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Children's Literary Agents

Literary agents who represent children's. Browse verified listings with submission guidelines, open status, and direct links to agency websites.

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Veronique Baxter

David Higham Associates

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Fiction, children's, non-fictionWants: Literary and genre fiction (incl historical, horror, speculative); multi-generational; high-concept book club; domestic dramas; crime/thrillers with a twist; non-fiction incl history/true crime/current affairs/travel/food/psychology/feminism/memoir; children's high-concept with humour/heart
Looking for
Literary and genre fiction (incl historical, horror, speculative), multi-generational, high-concept book club, domestic dramas, crime/thrillers with a twist, non-fiction including history/true crime/current affairs/travel/food/psychology/feminism/memoir, children's high-concept with humour/heart
How to submit
Email veroniquemanuscripts@davidhigham.co.uk with a covering letter, a 1-2 page synopsis, and the first 3 chapters.
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Guy Rose

Futerman Rose & Associates (FRA)

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Non-fiction, film and tv scriptsWants: Non-fiction on many subjects (site highlights sport; show business; music industry; politics). not prose fiction/poetry/children's (unless existing clients).
Looking for
Non-fiction on practically any subject, with particular interest in politics, sport, show business and the music industry, but not educational textbooks. Film and TV scripts on any subject may be submitted to film and TV associate Seb Flatau
How to submit
Email a book proposal to guy@futermanrose.co.uk including a chapter breakdown, two or three sample chapters, and relevant biographical detail. Double-space the manuscript and use a standard font such as Times New Roman or Courier New. Acceptable file formats are .doc, .docx, .odt, .rtf, .txt and .pdf.
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Sam Copeland

RCW Literary Agency

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Literary fiction, commercial fiction, crime, thrillers, historical fiction, children's, young adult, non-fiction
Looking for
Literary and commercial fiction, crime, thrillers, and historical fiction. Particularly excited by debut authors and actively welcomes submissions of the highest standard. Not currently considering science fiction and fantasy.
How to submit
Submit by email to sam@rcwlitagency.com. Due to the volume of submissions received, you should assume no response within eight weeks indicates a rejection.
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Rachel Petty

The Blair Partnership

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Children's fiction and non-fiction (to ya or crossover)Wants: Ambitious storytelling; bold structure/voice; fresh takes on genre; author/illustrators; underrepresented/marginalised voices; high-concept contemporary YA romance; horror/thrillers; hooky YA fantasy/speculative; hilarious MG; screen potential
Looking for
Ambitious storytelling, bold structure/voice, fresh takes on genre, author/illustrators, underrepresented/marginalised voices, high-concept contemporary YA romance, horror/thrillers, hooky YA fantasy/speculative, hilarious MG, screen potential
How to submit
Email - rachelsubmissions@theblairpartnership.com
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Hannah Schofield

LBA Books

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Fiction and select non-fictionWants: Commercial and book-club fiction; selective romance; thrillers/mystery; different-feeling historical fiction; selective YA; selective non-fiction (popular history/untaught areas; cultural deep-dives; narrative nf). not children's; not sci-fi; not grisly horror.
Looking for
Commercial and book-club fiction, selective romance, thrillers/mystery, different-feeling historical fiction, selective YA, selective non-fiction (popular history/untaught areas, cultural deep-dives, narrative non-fiction). Not children's, not sci-fi, not grisly horror
How to submit
Submit via the online form on Hannah Schofield's agent page at https://lbabooks.com or agents or hannah-schofield
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Susan Yearwood

Susan Yearwood Agency

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Commercial fiction, romance, saga, crime, thriller, book club fiction, children's fiction, ya, non-fiction, business, finance, self-help, wellbeing, lifestyle, cookeryWants: Commercial fiction (romance/saga; crime/thriller; book club); children's novels 9+ to YA; non-fiction incl. business/finance, self-help/wellbeing, lifestyle/cookery. not sci-fi, short stories, or poetry.
Looking for
Commercial fiction (romance/saga, crime/thriller, book club), children's novels 9+ to YA, non-fiction including business/finance, self-help/wellbeing, lifestyle/cookery. Not sci-fi, short stories, or poetry
How to submit
Email submissions@susanyearwoodagency.com with your name and title or genre in the subject line (e.g. Joe Bloggs, The Title, Book Club fiction). Attach the first 30 pages and a separately titled synopsis or outline. Include a cover email with a pitch sentence, a brief description of the submission, comparative authors published in the last three years, your writing background, and a paragraph on why you wrote the book. Attachments should be Word or PDF, 1.5 or double-spaced, with page numbers. Let the agent know if you are also submitting to other agents.
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Isobel Boston

