United Kingdom Literary Agents

Literary agency (rights in all media)

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Email - info@lorellabelliagency.com

Fiction and narrative non-fiction

Upmarket and literary fiction in English and Spanish, character-driven, heart-wrenching fiction, modern love stories, genre-bending upmarket crime, narrative non-fiction about women's experiences

QueryManager (via site form) - https://www.aevitascreative.com or contact

Fiction and non-fiction

Patrick Walsh is always keen to hear from new authors.

Email or post - submissions@pewliterary.com

Non-fiction (primarily)

Non-fiction (strong list including journalists), off-beat projects with a commercial edge

Email - submissions@mbalit.co.uk (FAO Susan Smith)

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Giulia Bernabè focuses on a prestigious list of classics and a selection of brand and front list authors across fiction and non-fiction. She handles translation rights sales into Germany, Italy, France, Netherlands, Denmark, Finland, Norway, Sweden and Iceland for the lists of Anthony Goff, Caroline Walsh, Jemima Forrester, Stephanie Glencross, Jessica Woollard and all Estates.

Email: giuliabernabe@davidhigham.co.uk

Foreign rights

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Email foreign@unitedagents.co.uk for foreign rights enquiries.

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Emma Lagarde handles children's translation rights in numerous territories including the Arab world, Albania, Brazil, China, Croatia, Estonia, Georgia, Greece, Indonesia, Israel, Latvia, Lithuania, Macedonia, the Netherlands, Portugal, Slovenia, Spain, Spanish Latin America, Taiwan, Ukraine, and Vietnam. She also handles rights for the Roald Dahl Estate in multiple territories.

Email: emmalagarde@davidhigham.co.uk

Children's and ya

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QueryManager or email (agency) - submissions@ashliterary.com

Fiction and non-fiction, children's

Adult: literary fiction, commercial women's, psychological suspense, gothic thrillers, ghost stories, historical including alternate histories, creeping-horror edge (not high fantasy). Children's: 7+/MG/YA, originality/depth, underrepresented voices welcome

Email submissions@nurnberg.co.uk

Fiction, literary fiction, science fiction, fantasy, horror, children's

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Patty Moosbrugger is the US co-agent for Teresa Chris Literary Agency, handling all submissions from writers based in the United States — US-based authors should submit directly...

Cross-media rights, digital publishing, books, games, film rights, copyright consultancy

Projects crossing digital/media boundaries (books, games etc.), rights/contract consultancy

Email - lesleypollinger@paperlionltd.com

History, philosophy, ancient world, fashion, culture, arts, science, technology

Marissa seeks non-fiction authors with expertise in history, philosophy, the ancient world, fashion, culture, arts, and emerging science and technology. She wants authors who can make the hidden structures of the world accessible to readers through stylish and substantive books. She is drawn to works with bold arguments that spark debate and start conversations.

Email a proposal and sample chapter to info@curiousmindsagency.com. The agency recommends consulting their FAQ page for guidance on putting together a proposal.

Emerging talent, women's stories, minority voices, working class stories, film and television

Michelle Gayle is listed by The Blair Partnership as Agent-at-Large. The official agents page says she is passionate about telling stories that depict the struggles of women, minorities, and the working class. The official announcement says she was appointed as an Agent-at-Large to help increase the breadth of the agency's representation and to focus on finding emerging talent.

The official Blair agents roster does not expose a Michelle Gayle-specific public submission email or materials checklist in this run. The stored source previously pointed to Hattie Grunewald, the corrected official source is the Blair agents roster that lists Michelle Gayle as Agent-at-Large.

Narrative non-fiction, american history, social policy, constitutional law, nature writing, biography, journalism

Narrative nonfiction that explores American history, social policy, constitutional law, and the natural world, from distinguished historians, biographers, journalists, legal scholars, and naturalists who bring rigorous research and compelling storytelling to their work

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Non-fiction

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Email submissions@pewliterary.com with your manuscript as a Word or PDF attachment, 1.5 or double-spaced, along with a cover letter about yourself as a writer. Submissions can also be sent by post to: Submissions, PEW Literary, 46 Lexington Street, London W1F 0LP — include an email address for their response but no stamped addressed envelope.

Dramatic rights, film, television, theatre

Marc Simonsson is ICA's Dramatic Rights Agent, representing authors' work across film, television, and theatre. He focuses on connecting authors with the right producers, studios, and creative partners to help their stories reach audiences on screen and stage. He also represents screenwriters and directors while handling dramatic rights for book lists.

Submit via QueryManager at https://www.internationalcreative.agency or submissions. For fiction: include a cover letter (short pitch and author bio), a one-page synopsis, and the first 1200 words or first two chapters (whichever is shortest) as an attachment. For non-fiction: include a proposal of up to 20 pages with an overview or hook, chapter outline, 1–2 sample chapters, and an author bio and platform. Submit to one ICA agent at a time.

Literary fiction, commercial fiction, narrative nonfiction, food writing, memoir, arts and culture, music, journalism

Charlie Brotherstone represents an eclectic range of authors working across both fiction and nonfiction. He is interested in Commercial Fiction and Literary Fiction, as well as nonfiction from academics, journalists, musicians, online creators, and food writers. He has a strong track record with Food and Cookbooks alongside narrative nonfiction and cultural writing.

