United Kingdom Literary Agents

Fiction, non-fiction, children's

Andrew Nurnberg is the founder of Andrew Nurnberg Associates, established in 1977, specialising in the international representation of authors. He retired from agenting in 2023.

Email: info@nurnberg.co.uk

Fiction and non-fiction

Excellent writing of all types, fiction or nonfiction

Email - SScard@unitedagents.co.uk

Investigative journalism, memoir, evidence-based self-help, narrative nonfiction

Wants: Closed to new submissions

Caroline Marsiglia is an agent at Aevitas Creative Management. She is primarily interested in nonfiction, focusing on investigative journalism, memoir, evidence-based self-help, and narrative nonfiction. Across all genres, she is eager to work with authors dedicated to creating a more diverse and accessible literary landscape.

Caroline Marsiglia is currently closed to new submissions. Aevitas states that agents absent from its official submissions drop-down are closed, and Caroline is not currently listed. Do not submit by mail, telephone, or simultaneously to multiple Aevitas agents.

Children's fiction

Middle grade with mystery/adventure, heartfelt contemporary MG, ambitious fantasy, young fiction (5-8) with clear hook, YA (incl romantasy/thrillers/romance tropes), underrepresented voices

Email chloe@darleyanderson.com when open to submissions

Picture books, children's fiction

Voice and style come first — the agency needs to fall for your voice above all else. Ideas are secondary and can be developed, but the voice must draw them in immediately. Particularly interested in hearing from diverse authors and illustrators, and those writing own voices stories. Also interested in illustrators who write or intend to write, as they benefit most from the agency's editorial input.

Email submissions@thecatchpoleagency.co.uk with: a short cover letter with a couple of details about yourself, a one- or two-sentence pitch setting out the hook of your premise, a brief note on intended readership, and a writing sample pasted into the body of the email (a complete picture book text or a couple of chapters of a novel). Illustrators should also include a link to work viewable online plus some writing. No postal submissions accepted. If own voices or diverse applies to you, include #ownvoices or #diverse in the subject line. Note: submissions are closed until June 2026.

Fiction and non-fiction

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Email - annette@annettegreenagency.co.uk

Literary agency (books), adult

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Email - cviney@aevitascreative.com

Lgbtqia and writers and creators across all genres

Radical, complex queer stories beyond stereotypes, intersectional diversity

Frog is currently closed to submissions. Check https://www.frogliterary.agency or submissions for updates on when they reopen.

Fiction and non-fiction

Commercial fiction (upmarket women's, book club, romantic suspense, crime series, thrillers), non-fiction (business, feminism, health, cookery, environment, memoir, narrative non-fiction)

Email - sohoagencysubmissions@gmail.com

Fiction, literary fiction

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Email: mail@wylieagency.com

Fiction and non-fiction

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Email - Simon@miccheetham.co.uk

Literary estates, contracts

Wants: Not applicable (profile focuses on estates and contracts role)

Georgia Glover manages an eclectic list of clients with a strong focus on literary estates, working to keep classic writers' works available for new generations of readers. She actively seeks opportunities to bring lesser-known but deserving works back into print. Her list encompasses both Fiction and Non-Fiction.

Georgia Glover does not accept unsolicited submissions. Writers should use the DHA submissions page at https://davidhigham.co.uk or submissions or to identify and approach an appropriate agent.

Science fiction (primarily)

Speculative/SF with social commentary, dystopia/utopia, apocalypse, AI/other intelligences, first contact, big ideas, literary-leaning

QueryManager - https://querymanager.com or jackmozley

Fiction, books, comedy

Amy Mitchell handles fiction titles. She works in the Books and Comedy departments. Please note that Amy does not accept submissions.

Amy Mitchell does not accept submissions.

Fiction, non-fiction, children's

June Bell was instrumental in founding Bell Lomax Moreton, developed her own client list, and supports the other agents with their work. Her official profile says she is not currently open to submissions.

June Bell is not currently open to submissions. Bell Lomax Moreton has general submission guidelines for the agency, but June Bell's official profile specifically states that she is not currently open to submissions.

Fiction and non-fiction, children's

Eddie Bell has vast experience in publishing and co-founded Bell Lomax Moreton after serving as Executive Chairman and Publisher at HarperCollins. His official profile says he is not currently open to submissions.

