Agents and Editors for Manuscript Mart Fall 2026
Registration for Manuscript Mart Fall 2026 (November 10–14) will open on Thursday, September 10, for GrubStreet members and on Monday, September 14, for everyone. Mark your calendars!
Scroll below to peruse the agents and editors participating in Manuscript Mart Fall 2026.
Agents and Editors whose appointments have sold out may be found by scrolling to the bottom of this page.
We will continue to add agents and editors over the coming months, so keep checking back!
How to Register for Manuscript Mart Appointments (once registration has opened)
Registering with an agent or editor for the Manuscript Mart is similar to signing up for a regular GrubStreet class or event.
Follow these simple steps to book your appointment:
- Make sure you are logged in to your GrubStreet.org account.
- Check below for the agent or editor with whom you’d like to book an appointment.
- Click the registration link below the agent or editor’s profile to go directly to their registration page.
>>> The REGISTRATION LINK you need to click on looks something like this: REGISTER FOR [AGENT NAME]
- Once on the registration page, you can add an appointment to your shopping cart and check out when you’re ready.
Important Note About Appointment Scheduling
- Manuscript Mart appointments will take place online over Zoom.
- Zoom links and schedule times will be assigned mid-October and be emailed to each participant by 11:59 PM EDT on October 27, 2026.
- Meetings will run twenty minutes and start on the half-hour during each agent's or editor's availability windows.
Cancellation Policies
Up until the manuscript sample submission deadline and close of registration on October 13, 2026, the Manuscript Mart adheres in a similar manner to GrubStreet's Refund and Cancellation Policy. If you cancel:
- At least 10 business days prior to the close of registration on October 13, you will receive a credit minus 15% OR a refund minus 30% (85% or 70% of total cost).
- 9 business days until 1 business day after the close of registration on October 13, you will receive a credit minus 30% (70% of total cost).
- More than 1 business day after the close of registration on October 13, you will receive no refund or credit.
- You may, however, transfer your appointment to another appointment if accomplished before the close of registration on October 13.
If your manuscript sample is not received by the submission deadline of 11:59 PM EDT on October 13, 2026, your appointment will be considered cancelled and ineligible for refund or credit.
Scholarships
Scholarships are available for the Manuscript Mart, with applications accepted on a rolling basis until the deadline on Wednesday, October 6, 2026. Since funds are limited, we highly encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
Learn More About & Apply for a Scholarship