Submit via the Aevitas Creative Management submissions form at https://www.aevitascreative.com or contact

Fiction, non-fiction, poetry

Fiction: novels, short stories, novellas with heart and intellect, protagonists on the margins, fresh subversions, class conflict, formally challenging work. Non-fiction: oral/narrative histories, contemporary political/philosophical issues, investigative journalism, literary/cultural criticism, biography

Online portal - https://felicitybryan.com or submissions or submit-your-work/

Fiction, non-fiction

Fiction and non-fiction, with a current focus on television drama, across film, TV, radio, and the stage; especially interested in authors who can work across several genres, widening the range of their writing talents

Email submissions@mbalit.co.uk, addressed FAO Diana Tyler. Include a covering letter in the body of the email with first 3 chapters and a synopsis as attachments in Word, PDF, or Final Draft format.

Fiction, children's books, illustration

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Email davinia@andlynliterary.co.uk for all enquiries.

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Email: norah.perkins@curtisbrown.co.uk

Commercial non-fiction

Commercial non-fiction (agency specialises)

Email - enquiries@foxandhoward.co.uk

Fiction and non-fiction, screenwriting, film or tv rights, estates

For screen: high-end/intelligent drama, smart genre, entertaining/comedy drama. Publishing list selective currently

Email submissions@aitkenalexander.co.uk with subject line FAO Lesley Thorne. For fiction, include the first 3 chapters or up to 50 pages and a short synopsis. For narrative non-fiction, include an overview and up to 10,000 words of sample material. For subject-led non-fiction, include a proposal of around 5,000 words and a sample of at least 5,000 words. No postal submissions.

Foreign rights (translation) and building client list

Tristan Kendrick handles translation rights in Brazil, Croatia, Denmark, Finland, France, Iceland, The Netherlands, Hungary, Italy, Norway, Portugal, Spain and Sweden, both directly and with co-agents. He is also currently building his own list of clients.

Email tristan@rcwlitagency.com

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Zara is an Associate Translation Rights Executive. She handles all adult frontlist titles for select agents in Arabic, Albania, Bulgaria, Croatia, Estonia, Georgia, Greece, Indonesia, Israel, Latvia, Lithuania, Macedonia, Slovenia, Ukraine, and Vietnam. She also looks after all adult frontlist titles in Czechia/Slovakia, Turkey, and Russia, and handles Estates in Bulgaria and all co-agented Eastern European markets.

Email: zarapetranova@davidhigham.co.uk

Children's authors and illustrators

Picture books, young fiction (5-8, series/character-led), MG (incl mystery/spooky/diary-format/graphic novel), YA (gritty realism, romance with twist, some spec elements), children's non-fiction

Email (to agent) - https://www.unitedagents.co.uk or etalbotunitedagentscouk

Fiction, non-fiction

Unique stories from all backgrounds/regions (fiction or non-fiction)

Email - Isobel@rcwlitagency.com

Pop culture, narrative non-fiction, serious non-fiction, food writing, nature, outdoors, sport, commercial non-fiction, fiction

Pop culture, narrative and serious non-fiction, food writing, nature/outdoors, sport, commercial non-fiction, fiction of all forms

Submit via the PFD books submissions page at https://petersfraserdunlop.com or submissions or books/

Fiction, non-fiction, illustration, children's, adult

Sallyanne Sweeney represents fiction, non-fiction, and illustration across children's and adult publishing. She is always drawn to projects that combine creative ambition with broad readership appeal, with taste ranging from the literary to the commercial. She focuses on distinctive voices, strong storytelling, and fresh perspectives, and has a particular gift for guiding debut writers into long-term careers while supporting established voices to reach new audiences.

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Children's literature, middle grade, chapter books, young adult, picture books

Penny Moore represents children's literature, mainly middle grade, chapter books, young adult, and select picture books. Though she is interested in all genres, she is specifically seeking inventive works featuring breakout voices and compelling plot lines that will make young readers feel seen and heard for the first time.

Penny only accepts submissions via Query Manager. Submit through her Query Manager page at https:// queryManager.com or LiteraryPenny.

Translation and german rights (agent)

Voice-driven German fiction for adult and younger readers

Email submissions@nurnberg.co.uk with 'FAO Sabine Pfannenstiel' in the subject line. Include a cover letter in the body of the email, a one-page synopsis, and the first three chapters or 50 pages (or a non-fiction proposal).

Middle grade, ya, science fiction, fantasy, horror, romance

Sci-fi, fantasy, horror and romance from MG through YA/crossover to adult, with quality writing, compelling characters and hooky plots

Email - mjamieson@unitedagents.co.uk

Fiction and non-fiction

Virtually everything, from feminist thrillers and memoirs to ghost stories and reading group fiction. The writing must deliver on every page with smart language, clever ideas, and a unique voice, as concept alone is no longer enough. Polished manuscripts and strong pitches are essential.

Email the first three chapters or 10,000 words and short synopsis for fiction or proposal for non-fiction to summerhayesofficesubmissions@curtisbrown.co.uk.

Nonfiction, business, personal development, self-help, pop culture, science, technology, history, parenting

Donya focuses primarily on nonfiction in the categories of business, personal development, self-help, pop culture, science, technology, history, and parenting. She is looking for breakthrough thinking, experts with a fresh voice, and new approaches to solving the problems people face daily. She is especially drawn to books that help others be their best self and succeed in both their professional and personal lives.

Donya only accepts queries through Query Manager at https:// queryManager.com or 3213.

Commercial fiction and non-fiction, narrative podcast pitches

Strong hook, brilliant pacing, big-picture career thinkers. Not open to children's books, sci-fi/fantasy or YA

Email - https://www.marjacq.com or submissions.html