David Higham Associates

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Picture books, novelty, pre-school, middle grade, narrative non-fiction, general non-fiction, gift, comics, graphic novels, activity books
Looking for
Exceptional children's book creators, with a particular interest in inventive approaches to familiar themes, passion projects from diverse and exceptional new talents, and innovative formats that push the boundaries of children's publishing. Books that spark curiosity and wonder, especially visually extraordinary objects that reward repeated reading.
How to submit
Review David Higham's submission guidelines before submitting. Send your work by email to isobelsubmissions@davidhigham.co.uk. If you do not receive a response within twelve weeks, the agent will not be pursuing your work.
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Oscar Janson-Smith

Oscar Janson-Smith Ltd

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Fiction, non-fiction, cookery, children'sWants: Open to prospective new clients across fiction, non-fiction, cookery and children's; represents journalists, broadcasters, activists, artists, sportspeople, entrepreneurs and content creators
Looking for
Open to fiction, non-fiction, cookery and children's. Works with journalists, broadcasters, activists, artists, sportspeople, entrepreneurs and content creators.
How to submit
Email submissions, rights enquiries, and author queries to oscar@oscarjansonsmith.com.
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Sarah Such

Sarah Such Literary Agency

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Literary fiction, commercial fiction, literary non-fiction, commercial non-fiction, ya, children's books, biography, memoir, history, popular culture, humourWants: Quality women's fiction (incl romantasy and love stories); smart contemporary thrillers with a difference; 'great northern' novel set in north east or midlands; also biography/memoir/history/pop culture/humour
Looking for
Quality women's fiction including romantasy and love stories, smart contemporary thrillers with a difference, a great northern novel set in the north east or midlands, biography, memoir, history, popular culture, humour
How to submit
Email synopsis and three sample chapters as a Word attachment, plus author biography, to info@sarah-such.com. No unsolicited manuscripts or telephone enquiries.
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Elena Berry

D H H Literary Agency

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FictionWants: Character-driven speculative fiction; female-led literary and crossover; book club fiction; contemporary rom-coms; sweeping love stories (historical/contemporary); crime and psychological thrillers; female-led fantasy; romantasy; retellings. not: children/YA; police procedurals; cosy crime; epic sci-fi; poetry; plays; screenplays; any non-fiction
Looking for
Character-driven speculative fiction, female-led literary and crossover, book club fiction, contemporary rom-coms, sweeping love stories (historical/contemporary), crime and psychological thrillers, female-led fantasy, romantasy, retellings. Not: children/YA, police procedurals, cosy crime, epic sci-fi, poetry, plays, screenplays, any non-fiction
How to submit
Elena is currently open for submissions. Send your cover letter, one-page synopsis, and first three chapters as attachments, not in the body of the email. Submit to submission@dhhliteraryagency.com. Only submit to one agent at DHH Literary Agency
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Marianne Gunn O Connor

Marianne Gunn O Connor Literary Film & TV Agency

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Fiction, non-fictionWants: All genres with 'wow' factor; voice-driven/emotional; currently seeking an exquisitely written love story; not accepting children's/YA at present
Looking for
All genres with 'wow' factor, voice-driven/emotional, currently seeking an exquisitely written love story, not accepting children's/YA at present
How to submit
Email submissions@mariannegunnoconnor.com with your name and book title in the subject line. For fiction, include a brief bio, three chapters or fifty pages if chapters are short, a synopsis, and a one-line summary. For non-fiction, send a full proposal and a sample chapter. Simultaneous submissions are acceptable but notify the agency if you receive interest elsewhere.
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Natalie Jerome

