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James McGowan
BookEnds, LLC
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About
James McGowan is a literary agent at BookEnds, LLC who joined the agency after a background in publishing and bookselling. He has worked to build a diverse list across adult fiction and nonfiction. He is known for his enthusiasm for genre fiction and literary works with strong commercial appeal.
Currently Looking For
McGowan has publicly expressed interest in adult fiction including fantasy, science fiction, horror, and thrillers, as well as upmarket and literary fiction. He has noted interest in diverse voices and underrepresented perspectives. On MSWL he has indicated a fondness for character-driven stories with strong world-building.
Submission Guidelines
BookEnds agents generally request a query letter, synopsis, and the first few pages or chapters pasted into the body of an email. Submissions should be sent through the BookEnds query system or via email per the agency website. Attachments are typically not accepted unless specified.
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