Jackie Kruzie
Author & Associate Literary Agent with Focused Artists
Literary Associate at Focused Artists
Submission Guidelines

I wholeheartedly believe there is a book for every reader
and every reader deserves to see themselves in a book
I currently only accept submissions through conferences or pitch events
Find out where I will be on my EVENTS page
Adult Fiction
Book Club
Cozy
Horror
Paranormal
Romcom
Romantasy
Speculative
Supernatural
Women’s Fiction
I love grounded speculative fiction where characters must keep their abilities hidden as they strive to right wrongs and exist in a world where fear of their powers and the unknown is prevalent. I love witches but not a big fan of vampires or werewolves.
I am a sucker for stories with a romantic element and enjoy when budding romances develop organically throughout the story.
I welcome diverse characters and would like to see more main LGBTQ+ characters in a setting where they exist without scrutiny and their sexuality isn’t the main issue but simply a component of the story.
I am not the best fit for Christian Fiction, Epic Fantasy, or technically heavy Sci/Fi
Children’s Fiction
Board Books
Chapter Books
Middle Grade
Picture Book
Young Adult
In BB & PB I like punchy fast-paced kid-focused books with no heavy moral. As a formal children’s librarian, I look for fun read-a-louds perfect for storytime. I am not the right fit for new baby or new pet books but would love a story featuring a modern grandparent that challenges stigmas.
In Middle Grade I look for books that put kids in the driver’s seat and create lifelong readers. I would consider a Graphic Novel for this age group.
In Young Adult I like books that speak to those who feel invisible and welcome tough topics. I am not the best fit for dystopian novels where a teenage chosen one is tasked with saving the world.
I do not represent
Adult Nonfiction
Cookbooks
Memoir
Novellas
Religious
Self-help