Originate Literary Agency

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Fiction, non-fiction, ya, children'sWants: Big, expansive, emotionally powerful 'game-changing' stories; commercial fiction and non-fiction and children's titles (priority focus on under-represented groups and lower socio-economic backgrounds); stories with cross-media potential
Looking for
Big, expansive, emotionally powerful 'game-changing' stories, commercial fiction and non-fiction and children's titles (priority focus on under-represented groups and lower socio-economic backgrounds), stories with cross-media potential
How to submit
Email a covering letter, synopsis, and first three chapters to originatesubmissions@originateliterary.co.uk. For illustrated fiction or non-fiction, include sample spreads instead of chapters. A completed manuscript is not required for fiction queries.
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Eve White

Eve White Literary Agency

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Fiction, non-fiction, children'sWants: Agency open to fiction, non-fiction and children's (excludes children's picture books and ghostwritten non-fiction).
Looking for
Fiction, non-fiction and children's (excluding picture books and ghostwritten non-fiction)
How to submit
For fiction: email a covering letter with word count and one Word attachment containing your first three chapters (double line spaced) and a one-page synopsis to fiction@evewhite.co.uk. For non-fiction: email a covering letter with word count, a full book proposal with sample writing, and your CV to nonfiction@evewhite.co.uk. For children's fiction or non-fiction: follow the same format as adult fiction or non-fiction respectively and send to childrens@evewhite.co.uk.
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Annakarin Klerfalk

Intersaga Literary Agency

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Adult and children's, picture books, illustratorsWants: Adult and children's chapter books (synopsis and first chapter; if <3 chapters send whole ms); picture books (text only); illustrators (samples).
Looking for
Adult and children's chapter books, picture books (text only), illustration
How to submit
Chapter books: synopsis and first chapter (if under 3 chapters, send whole manuscript). Picture books: text only. Illustrators: samples
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David H Headley

D H H Literary Agency

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FictionWants: Character-driven debuts; sweeping stories with big universal themes; high concepts; thought-provoking; uplifting; original narrative voices; emotional journeys. not: sci-fi; fantasy; children/YA; poetry; plays; screenplays; short stories/novellas; any non-fiction
Looking for
Character-driven debuts, sweeping stories with big universal themes, high concepts, thought-provoking, uplifting, original narrative voices, emotional journeys. Not: sci-fi, fantasy, children/YA, poetry, plays, screenplays, short stories/novellas, any non-fiction
How to submit
Read each agent's profile and only submit to one agent from DHH. Follow the individual agent's submission guidelines. Do not submit via phone or the general enquiries email.
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Bryony Woods

Bryony Woods Literary Agency

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Children's fiction, ya, adult fiction, non-fictionWants: Eclectic; currently: upmarket contemporary; friendships; thoughtful sf/fantasy; sweeping love stories; darkly magical; humorous; memoir/essays (occasional). avoids gritty/harrowing crime; no picture books or poetry.
Looking for
Eclectic, currently: upmarket contemporary, friendships, thoughtful sci-fi/fantasy, sweeping love stories, darkly magical, humorous, memoir/essays (occasional). Avoids gritty/harrowing crime, no picture books or poetry
How to submit
Email the first three chapters, a 1-2 page synopsis including the full plot outline and ending, and a covering letter (Word format preferred) to submissions.bryony@bryonywoods.co.uk. The covering letter should describe the book, include a short author biography, and note any previous writing experience.
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Christine Green

Christine Green Authors' Agent

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Fiction and narrative non-fictionWants: Fiction (adult and YA), literary and commercial; narrative non-fiction. seeking strong voices and stories with narrative drive. not: children's, genre sf/fantasy, poetry, scripts.
Looking for
Fiction (adult and YA), literary and commercial, narrative non-fiction; strong voices and stories with narrative drive. Not: children's, genre sci-fi/fantasy, poetry, scripts
How to submit
Email a short covering letter, a one or two page synopsis, and the first three chapters of your completed manuscript to info@christinegreen.co.uk. Exclusive submissions preferred, if submitting to multiple agents and you receive an offer before hearing back, notify them promptly.
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Catherine Pellegrino

