Update
Patrick (Admin)
02/22/2018 10:07 AM
Profile Update: Genres updated.
StripedShirt
06/01/2017 08:12 PM
Sent 6/1/2017. Received automated reply the same day.
Profile Update
Patrick (Admin)
04/04/2017 10:41 AM
Profile Update: This agent reviewed and approved her listing.
Kristine_Hagen_Johnson
09/17/2016 10:09 AM
September 12, 2016 update:
I received this automated message from Ms. Abkemeier. Query Tracker's search engine indicated that she was interested in memoir, but it looks like she may have changed her focus since the last database update. Note the *** portion below. I appreciate how she did this; it is efficient for everyone!
Kristi
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[This is an Automated Reply.]
Thank you for your query regarding your book project and for giving me the opportunity to consider your work. Because of the hundreds of queries I receive each month, I am not able to send a personal reply.
***At this time, I am considering only narrative nonfiction works. This means that if you have submitted a work that is not narrative nonfiction—for example memoir, practical nonfiction, or a children’s picture book—you should try one of my colleagues (www.defliterary.com). All others, please read on.
Because of the number of active authors I represent, I have room to take on only a few new authors each year. It is important that I focus on projects that I believe I can represent in the strongest, most enthusiastic way possible.
If you do not hear from me within two weeks, you should assume I have determined your project would not be a good fit for my strengths and that I have declined the opportunity to consider it further.
If you receive an offer of representation during the two-week window, please send a second email to let me know.
Many thanks again for thinking of me.
Sincerely,
Laurie Abkemeier
I received this automated message from Ms. Abkemeier. Query Tracker's search engine indicated that she was interested in memoir, but it looks like she may have changed her focus since the last database update. Note the *** portion below. I appreciate how she did this; it is efficient for everyone!
Kristi
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[This is an Automated Reply.]
Thank you for your query regarding your book project and for giving me the opportunity to consider your work. Because of the hundreds of queries I receive each month, I am not able to send a personal reply.
***At this time, I am considering only narrative nonfiction works. This means that if you have submitted a work that is not narrative nonfiction—for example memoir, practical nonfiction, or a children’s picture book—you should try one of my colleagues (www.defliterary.com). All others, please read on.
Because of the number of active authors I represent, I have room to take on only a few new authors each year. It is important that I focus on projects that I believe I can represent in the strongest, most enthusiastic way possible.
If you do not hear from me within two weeks, you should assume I have determined your project would not be a good fit for my strengths and that I have declined the opportunity to consider it further.
If you receive an offer of representation during the two-week window, please send a second email to let me know.
Many thanks again for thinking of me.
Sincerely,
Laurie Abkemeier
Profile Update
Patrick (Admin)
09/16/2016 09:27 AM
Profile Update: Genres updated.
(Thanks willwrite4chocolate)
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