Literary agents based in the United Kingdom. Browse verified listings with submission guidelines, open status, and direct links to agency websites.
524 agents · 302 currently open to submissions
Fiction
Upmarket genre (especially thrillers), reading group and accessible literary fiction, powerful page-turners, unique voices
Email submissions@nurnberg.co.uk with the agent's name in the subject line
Curtis Brown
Fiction and non-fiction
Story-driven fiction: historical fiction, suspense and crime, contemporary women's fiction, genre and book club fiction. Big-hearted love stories, unputdownable suspense, crime series with returning characters, and immersive historical fiction. Non-fiction: experts in their field, commentators, creators with platforms, and memoir.
Viola Hayden is currently closed to new submissions as of January 2026 and will reopen in January 2027. When open, submissions should be emailed to viola.hayden@curtisbrown.co.uk. Include your query letter in the body of the email, a synopsis or proposal as an attached Word document, and your first 10,000 words as an attached Word document.
Literary fiction and narrative non-fiction
Literary fiction and narrative non-fiction with international potential and narrative drive, race/sexuality/identity, immigrant perspectives, strong essay writing/memoir. Not children's/YA/genre fiction
Submissions in any language with extensive synopsis and author bio in English
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Alice Howe is Head of the Translation Department at David Higham Associates and handles rights for Germany. She is currently on maternity leave; all queries should be directed to Rhian Kane.
Email: alicehowe@davidhigham.co.uk
Literary fiction, crime, women's fiction, narrative non-fiction, children's, picture books, ya
Fiction: literary fiction, crime, women's fiction. Non-fiction: narrative. Children's: picture books to YA
Email submissions to submissions@jennybrownassociates.com for adult work (or directly to jenny@jennybrownassociates.com or lisa@jennybrownassociates.com), or to childrens@jennybrownassociates.com for children's submissions. Write a covering letter in the body of the email. Fiction: attach first three chapters (around 50 pages) and a synopsis in a single document. Non-fiction: attach a proposal and a couple of sample chapters. Picture books: send three complete stories. Illustrators: send samples and a link to your website. Attach text as .doc, .docx, or .pdf, illustrations as .jpeg, .gif, or .pdf. Number your pages.
Ki Agency
Genre fiction, scripts
Wants: Meg is currently closed to queries (per ki agency submission guidelines)
Scripts in all genres, and books in some genres, especially genre fiction. Not a good fit for fiction that might be considered literary or quiet in tone, or narrated by an animal.
Meg is currently closed to unsolicited queries. When open, contact via meg@ki-agency.co.uk. Submit to one agent only, the agency will refer manuscripts internally if more suitable for a colleague.
Fiction, nonfiction, humanities, science
Wants: Closed to new submissions
Jack Ramm is an agent at Aevitas Creative Management UK representing fiction and nonfiction. He loves big ideas in the humanities and sciences, books by people whose expertise lays a claim on readers' attention, and novelists who balance style with story.
Jack Ramm is currently closed to new submissions. Aevitas states that agents absent from its official submissions drop-down are closed, and Jack is not currently listed. Do not submit by mail, telephone, or simultaneously to multiple Aevitas agents.
Commercial fiction, romance, rom-com, historical fiction, book club fiction, romantic fantasy
Commercial fiction across a wide range of genres, including rom-com, love stories, historical fiction, book club, romantic fantasy, and female-driven narratives with a darker edge. Looking for clear hooks, stand-out memorable characters, and stories readers invest in.
Online form - https://airtable.com or embed or appsPGIWpsujYaPta or pagyOsqhGT1gQbS14 or form
Fiction, non-fiction, poetry
Fiction: love/loyalty/relationships, family drama/secrets, moral dilemmas, thrillers including legal, dystopian/speculative with mainstream crossover appeal. Non-fiction: original thinkers, personal growth, philosophy/insight
Email submissions@janklow.co.uk with your name, the title of your work, and the name of the agent in the subject line. Include a covering letter in the body of the email. For fiction, attach a synopsis and first three chapters or first 50 pages. For non-fiction, attach a full chapter outline and a sample chapter if possible. For poetry, attach a short pitch and 3-5 sample poems. Attachments should be in Word or PDF format.
