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

I wholeheartedly believe that there is a book for every reader and every reader deserves a book and I’m eager to shepherd high-quality stories to eager readers
I currently only accept submission through conferences or pitch events
Adult Fiction
Book Club
Cozy
Historical
Horror
Paranormal
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 the unknown and misunderstood is prevalent. I love witches but not a big fan of vampires or werewolves.
I have a soft spot for historical fiction with dual timelines where events from the past impact the present. 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.
Some of my favorite authors are:
Irina Shapiro
CJ Archer
Kevin Kwan
Kristin Hannah
Dana Evyn
I am currently reading The Hecate Cavendish series by Paula Brackston
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.
In Young Adult I like books that speak to those who feel invisible and welcome tough topics. I am not the right fit for dystopian novels where a teenage chosen one is tasked with saving the world.
I am not a good fit for
Religious themes
Nonfiction
Memoir