Marjacq

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Children's fiction, middle grade, ya, adult fictionWants: Children: singular/underrepresented voices; powerful ideas. adult: commercial women's fiction, uplit, sagas, romance (contemporary, romcom, historical).
Looking for
Children: singular/underrepresented voices, powerful ideas. Adult: commercial women's fiction, uplit, sagas, romance (contemporary, romcom, historical)
How to submit
Email catherine@marjacq.com with a covering letter in the body of the email, the first fifty pages of the manuscript and a synopsis (for fiction) attached as Word or PDF documents, with total file size not exceeding 2MB.
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Alice Sutherland-Hawes

ASH Literary

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Picture books, middle grade, ya, adult romance, adult romantasy, adult fantasyWants: Extraordinary, diverse stories; strong preference for underrepresented voices; see on-site wishlist for specifics (MG/YA; adult romance/romantasy/fantasy etc.)
Looking for
Extraordinary, diverse stories, strong preference for underrepresented voices, see on-site wishlist for specifics (MG/YA, adult romance/romantasy/fantasy etc.)
How to submit
Submit via QueryManager at http://querymanager.com or aliceashliterary, or by email to submissions@ashliterary.com. Do not submit via both routes simultaneously.
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Gyamfia Osei

Andrew Nurnberg Associates

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Children's (mg or ya or crossover), adult commercial fiction, narrative non-fictionWants: Genre fiction and crossover children's; boy-led MG; teen fiction; graphic novel/illustrated MG or younger YA; quirky fantasy; dark/off-beat romantic comedy; domestic noir; cultural history/narrative non-fiction with strong voice.
Looking for
Genre fiction and crossover children's, boy-led MG, teen fiction, graphic novel/illustrated MG or younger YA, quirky fantasy, dark/off-beat romantic comedy, domestic noir, cultural history/narrative non-fiction with strong voice
How to submit
Email submissions@nurnberg.co.uk with a cover letter in the body of the email, a one-page synopsis and first three chapters or up to 50 pages as attachments. Mark the subject line FAO Gyamfia Osei. For non-fiction, send an overview, chapter outlines, and three sample chapters.
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Silvia Molteni

Peters Fraser and Dunlop (PFD)

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Children's and ya (and some adult)Wants: Middle grade and YA fiction across genres (pref voice/character-driven; contemporary/realistic settings; magical realism; original psychological thrillers; atmospheric horror; light fantasy). also open to original children/YA non-fiction; selectively adult literary projects
Looking for
Middle grade and YA fiction across genres (pref voice/character-driven, contemporary/realistic settings, magical realism, original psychological thrillers, atmospheric horror, light fantasy). Also open to original children/YA non-fiction, selectively adult literary projects
How to submit
Submit by email via the PFD books submission page at https://petersfraserdunlop.com or submissions or books/, including a cover letter, synopsis, and the first three chapters or approximately 50 pages for fiction, or a detailed proposal for non-fiction.
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Alice Caprio

Peters Fraser + Dunlop (PFD)

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Middle grade, ya, sff, children'sWants: Per fba new voices bio: YA and commercial adult fiction; romance and fantasy for all ages; smart/engaging/bold with international appeal. note: agency submissions page currently not accepting fantasy/romantasy/SFF or children's/YA.
Looking for
Actively building a list spanning middle grade, YA and crossover fiction across all genres, and selective adult fiction in the SFF space. Drawn to immersive world-building, complex characters, twisty plots, and stories exploring identity, belonging and transformation.
How to submit
Submit via the PFD submissions page. Include a covering letter, one-page synopsis, and first three chapters or approximately 10,000 words.
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Jennifer Weltz

Jean V. Naggar Literary Agency

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Adult fiction, non-fiction, ya, middle grade, children's
Looking for
Jennifer Weltz has sold books domestically, internationally, and for film for over three decades. She takes on an author's career rather than just a single project, serving as business manager, confidant, task master, preliminary editor, and matchmaker. She is very careful and selective about signing on new authors.
How to submit
Jennifer Weltz is at the Jean V.
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Emily MacDonald