Fiction (literary to commercial), non-fiction
Varied list, bio notes temporarily closed to submissions due to limited capacity
Email bluntoffice@curtisbrown.co.uk with a cover letter, one-page synopsis (approx. 500 words), and up to 10,000 words of your manuscript. For non-fiction, send 2–3 sample chapters or 10,000 words, a chapter breakdown, and an overview explaining your book's relevance.
Fiction, crime, thriller, narrative nonfiction, estates
Cara Jones is an agent at RCW Literary Agency. She handles most of the estates at RCW and is looking for exciting new voices in fiction, particularly crime and thrillers, and thought-provoking narrative nonfiction.
Cara Jones is currently closed to submissions according to her official RCW profile. Please check the official profile for updates before querying.
Children's fiction
Children's fiction from early readers through to YA (agency remit)
The agency is not currently taking new clients.
The Bent Agency
Adult fiction, children's fiction, mg, ya
Children's: MG and YA fiction (all genres), esp YA fantasy with unusual settings/magic systems, YA spec fic/horror/thrillers. Adult: commercial fantasy and sci-fi, horror (social conscience), high-concept/general fiction with speculative/gothic edge, murder mysteries
Email - plantqueries@thebentagency.com
Commercial or crossover fiction, memoir
Distinctive storytelling with emotional heart, predominantly commercial/crossover fiction and memoir. Does not represent sci-fi/fantasy/horror/true crime. Currently closed for submissions
Email lisa@jennybrownassociates.com directly. Currently closed for submissions.
Historical fiction, crime, thrillers, book club fiction, science fiction, fantasy, children's
Historical fiction, crime/thrillers, book club, science fiction and fantasy (actively building list)
Email julieacrisp@gmail.com. The contact page also hosts a form and notes responses within one week.
Fiction and non-fiction
Fiction and non-fiction for adults and young adults
Email - rw@rwla.com
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Email - annette@annettegreenagency.co.uk
Children's books
Children's fiction and illustration: voice/style-first, strong hooks, diverse/own voices welcomed
Email a short cover letter, a one- or two-sentence pitch including the hook and intended readership, and a writing sample pasted into the body of the email (a full picture book text or a couple of chapters of a novel) to submissions@thecatchpoleagency.co.uk. Illustrators should also include a link to their online portfolio. Do not submit by post. If own voices or diverse applies, include #ownvoices or #diverse in the subject line.
Literary fiction
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Email: anna@abnerstein.co.uk
Thrillers, espionage, book club fiction, romance, gothic fiction, horror, dark humor, politics, smart thinking, big ideas
Thwaites seeks commercial upmarket writing that is powerful and cinematic yet feels different and fresh. She wants stories unlike anything encountered before with gripping plots and strong voices across all genres. She particularly values effortlessly quick-witted and funny writing with memorable characters, and is currently interested in compelling stories with Jewish themes and politics of the US and Middle East.
Email: info@curtisbrown.co.uk
Literary fiction, non-fiction
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Email submissions to the agency. Include a covering letter in the body of the email and attach sample pages as a Word or PDF document. For fiction, include a synopsis and the first three chapters (or approximately 50 pages). For non-fiction, include a detailed outline and at least one sample chapter. Submit to one agent only.
Memoir, biography, health and wellness, spirituality, non-fiction, arts and entertainment
Karen Brailsford represents non-fiction and is especially interested in arts and entertainment, memoir, biography, health and wellness, spirituality, and works of non-fiction that inspire and shine a light on contemporary conditions.
Online submission form
Fiction and non-fiction
Eclectic list across adult and children's/YA, drawn to strong voices, compelling concepts, and humour
Email Isobel@rcwlitagency.com with a one-page synopsis, brief bio, and first three chapters.
Non-fiction, fiction
Non-fiction writers including journalists, politicians and historians, also a growing number of prize-winning novelists
Submit via the RCW submissions page at https://rcwlitagency.com or submissions/. Include a cover letter and the first 3 chapters or up to 50 pages plus a brief synopsis for fiction, or a proposal of up to 20 pages for non-fiction. Submit to one agent or assistant only.
