Last edited on: September 19, 2026
Dystel, Goderich & Bourret LLC is a dynamic literary agency boasting an impressive client list and a sterling reputation. Led by Jane Dystel, who founded the company in 1994, our agents are smart, hardworking, compassionate, and focused on their authors’ success. We are a full-service enterprise known for our business savvy and integrity.
Genres and Restrictions
Categories Of Interest: GENERAL FICTION AND NON-FICTION; POPULAR HISTORY; LIFESTYLE; HEALTH; ENTERTAINMENT; BIOGRAPHY; MEMOIR; POPULAR SCIENCE; POP CULTURE
Categories NOT considered: Drama; poetry; original screenplays
Website:http://www.dystel.com
Jane Dystel, Founder
Address: One Union Square West, Suite 904, New York, NY 10003
Phone: 212-627-9100
Email: See individual agent page / QueryManager
Query Method: QueryManager / individual agent page
Website: dystel.com
Miriam Goderich, Partner
Address: One Union Square West, Suite 904, New York, NY 10003
Phone: 212-627-9100
Email: See individual agent page / QueryManager
Query Method: QueryManager / individual agent page
Website: dystel.com
Michael Bourret, Partner
Address: One Union Square West, Suite 904, New York, NY 10003
Phone: 212-627-9100
Email: QueryManager only (no direct email)
Query Method: QueryManager only
Website: dystel.com
Lauren E. Abramo, VP
Address: One Union Square West, Suite 904, New York, NY 10003
Phone: 212-627-9100
Email: [email protected]
Query Method: Email
Website: dystel.com
Jim McCarthy, Agent
Address: One Union Square West, Suite 904, New York, NY 10003
Phone: 212-627-9100
Email: QueryManager only (no direct email)
Query Method: QueryManager only
Website: dystel.com
Sharon Pelletier, Agent
Address: One Union Square West, Suite 904, New York, NY 10003
Phone: 212-627-9100
Email: QueryManager only (no direct email)
Query Method: QueryManager only
Website: dystel.com
Michaela Whatnall, Agent
Address: One Union Square West, Suite 904, New York, NY 10003
Phone: 212-627-9100
Email: QueryManager only (no direct email)
Query Method: QueryManager only
Website: dystel.com
