I especially love upmarket writing, complex characters, and immersive settings. I enjoy upbeat, positive stories but don’t shy away from darker themes. Complicated relationships and family dynamics are a particular interest of mine, and I appreciate character development that is directly and organically integrated with the plot. In nonfiction, I’m interested in authors who are specialists in their fields, have strong platforms, and can help me see the world in a new light.

We live in a diverse world, and I want to see diversity of all types authentically represented in all genres; I’d love to champion minority voices as I build my list.  

I’m not looking for picture books, middle grade, military or political thrillers, adult high fantasy or science fiction, horror, dystopian, or business books. 

Query Manager Link: https://querymanager.com/query/lauriedennison

I only accept queries through my Query Manager page. Any queries sent through other methods will be deleted unanswered.

For fiction, I ask for the query letter and first ten pages of text.

For nonfiction, along with your query please include an extended author bio and the marketing section of your book proposal in the query section and sample pages in the sample section.

I also ask for a few comparable titles.

If we’ve met at a conference or workshop, please feel free to mention that in the referral section.

I aim to respond to queries within 4-6 weeks. Responses to additional requested material may take several months. If you have interest or an offer, please make sure you check in so that I have an opportunity to review and respond.