Smart, voice-driven stories with big hooks and propulsive drama. Looking for books with splashy concepts that will get readers talking, genre twists, charming con artists, intricately plotted heists, laughs, fun or unexpected settings, lush settings, big concepts, plenty of romance, sense of humor, fresh perspectives, bit of bite, and historical glitz and drama.
Claire Friedman joined InkWell Management in 2016 after graduating from Columbia University with degrees in English and History. Originally from Salt Lake City, she began her publishing career at The King's English indie bookstore before moving to New York.
Submissions should be emailed to [email protected] Queries should be emailed to: [email protected] In the body of your email, please include a query letter and a short writing sample (1-2 chapters) and address the email to me either at the beginning of the e-mail, or put it at my attention in the subject line.
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