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Colleen Oefelein is a MacGregor & Luedeke Literary agent whose submission form is currently open, though the breadth of their category interests requires writers to verify the live form for the most current details.

Synthesized from 1 independent signals · last reviewed June 2026
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In brief

the 30-second read
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Colleen Oefelein is actively accepting queries as of April 2026 through MacGregor & Luedeke Literary — but always confirm the live form status before submitting, as windows can shift.

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The raw data provided for this agent is sparse: no confirmed deal record, no detailed wishlist, and no interview signals are available, which limits the depth of category and taste analysis possible at this time.

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MacGregor & Luedeke Literary has a strong general-market and Christian/inspirational publishing heritage — writers querying any agent at this agency should be aware that faith-oriented and commercial fiction and nonfiction are core strengths of the house.

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Because no sales record was available for analysis, writers should research Oefelein's recent deals independently before querying to understand which publishers and imprints Oefelein has active relationships with.

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The absence of a detailed public wishlist means a targeted, personalized query letter — one that demonstrates genuine familiarity with Oefelein's taste — will carry extra weight.

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Lately

most recent public notes

Query status was observed as open, suggesting Oefelein is actively building their client list as of this period.

April 2026 · 3mo ago
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What Colleen is looking for

organized from the wishlist, interviews, and listings
Fiction (General)Open to

MacGregor & Luedeke Literary's roster reflects strong commercial and inspirational fiction traditions. Writers with compelling, character-driven narratives — particularly those with a faith-friendly or crossover commercial appeal — are likely a natural fit, though no specific subgenre priorities for Oefelein could be confirmed from available data. Verify current wishlist details before querying.

Nonfiction (General)Open to

The agency has a longstanding track record placing nonfiction, including Christian living, self-help, memoir, and practical nonfiction. Whether these categories align specifically with Oefelein's personal list could not be confirmed from the available data — writers should check the live submission form for category-level detail.

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Not the right fit

save yourself the rejection
No specific exclusions confirmed from available data — consult the live submission form for an up-to-date list of categories Oefelein is not considering
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Taste fingerprint

the threads that run through Colleen's taste
MacGregor & Luedeke Literaryopen to queriescommercial fictioninspirationalChristian marketnonfictionboutique agencyfaith-friendlygeneral marketcharacter-driven
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How to query Colleen

6 ways in Through an online form
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Submit through MacGregor & Luedeke Literary's official online submission form — check the agency website directly for the current link and any updated guidelines.

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Because Oefelein's detailed wishlist is not widely published, do extra research before querying: look for recent interviews, social posts, or conference appearances that reveal current taste and priorities.

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MacGregor & Luedeke has deep roots in Christian and inspirational publishing alongside commercial trade; if your project has faith themes or a faith-friendly audience, make that clear in your query letter.

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Follow the agency's submission guidelines precisely — MacGregor & Luedeke is a professional boutique operation and agents there respond well to polished, professionally formatted queries.

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If you cannot find specific genre preferences stated for Oefelein, a concise, compelling one-paragraph pitch that leads with story stakes (for fiction) or the core problem you solve (for nonfiction) is your safest approach.

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Do not query multiple agents at MacGregor & Luedeke simultaneously unless the guidelines explicitly permit it — check the agency's policy on simultaneous internal submissions.

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Frequently asked

what writers ask about Colleen
Is Colleen Oefelein currently open to queries?
Yes — the query form was observed as open on April 16, 2026. That said, submission windows at boutique agencies can shift quickly, so always verify the current status on MacGregor & Luedeke Literary's official website before submitting.
What agency does Colleen Oefelein work for?
Colleen Oefelein is an agent at MacGregor & Luedeke Literary.
What genres does Colleen Oefelein represent?
No detailed, confirmed genre list for Oefelein specifically was available at time of writing. MacGregor & Luedeke Literary as a whole has historically placed both commercial/general-market books and Christian/inspirational titles in fiction and nonfiction. Check Oefelein's live submission form or agency bio for the most current category preferences.
What does Colleen Oefelein NOT want to receive?
No specific exclusions were confirmed from available public data. Consult the live submission guidelines to see which categories or content types Oefelein is not currently considering.
How do I query Colleen Oefelein?
Submit through the MacGregor & Luedeke Literary online query form. Review the agency's submission guidelines carefully before sending — requirements for query letter content, page samples, and synopses are set by the agency and may be updated at any time.
Does Colleen Oefelein represent Christian or inspirational books?
MacGregor & Luedeke Literary has a well-established presence in the Christian and inspirational publishing space, so faith-oriented projects are likely a consideration. Whether this is a specific focus for Oefelein's personal list should be confirmed via their current bio or submission form.
Does Colleen Oefelein represent debut authors?
This could not be confirmed from available data. Many boutique literary agents do work with debut writers, but check the agency guidelines or Oefelein's bio for any stated preference or restriction.
What should I include in a query to Colleen Oefelein?
Follow MacGregor & Luedeke's standard submission guidelines. As a general best practice: lead with a one-paragraph hook covering your book's premise, stakes, and genre; include word count, comparable titles, and a brief author bio; and attach any sample pages the form requests. Because Oefelein's specific wishlist details are limited publicly, let the strength of your pitch do the work.