What kinds of books are you looking for?

• We represent both fiction and non-fiction.  In fiction we look for thrillers, suspense, and women's contemporary fiction that reflects the lives, challenges, love and family issues faced by today's women--from twenty-somethings to retirees.  In non-fiction we are looking for self-help, business, and popular reference; we want to represent books that help people's lives.

What is the best way to get your attention?

• You should send a well-written and compelling one-page query letter and SASE (self-addressed stamped envelope) via regular mail.  You can also send your query via email to dmla@denisemarcilagency.com.  No attachments, please.  Do not send a query by fax. 

  To ensure the fastest response time to your query, please send your query letter to the correct address.
  

  • Query letters for Denise Marcil should be sent to 110 William Street, Suite 2202, New York, NY 10038.
  • Query letters for Anne Marie O'Farrell should be sent to 86 Dennis Street, Manhasset, NY 11030.

  Can I speak to an agent?

  • Send a query letter.  If we are interested, we will contact you, simple as that.

  I wrote a manuscript/book, can I send it to you?

  • Send a query letter first, if we're interested we will request the full text.

  What can I do to increase the odds that you will take me on as a client?

  • We want to represent strong writers with fresh ideas.  People who are professional, well-mannered, and polite always have a better chance of getting my attention.  Do your homework to ensure that I represent your type of book (see "10 Ways to Find the Right Agent").  Following up is one thing, but please, no one likes a nagger.

  
  

  It's always nice to find out how you found out about our agency.  If you've found my website or my listing in various publishing guides, met me at a writer's conference, or have been referred by a "colleague or friend," please feel free to include that in the beginning of your letter.