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John Berlyne
Zeno Literary Agency
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About
John Berlyne is the founder of Zeno Literary Agency, a UK-based agency specializing in science fiction, fantasy, and horror. He has worked in the genre publishing world for many years and has built Zeno into a well-regarded agency within the speculative fiction community. He also has experience as an author and critic in the genre space.
Currently Looking For
Berlyne is primarily interested in science fiction, fantasy, and horror for adult readers. He has expressed interest in both commercial and literary genre fiction, as well as media tie-in work. He looks for strong, original voices and well-constructed world-building.
Submission Guidelines
Zeno Literary Agency accepts email queries. Authors should send a query letter, a synopsis, and the first few chapters of their manuscript. The agency's website provides specific submission instructions that authors should consult before querying.
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