Eddie Bell is not currently open to submissions. Bell Lomax Moreton has general submission guidelines for the agency, but Eddie Bell's official profile specifically states that he is not currently open to submissions.

Writers and directors (screen or audio or stage)

Writers and directors for projects ranging from children's animation to feature films, original and episodic TV, radio drama, and theatre

Email - info@rochellestevens.com

Literary fiction, contemporary fiction, historical fiction, crime fiction, thrillers, cookery, food writing, comedy, travel writing

All types of writing, with particular interests in cooking and food journalism, comedy, and travel writing. Also loves literary fiction, contemporary and historical novels, crime fiction, and thrillers. Also works closely with radio and television production companies, and the speakers and presenters side of the agency.

Claudia is not currently accepting submissions. When open, submissions go to submissions@greeneheaton.co.uk with the agent's name in the subject line. Include a covering letter in the body of the email. Fiction: attach the first three chapters (or around fifty pages) and a one-to-two page synopsis that reveals the ending, as Word documents. Non-fiction: attach three sample chapters and a chapter summary or synopsis. Postal submissions are not accepted.

Fiction, children's fiction

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Email submissions@colwillandpeddle.com with the subject line 'Fiction or Children's (delete as applicable) Submission'. Include a cover letter about you and your writing background, a synopsis of no longer than one A4 page, and the first chapter of your work.

Crime, thrillers, reading group fiction, upmarket commercial fiction, historical fiction, literary fiction, narrative memoir, nature writing, cookery, voice-led non-fiction

Crime and thrillers, reading group fiction, high-concept hooks, upmarket commercial fiction, narrative memoir, nature writing, cookery and other voice-led non-fiction

Email a synopsis and either the first three chapters of a novel or a non-fiction proposal to afeiner@unitedagents.co.uk. Let the agent know if another agent has requested your full manuscript or offered representation.

Fiction, non-fiction

Wants: Wide range of genres (per about page). submissions page: fiction requires 1-page synopsis and first 30 pages; non-fiction requires proposal and sample writing up to 15, 000 words. does not represent children's books, poetry, screenplays or academic works.

Represents a wide range of genres including literary thrillers and historical romance. Does not represent children's books, poetry, screenplays, or academic works.

Fiction: 1-page synopsis and first 30 pages. Non-fiction: proposal and sample writing up to 15,000 words

Fiction and non-fiction

Fiction: book club, psychological suspense, crime, speculative, historical, commercial and upmarket women's with unique hook/voice/characters. Non-fiction: history (with platform) and memoir

Email - kate@khla.co.uk

Crime, thriller, horror, romance, contemporary fiction, historical fiction, memoir, narrative non-fiction, cookbooks, food writing, lifestyle, wellbeing, investigative journalism, nature writing

Hannah represents quality commercial and upmarket fiction and non-fiction. In fiction, she is drawn to crime, thriller and horror novels with a confident voice and fresh approach, love stories ranging from smart romcoms to epic weepy narratives, and general contemporary fiction about complicated people and families—often with a mystery at its heart. She also takes on a small amount of historical fiction set in the 19th and 20th centuries. In non-fiction, she seeks lifestyle and wellbeing titles, narrative non-fiction such as memoir, nature writing and investigative journalism, cookbooks and food writing, and thought-provoking non-fiction across the arts and academia. She is not the right agent for sci-fi, fantasy, action, spy or military thrillers, children's and YA novels, scripts or poetry.

Hannah is currently closed to submissions.

Literary fiction, commercial fiction, book club fiction, romance, romantasy, fantasy, gothic fiction, horror, historical fiction, crime, thriller, speculative fiction

Wants: Covering letter, one-page outline, first three chapters, first fifty pages

Actively seeking wide-ranging fiction: excellent writing, compelling plots, diverse/unexpected voices, engrossing reads, especially literary/commercial crossover, romantasy, psychological thrillers/suspense, family dramas, savvy love stories, ambitious crime/thriller, smart historical/speculative/magical realism. Not looking for children's/YA/MG, short story collections, poetry or drama, no straight sci-fi or high fantasy that is not romantasy

Email nelle@rmliterary.co.uk with a one-page outline, the first 3 chapters or 50 pages, and a covering letter.

