Dystel, Goderich & Bourret

How to query Dystel, Goderich & Bourret— every agent here in one place, with what each is looking for, whether they’re open to queries, and how to submit. Always confirm an agent’s live submission page before you send.

3 agents3 open to queries3 in-depth profiles Official site
AudiencesYoung AdultNonfictionMiddle GradePicture BookFictionMemoir
Based inNew York City, US · New York, US

How to submit to Dystel, Goderich & Bourret

  • 2 of 3 agents accept queries by email.
  • 1 agent uses an online query form — open the agent's page for the live link.

Each agent here keeps their own list and rules — pick an agent below, confirm they're open, and use their query link. 3 of 3 are open to queries right now.

Read Dystel, Goderich & Bourret’s full submission guidelines →
General querying etiquette
  • Query one agent at this agency at a time — most ask you not to submit to several of their agents at once.
  • Personalize each query and confirm the agent is open before you send.
  • Have a one-page synopsis and the opening pages ready; many forms ask for them inline.
  • Responses typically take several weeks; no reply after the agent's stated window usually means a pass.

Agents at Dystel, Goderich & Bourret

JR
John RudolphIn-depth
Open to queries

“ John Rudolph joined DG&B in 2010 after twelve years as an acquiring children’s book editor. He began his career at Simon & Schuster Books for…

MB
Michael BourretIn-depth
Open to queries

"Michael Bourret began his career as an intern at the agency while studying film and television production at New York University, joined…

MW
Michaela WhatnallIn-depth
Open to queries

Right now, the categories I’m most looking to build in are adult upmarket fiction, contemporary middle grade, young adult of all genres, grounded…