David Gernert
The Gernert Company
Likely Open
Updated: 9/2/2025
Should You Query This Agent?
1.
Agent Information
Agent Bio
David is the President and Founder of The Gernert Company.
He spent the first fourteen years of his publishing career at Doubleday, the last six as Editor-In-Chief.
He left Doubleday in 1996 to start The Gernert Company, believing his experience as a publisher would give him some unique insight into the representation of authors.
He lives in Pound Ridge with his wife and four children.
Research Links
2.
Submission Requirements
Fiction Requirements
Nonfiction Requirements
3.
Genres
Genres Represented
Fiction
- Fiction
Nonfiction
- Nonfiction
Genres Not Represented
None listed or not available
4.
About The Gernert Company
Agency Profile
The Gernert Company is a literary agency located in Manhattan. Our client list is as broad as the market, representing fiction & non-fiction of all genres.
Agency Links
5.
Other Agents At The Gernert Company (16 Total)
Agent requirements, submission statuses, and other information can change without notice and are often subject to interpretation. The user should always review the agent's official website before submitting or determining whether to submit. This listing and determination of suitabilitty for querying are provided for informational purposes and does not constitute an endorsement. We're rooting for you—good luck!