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Kristin Nelson

Nelson Literary Agency, LLC

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About

Kristin Nelson founded Nelson Literary Agency in 2002 and has built it into a highly regarded boutique agency. She is known for representing New York Times bestselling authors across commercial fiction genres. She is an advocate for authors' rights and has written extensively about the publishing industry on her blog, 'Pub Rants.'

Currently Looking For

Nelson has expressed interest in science fiction, fantasy, romance, young adult, and upmarket commercial fiction. She is particularly drawn to high-concept stories with strong commercial hooks and well-developed worlds. She has noted a preference for projects that combine genre elements in fresh ways.

Submission Guidelines

Nelson Literary Agency requires submissions through their online query portal and does not accept unsolicited email queries or postal submissions. Authors should submit a query letter and follow the portal's prompts for sample pages and synopsis. The agency's website provides detailed and up-to-date instructions.

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