Jackie Kaiser An agent with Westwood Creative Artists (see other agents at this agency). About Prior to becoming a literary agent, I spent a decade as executive editor at Penguin Canada. My experience there—considering submissions, working with agents, negotiating offers, reviewing contracts, editing manuscripts, and collaborating with my colleagues in design, production, marketing and sales—informs everything I do as an agent. I feel extremely lucky to have worked with so many talented, smart and hardworking writers and publishing people in both of these roles. I’m in this business because I love books that have the power to bring people together, articulate something crucial or profound, transform the reader, or offer a window onto a world we wouldn’t otherwise access. Fresh, distinct writing typically tops my list, but within that I’m seeking unusual perspectives, exceptional ideas, high concept approaches, and stories we truly need. I’m always interested in hearing from passionate experts with new and interesting things to say about their fields. Oh, and I love to cry. This agent may not respond to all queries. After waiting 180 days, assume your submission will not be accepted. Country of Publication Canada Professional Associations Member of PACLA AI Policy Unknown AI policy Collapse section Fiction Temp Closed Audience:Open to a broad Audience, including: Adults.Genres: GeneralLengths: NovelStyles:Open to all/most Styles, including: Literary, Mainstream. Excluding: Dark.Topics: Open to all/most Topics.Submissions:Method: Email. Simultaneous submissions: Simultaneous submissions are allowed. Collapse section Nonfiction Temp Closed Audience:Open to a broad Audience, including: Adults.Lengths: BookStyles:Open to all/most Styles, including: Literary, Mainstream.Topics: Open to all/most Topics (Excluding: Lifestyle (Cooking), Travel).Submissions:Method: Email. Simultaneous submissions: Simultaneous submissions are allowed. Always check guidelines for details and restrictions. If you aren't familiar with these terms, see our glossary. Go to agent's webpage Report: Submission/Query Correction/Update New Cover ArtSocial:Facebook FacebookBluesky @westwoodcreative.bsky.socialInstagram @westwoodcreativeartists For the Agent: Request Interview Duosuma Submission Manager Link to Duotrope Agent Impersonation Scams are becoming commonplace.A legitimate agent will not contact you and request money to represent you. Never pay an agent an up-front fee. That is not how literary agent representation works. Agents earn a commission only after they've landed a publishing deal for you. Also, agents scarcely ever contact writers. If an agent that you haven't queried contacts you about representation, be suspicious. Look up the agent and check if the email address is correct for that agent/agency. Jackie Kaiser Submission Statistics The statistics in this section are compiled from submission reports sent to us through our submission tracker. They are not provided by the agency or by Duotrope's admins. Information in this section is updated a few times per day. Learn more about the statistics. We have not received any submission reports for this listing in the past 12 months. Your Submissions This section is available to subscribers only. Join today! Other Agents at this AgencyChris CasuccioSara HarowitzBriar HeckmanBridgette KamMichael LevineHilary McMahon DNQEmmy Nordstrom Higdon CLOSEDJohn PearceGeffen SemachBruce Westwood CLOSEDMeg Wheeler Before SubmittingWe cannot guarantee that the information on this page is correct. We do our best to keep up, but it isn't always possible. Duotrope listings do not imply endorsement or recommendation of the agent or agency being listed. Before submitting, you should use your own judgment to determine whether the agent/agency meets your standards.Always read the full guidelines provided by the agency/agent.Unless the agency's guidelines state otherwise, always use industry standard manuscript formatting.For agency submissions, it is standard to submit a query letter and sample instead of the full manuscript. Do this unless otherwise instructed.Be professional, patient, and persistent. DatesLast Updated: 26 Aug 2026We check their guidelines for changes every four weeks, and we audit the listing twice a year. Cookie Consent: This site uses secure first-party cookies for essential, preference-setting, and statistical purposes. We do not use any marketing, advertising, or third-party cookies. Read our full cookie policy. Accept All Cookies Allow Essential Cookies Only