Jennifer Jackson

http://www.jenniferjackson.org/

In grade school, Jennifer Jackson read through the entire fiction section of the school library. She repeated this feat when she moved to the high school building, which had a much larger selection.

Joining the Donald Maass Literary Agency in 1993 gave her the opportunity to continue to get her reading fix on a regular basis. She grew up reading science fiction and fantasy, and initially concentrated her endeavors in that field. She continued by pioneering the expansion of the agency into the areas of romance and women's fiction, and is developing her list in the mystery and suspense genres, as well as YA fiction.

Her current roster includes New York Times bestselling fantasy writer Jim Butcher, Derringer-Award nominee Cassandra Chan, and award-winning author Jo Ann Ferguson. She believes in a hands-on approach with a focus on career planning and editorial support. Her 40+ clients don't leave her much time to spare, but she enjoys cooking and ectophilic music in small concert venues.