Fiction, non-fiction, poetry
SFF and YA with diverse casts and fun/unique concepts, hopeful and engaging non-fiction
Email submissions@janklow.co.uk with your name, the title of your work, and the agent's name in the subject line. Include a covering letter in the body of the email. For fiction, attach a synopsis and either the first three chapters or the first fifty pages. For non-fiction, attach a full chapter-by-chapter outline and, if possible, a sample chapter. For poetry, attach a short pitch and a sample of 3–5 poems. All documents should be double-spaced, size 12, in a reasonable font. Attach files directly (Word preferred, PDFs accepted), do not include external links.
Fiction and non-fiction, children's books
Currently (Jan 2026) only open to: non-fiction (adult or children) from experts, and non-rhyming picture books (especially author-illustrators)
Email charlotte@greyhoundliterary.co.uk with a cover letter and pitch in the body of the email. For fiction, attach the first three chapters and a synopsis. For non-fiction, attach a proposal and sample writing. For children's picture books, attach the full manuscript and sample illustrations if you are also the illustrator.
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Non-fiction, history, biography, social science, mental health, spirituality, music, sport
Keshava Guha is building an international list, primarily non-fiction but with select fiction projects. His tastes in non-fiction are eclectic, with interests including history, biography, social science, mental health, spirituality, music, and sport. He is particularly interested in projects with global or transnational themes.
Submit to Keshava via QueryManager at https://querytracker.net or query or 3858. Please note that he is not open to fiction submissions at this time.
Fiction and non-fiction (agent), currently accepting non-fiction only
Non-fiction
Email amerullo@pfd.co.uk with a cover letter, full synopsis, and first 3 chapters or approximately 50 pages for fiction, or a detailed proposal for non-fiction. Submit to one agent only.
Nonfiction, american history, natural science, music history, film history, sports, sports culture
Jack Haug works with journalists, academics, and nonfiction storytellers across a range of genres. He is particularly looking to represent works that explore American history, natural science, music and film history, and sports and sports culture.
Online submission form
Crime, thrillers
Crime and thrillers, dogged detective or unusual sleuth, unusual family dynamics, toxic friendships, secrets
Submit via QueryManager at https://querymanager.com or query or Francesca
Fiction
Wide-ranging genres, interested in stories with complex/dynamic characters and multiple perspectives
QueryManager - http:// queryManager.com or Saskia
Narrative nonfiction, political journalism, science, business, activism, cookbooks, memoir, history
Bridget Wagner Matzie represents a dynamic list of journalists, scientists, doctors, business leaders, activists, and expert writers who inspire, challenge and expand our understanding of the world. She is most interested in strong original ideas, new and international voices, big-think topics, and books that challenge readers and create discussion.
Online submission form
Fiction and non-fiction (novelists, memoirists, journalists, public figures)
Wants: First 10000 words, synopsis, biographical note
A wide range of writers, including novelists, memoirists, journalists, thought leaders, business people, actors, musicians, and screenwriters. Particular hunger for discovering exciting debut novels. Drawn to writers who demonstrate utter conviction that they have something to say and the inner reserves to sustain a career.
Send the first 10,000 words of your manuscript, a synopsis, and a biographical note to gellerofficesubmissions@curtisbrown.co.uk.
Fiction and non-fiction
Upmarket and accessible literary/commercial 'sweet spot', thrillers/suspense, book club fiction, epic multi-generational family drama, powerful love story with mystery
Online form - https://www.madeleinemilburn.co.uk or submissions/
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Anna Watkins handles translation rights for the lists of Nicola Chang, Elise Dillsworth, David Evans, Andrew Gordon and Jessica Woollard. She works directly in Germany, Italy, France, Netherlands, Brazil, Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, Portugal, Spain and Sweden. Anna also handles rights for the Roald Dahl Estate in Portugal, Brazil, Netherlands, Germany, Spain and Scandinavia.
Email: annawatkins@davidhigham.co.uk
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