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Shawna McCarthy
The McCarthy Agency, LLC
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About
Shawna McCarthy is the founder of The McCarthy Agency, LLC, a literary agency based in the United States. She has a long career in publishing, including time as an editor at Bantam Doubleday Dell, before transitioning to agenting. She is particularly well known for her work in science fiction and fantasy.
Currently Looking For
Shawna McCarthy is known to actively seek science fiction and fantasy, including both adult and young adult work in those genres. She has expressed interest in strong world-building, compelling characters, and genre fiction with literary quality. She also represents some select commercial fiction and non-fiction.
Submission Guidelines
The McCarthy Agency accepts queries by email. A standard query should include a brief pitch, author bio, and the first few pages or chapters of the manuscript. Prospective submitters should verify current guidelines via QueryTracker or the agency's own listings as policies can change.
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