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Marilyn Allen
Allen O'Shea Literary Agency LLC
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About
Marilyn Allen is a co-founder of Allen O'Shea Literary Agency and has over 25 years of experience in publishing, having previously held positions at Simon & Schuster, Penguin, and HarperCollins. She focuses primarily on nonfiction.
Currently Looking For
Allen is interested in practical nonfiction including health, wellness, fitness, business, cooking, and lifestyle books. She represents authors with strong platforms and expertise in their subject areas.
Submission Guidelines
Submit a query letter and nonfiction book proposal or fiction synopsis with sample pages by email. The agency's website outlines specific submission preferences; they do not accept unsolicited manuscripts.
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