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Peter McGuigan
Ultra Literary
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About
Peter McGuigan is a veteran literary agent and the founder of Ultra Literary. He previously ran Foundry Literary + Media, which he co-founded, and before that worked at Sanford Greenburger Associates. He is known for working across commercial fiction, nonfiction, and pop-culture driven projects.
Currently Looking For
McGuigan has historically sought commercial fiction, narrative nonfiction, pop culture, humor, and projects with strong crossover or multimedia potential. He is drawn to high-concept premises and culturally resonant stories. He has expressed interest in projects that have a clear audience and commercial hook.
Submission Guidelines
Ultra Literary's submission guidelines should be checked directly on their website, as they may have specific query requirements. Generally McGuigan has accepted query letters with a synopsis and sample pages. Unsolicited queries should follow the agency's posted guidelines.
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