42 Management & Production

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Book club, crime or thriller, upmarket, literary fiction, narrative non-fictionWants: Characters that linger; strong setting; book club, high-concept crime/thriller, upmarket/literary; narrative nf with investigative/social commentary. not children/YA; not SFF.
Looking for
Characters that linger, strong setting, book club, high-concept crime/thriller, upmarket/literary, narrative non-fiction with investigative/social commentary. Not children/YA, not SFF
How to submit
Email - booksubmissions@42mp.com
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Ed Wilson

Johnson & Alcock

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Fiction and non-fiction, estatesWants: Fiction: originality/style; literary to commercial; imaginative setting; strong voice; compelling premise; active SFF list; high concept; intelligent crime/thrillers; genre-transcending. not taking new YA/children's; no plays/film scripts. non-fiction: politics; narrative history; sport; natural history; quirky memoir; popular culture; inventive angles.
Looking for
Fiction: originality/style, literary to commercial, imaginative setting, strong voice, compelling premise, active SFF list, high concept, intelligent crime/thrillers, genre-transcending. Not taking new YA/children's, no plays/film scripts. Non-fiction: politics, narrative history, sport, natural history, quirky memoir, popular culture, inventive angles
How to submit
Email - ed@johnsonandalcock.co.uk
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Lauren Gardner

Bell Lomax Moreton

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Children's and ya fiction, na or crossover, commercial women's fiction, narrative non-fictionWants: Mg: voice-driven with heart/humour; contemporary or MG fantasy series. YA: friendships/firsts/feels; high-concept/speculative romance or thriller. na and commercial women's: romance-forward with unusual circumstances; romcom (college/university); darkly comic new-parenthood; also speculative/historical romance. romantasy: romance-forward, grounded magic, morally grey. non-fiction: extraordinary challenges/adventures; experts in stem/history/pop culture/mental health. not sci-fi, crime fiction, picture books.
Looking for
MG: voice-driven with heart/humour, contemporary or MG fantasy series. YA: friendships/firsts/feels, high-concept/speculative romance or thriller. NA and commercial women's: romance-forward with unusual circumstances, romcom (college/university), darkly comic new-parenthood, also speculative/historical romance. Romantasy: romance-forward, grounded magic, morally grey. Non-fiction: extraordinary challenges/adventures, experts in STEM/history/pop culture/mental health. Not sci-fi, crime fiction, picture books
How to submit
Email submission@bell-lomax.co.uk with a covering letter in the email body, a short synopsis (including full plot details), and the first three chapters (no more than 50 pages, double spaced) as a Word document or PDF. Do not address the submission to more than one agent.
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Lydia Silver

The Soho Agency

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Children's fiction, ya, graphic novels, illustrated fictionWants: Bold, commercial, zeitgeisty children's/YA; prioritises under-represented voices; not currently taking on new picture book clients
Looking for
Bold, commercial, zeitgeisty children's/YA, prioritises under-represented voices, not currently taking on new picture book clients
How to submit
Email sohoagencychildrenssubmissions@gmail.com with first 3 chapters or first 30 pages, a synopsis, and a covering letter, addressed FAO Lydia Silver.
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Dorie Simmonds

Dorie Simmonds Agency

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Commercial fiction, general nonfiction, children's booksWants: Fiction plus": compelling stories with market potential that teach/illuminate (culture/history/etc.); diverse voices; global connections.
Looking for
Compelling stories with market potential that teach or illuminate (culture, history, etc.), diverse voices, and global connections
How to submit
Email the first chapter or first twenty pages (whichever is less), a full synopsis, a covering letter, and a brief CV to info@doriesimmonds.com. For non-fiction, send a detailed proposal in place of the sample pages. Do not send a full manuscript unless requested. Note whether the submission is under consideration by other agents or publishers.
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Robyn Newton

