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The Gernert Company
Literary Agency · Boutique · Founded 2004
B+
Good (B+) — Imprimatur Grade
The Gernert Company is David Gernert's boutique literary agency. Strong on literary fiction + commercial nonfiction. Multi-decade Gernert continuity (after years at Doubleday).
83
Composite / 100
Where this grade comes from.
Author Treatment
A-
Editorial Quality
A-
Sales / Distribution Reach
B
Adaptation Track Record
B
Rights Posture
A-
Timeline & positioning.
- Founded 2004 (David Gernert)
- Boutique-scale operation
- Strong literary fiction roster
- Multi-decade founder continuity
/ Best for
Literary fiction authors seeking boutique-scale + David Gernert direct attention.
/ Watch out for
Verify the institution operational status and your specific agent or editor relationship continuity before signing.