Fiction, non-fiction

Query Letter, First Ten Pages

Email silbersackqueries@thebentagency.com with a brief description of yourself and your book, including the project title in the subject line. Paste the first ten pages of your manuscript in the body of the email — no attachments. For picture books, include the complete text. If you do not receive a response within one month, treat it as a pass.

Non-fiction

Wants: Specialist non-fiction only (per agency about page)

Specialist non-fiction across a wide range of subjects, with authors including journalists, academics, television presenters, musicians, sports people, chefs and popular culture brands

The agency is not currently accepting unsolicited submissions. For general enquiries email jonathan@jonathan-conway.com

Visit agent's website for details

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Contact form (not for submissions) - https://janejudd.com or contactus.shtml

Literary fiction, non-fiction

Wants: Agency page notes milly is closed to submissions (see about/agent list); represents broad non-fiction and select literary fiction (per external bios)

Broad non-fiction including memoir, creative non-fiction, food, art, comedy, the natural world, psychology, health, and the social and political. In fiction, character-driven literary fiction that is brutally honest, exploring inner lives and social dynamics, with darkness and complexity but not without hope, and writing that is playful and poetic. Does not represent children's, YA, sci-fi, fantasy or crime.

Email - submissions@colwillandpeddle.com

Literary fiction, non-fiction

Science, psychology, cultural history, environmental issues, gripping adventure, speculative fiction, emotionally driven commercial fiction

Refer to United Agents submission guidelines at https://www.unitedagents.co.uk or submission-guidelines

Children's

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Submission form: https://davidhigham.co.uk/submissions/

Literary fiction

Becky Brown is a literary estates and backlist specialist. She heads the RCW Legacy division, focusing on managing literary estates and backlist titles.

Email becky@rcwlitagency.com directly. Include a covering letter about yourself and the book. Fiction: first three chapters or approximately fifty pages to a natural break, plus a brief synopsis. Non-fiction: a proposal of up to twenty pages. Attachments in Word or PDF are acceptable, or paste material into the body of the email. Submit to one agent only.

Literary fiction, upmarket fiction, thrillers, nonfiction, speculative fiction, horror

Gabrielle represents literary and upmarket fiction, particularly with queer themes or from unusual and underrepresented perspectives, as well as select upmarket thrillers and nonfiction. In fiction, she is drawn to bold hooks and flawed characters, atmospheric character-led stories about overlooked aspects of history and culture, literary speculative and high-concept fiction from queer, female, or transnational perspectives, and horror. In thrillers, she seeks atmospheric mysteries involving family secrets, small communities, or epic natural settings. In nonfiction, she is looking to work with experts, academics, journalists, or influencers specializing in dating and relationships, personal finance, career guidance, queer family formation, fashion, cultural history, economics, food, or music. She is not the right agent for crime procedurals, hard sci-fi, fantasy, YA, or children's books.

Gabrielle is closed to new submissions until 20 April 2026.

Literary fiction, voice-driven memoir, narrative non-fiction

Literary fiction, voice-driven memoir, topical narrative non-fiction asking challenging questions. Currently not accepting unsolicited submissions

Email - esheinkman@pfd.co.uk

Fiction and non-fiction

Does not represent children's or YA fiction

Email the first three chapters and a synopsis as Word attachments, with a covering letter in the body of the email, to enquiries@richfordbecklow.co.uk

Commercial fiction

Commercial adult fiction, especially romance, SFF, mystery, seeks strong voice/characterisation and plot, especially keen for fantasy, no children's/MG/YA

Email submissions@janklow.co.uk with the subject line 'Submitting to Hannah Todd'

Literary fiction, reading group fiction, commercial fiction, narrative non-fiction, nature writing, memoir, politics, social issues

Fiction and non-fiction that stimulates debate, comments on the world around us, and evokes an emotional response; especially literary and reading group fiction and stories with commercial cross-over appeal; in non-fiction, most interested in narrative non-fiction, nature writing, memoir, politics, and social issues

For fiction, email a cover letter and the first three chapters to submissions@robertcaskie.com. For non-fiction, email a detailed outline, a sample chapter, and an introductory email to submissions@robertcaskie.com. Do not send children's, crime and thriller, YA, horror, or SF. Responses are only sent to those from whom more material is requested.