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Carolyn Swayze
Carolyn Swayze Literary Agency Ltd.
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About
Carolyn Swayze is a Canadian literary agent and the founder of Carolyn Swayze Literary Agency Ltd., based in British Columbia. She has been representing authors for many years and focuses on Canadian and international authors across a range of genres. She is known for her dedication to literary fiction and nonfiction with a strong sense of place or voice.
Currently Looking For
Swayze is interested in literary fiction, narrative nonfiction, middle grade, and young adult fiction. She has expressed a particular interest in Canadian voices and stories with a strong sense of place, as well as nonfiction with cultural or historical depth.
Submission Guidelines
Authors should query via email with a query letter, synopsis, and the first pages or chapters of the manuscript. The agency's website provides specific submission instructions and she prefers queries that follow those guidelines closely.
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