The Bright Agency

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Children's authors, children's illustratorsWants: Submission form (authors): picture books-full text; fiction/non-fiction-synopsis and first 3 chapters; graphic novels-synopsis and full script; illustrators-PDF portfolio (10+ samples)
Looking for
Picture books, fiction, non-fiction, graphic novels, illustration
How to submit
Picture books: full text. Fiction or non-fiction: synopsis and first 3 chapters. Graphic novels: synopsis and full script. Illustrators: PDF portfolio (10 and samples). Via submission form
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Isabel Atherton

Creative Authors

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Fashion, biography, autobiography, crafts, health, cookery, children's picture books, history, natural history, popular culture, true crime, select fiction, illustratorsWants: Currently considering well-crafted non-fiction and illustrated books; not currently looking for new fiction clients (per join US page)
Looking for
Currently considering well-crafted non-fiction and illustrated books, not currently looking for new fiction clients
How to submit
Online form - https://www.creativeauthors.co.uk or join-us/
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Philippa Sitters

Philippa Sitters Associates (PSA Ltd)

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Literary fiction, commercial fiction, illustrated non-fiction, serious non-fictionWants: Literary-commercial fiction; illustrated to serious non-fiction (excludes business/self-help/parenting); only represents children's books/poetry if already represents the author
Looking for
Novels across the literary-commercial scale and non-fiction from highly illustrated to serious non-fiction, with diversity within the list as an ever-present priority. Does not represent scriptwriting, high fantasy, or, in non-fiction, business, self-help or parenting books. Represents poetry and children's books (including MG and YA) only where she already represents the author.
How to submit
Email submissions@philippasitters.co.uk with a cover letter in the email body. For fiction, attach the first 30 pages (double spaced) and a 1-2 page synopsis (single spaced) as Word documents or PDFs. For non-fiction, attach a proposal with a detailed chapter outline and up to three sample chapters (double spaced), information on target market and comparable titles is helpful but not required.
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Claire Cartey

Holroyde Cartey

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Children's fiction, children's non-fiction, picture books, illustrationWants: Looking for author/illustrator proposals for picture books, young fiction and non-fiction; illustration with creative brand-building potential beyond publishing.
Looking for
Author/illustrator proposals for picture books, young fiction and non-fiction, illustration with creative brand-building potential beyond publishing
How to submit
Email claire@holroydecartey.com with a cover letter. Authors: attach synopsis and full manuscript as separate Word files named with title and author name. Picture book authors: up to three finished texts. Non-fiction authors: CV, three-page proposal, and market analysis. Illustrators: portfolio of around a dozen images as JPEG or PDF up to 5MB. Do not submit to both agents.
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Julian Friedmann

Blake Friedmann Literary Agency

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Fiction and non-fiction (also scripts)Wants: Action thrillers, crime, espionage, political thrillers; eclectic but list described as pretty full; not children's/YA/poetry; not fantasy/sf/dystopian; prefers UK-based writers/stories
Looking for
Action thrillers, crime, espionage, political thrillers, eclectic but list described as pretty full, not children's/YA/poetry, not fantasy/SF/dystopian, prefers UK-based writers/stories
How to submit
Email julian@blakefriedmann.co.uk with an introductory cover letter in the body of the email, and attach a synopsis (250-300 words, including the ending) and the first three chapters or first 10,000 words as Word documents (.doc or .docx). Include the book title and your name in the subject line. Name each attachment with the book title, your name, and either SYNOPSIS or CHAPTERS.
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Gill McLay

Bath Literary Agency

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Poetry, picture books, young fiction, middle grade fiction, ya fiction, children's non-fiction, author-illustratorsWants: Children's fiction/non-fiction; picture books; first 3 chapters for fiction
Looking for
Poetry, picture books, young fiction, middle grade fiction, YA fiction and non-fiction for children, and author-illustrators who both write and illustrate their own work as well as illustrate for other authors
How to submit
Send a short synopsis, first 3 chapters for fiction (excluding prologues), or full manuscript for picture books, plus a covering letter with full contact details including email address. Submit electronically to john.mclay@btinternet.com or by post, if posting include a stamped self-addressed envelope.
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Sonia Land

