Paul Lucas An agent with Janklow & Nesbit Associates (see other agents at this agency). About From his first days with books, Paul has loved the feeling of getting lost between the covers. He remembers reading in his closet with a flashlight after bedtime so his parents would think he had gone to sleep. He is actively looking for upmarket commercial fiction, specifically historical, thrillers, science fiction and fantasy. On the literary side, he likes reading narratives about immigration, ostracization, class, family and race. For non-fiction, he is drawn to narratives, learning new things and the occasional humor project. Paul came to Janklow & Nesbit in 2007 as a paralegal in its legal department, following a stint in the corporate division at Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison. He shifted to representation in 2011 and loves books much more than contracts (though pays attention to both!). This agent may not respond to all queries. After waiting a reasonable amount of time, assume your submission will not be accepted. Country & Year Established United States Agent since 2011 Collapse section Fiction Open Audience:Open to a broad Audience.Genres: General Open to all/most Subgenres. Fantasy Open to all/most Subgenres. Science Fiction Open to all/most Subgenres. Suspense/Thriller Open to all/most Subgenres.Lengths: NovelStyles:Open to all/most Styles, including: Literary, Mainstream.Topics: Open to all/most Topics including... Society/Culture: Ethnicity/Race, Social issues.Submissions:Method: Email. Simultaneous submissions: Simultaneous submissions are allowed. Collapse section Nonfiction Open Audience:Open to a broad Audience.Lengths: BookStyles:Open to all/most Styles, including: Humorous, Literary, Mainstream.Topics: Open to all/most Topics.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:Instagram @janklownesbit For the Agent: Request Interview Duosuma Submission Manager Link to Duotrope Paul Lucas Submission Statistics Free Preview! 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. Accuracy: We have received 5 reports from 5 different members within the past 12 months, not including pending responses (see below). The more responses reported, the more accurate the information. Days Reported: 8 min | 65.8 mean avg | 20.0 median | 263 max days (101.5 std dev) Pending 2 responses are pending (57 min | 193.5 mean avg | 193.5 median | 330 max days waiting | 905.0 std dev) from 2 different members This only includes pending reports from users who have been active on Duotrope within the past 30 days Other Information This agent may not respond to all queries. After waiting a reasonable amount of time, assume your submission will not be accepted. Most recent response reported was received on 12 May 2025. Responses have been received for submissions sent as recently as 04 May 2025. Work submitted here was also submitted to...This section is available to subscribers only. Sign up and start your free trial today!Members accepted here also had work accepted by...This section is available to subscribers only. Become a member and start your free trial today! Your Submissions This section is available to subscribers only. Join today! Other Agents at this AgencyIan BonaparteChris ClemansMelissa FlashmanMina HamediLuke JanklowMorton Janklow CLOSEDKirby KimStefanie LiebermanChad LuiblPJ MarkRichard Morris DNQLynn Nesbit OPTED OUTEmma ParryBrooks Sherman DNQAnne SibbaldMarya SpenceJessica Spitz 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: 10 May 2025Last Audited: 20 Mar 2025 Date Added: 10 May 2018We check their guidelines for changes every four weeks, and we audit the listing twice a year.