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Michael Bourret
Dystel Goderich & Bourret LLC
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About
Michael Bourret is a founding partner at Dystel, Goderich & Bourret and one of the most prominent agents specializing in young adult and middle grade fiction. He has been agenting for over two decades and is widely regarded as a leading voice in children's publishing. He also handles some adult nonfiction.
Currently Looking For
Bourret has publicly stated he is actively seeking young adult and middle grade fiction across a range of genres, including contemporary, fantasy, and science fiction, with a strong interest in diverse and LGBTQ+ stories. He has expressed enthusiasm for character-driven narratives with emotional depth. On the adult side he seeks narrative and prescriptive nonfiction, particularly in food, lifestyle, and popular culture.
Submission Guidelines
Bourret asks for a query letter and the first fifty pages of a manuscript pasted into the body of the email, with no attachments. Queries should be sent to his specific email address listed on the agency website. He has noted that personalized queries addressing why he specifically is a good fit are appreciated.
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