Sheil Land Associates Ltd

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Fiction and non-fictionWants: Literary and commercial fiction; children's and YA; plus non-fiction incl. memoir/biography, cookery, gardening, humour/gift, history, lifestyle, mind-body-spirit/self-improvement, politics, popular science, psychology, travel (per about page).
Looking for
Literary and commercial fiction, children's and YA, non-fiction including memoir/biography, cookery, gardening, humour, history, lifestyle, mind-body-spirit, politics, popular science, psychology, travel
How to submit
Email - submissions@sheilland.co.uk
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David Godwin

David Godwin Associates (DGA)

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Fiction and non-fictionWants: Dga welcomes most fiction and non-fiction (not picture books, YA/MG except existing clients, screenplays/scripts; no poetry at the moment).
Looking for
Most fiction and non-fiction; not accepting picture books, YA/MG (except existing clients), screenplays, scripts, or poetry at this time
How to submit
Email the first thirty pages, a synopsis, and a covering letter to submissions@davidgodwinassociates.co.uk
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Georgina Capel

Georgina Capel Associates Ltd

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Literary fiction, commercial fiction, crime, sci-fi, short story collections, poetry, narrative non-fiction, history, travel, food, nature writing, investigative journalism, popular science, popular psychology, children's, yaWants: Cover letter and ~500-word synopsis and first 3 chapters; include contact details
Looking for
Literary, book club, and commercial fiction including thrillers and YA; short story collections and poetry; narrative non-fiction with strong style; well-crafted crime and sci-fi; history, politics, science, psychology, true crime, travel, food, nature writing, investigative journalism, and popular psychology. Writers for children and young adults are also welcome.
How to submit
Submit by email or post. The postal address is 29 Wardour Street, London W1D 6PS. For email, visit georginacapel.com or contact to find the address.
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Ben Dunn

DunnFogg

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Reading group fiction, women's fiction, speculative fiction, memoir, narrative-led non-fiction, nature writing, media tie-in, pop-science, big ideasWants: Quality and commercial fiction and non-fiction (no children's books)
Looking for
Fiction with original, well-drawn characters, unusual plots, and writing that extends the margins of genre expectations; novels with unique voices and subtle humour that feel different and unexpected. Non-fiction where an expert voice is married to a new, exciting idea that offers the reader some form of utility; also memoir, narrative-led non-fiction, nature writing, media tie-in projects, pop-science, and big ideas. Does not represent children's books.
How to submit
Online form - https://dunnfogg.co.uk or submissions/
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Lucy Irvine

Darley Anderson Children's Book Agency

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Children's booksWants: Actively seeking new clients; MG adventure/series potential; YA romance and fantasy; horror/monster stories; contemporary teen; queer/found-family; SFF across YA/new adult (not grimdark)
Looking for
Actively seeking new clients, MG adventure/series potential, YA romance and fantasy, horror/monster stories, contemporary teen, queer/found-family, SFF across YA/new adult (not grimdark)
How to submit
Email - childrens@darleyanderson.com
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Clare Pearson

Eddison Pearson Ltd

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Authors and author-illustrators (children's)Wants: Represents a small list of acclaimed authors and author-illustrators; see agency author list. initial enquiry triggers auto-responder with current guidelines and the submission address.
Looking for
Authors and author-illustrators producing children's books, both unpublished and established writers seeking representation
How to submit
Email enquiries@eddisonpearson.com with a brief enquiry. An auto-responder will reply with the current submission address and guidelines. Send your submission to that address, you should receive an acknowledgement within 24 hours. If not, call the agency directly.
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Gordon Wise

Curtis Brown

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Non-fiction and select fictionWants: Non-fiction: compelling narrative history; ideas books on urgent questions; absorbing biography and memoir; pop culture, humour, and entertainment. fiction: memorable characters on gripping journeys, principally crime or literary-commercial crossover. not considering children's, YA, sci-fi/fantasy, or screenplays
Looking for
Non-fiction: compelling narrative history, ideas books on urgent questions, absorbing biography and memoir, pop culture, humour, and entertainment. Fiction: memorable characters on gripping journeys, principally crime or literary-commercial crossover. Not considering children's, YA, sci-fi/fantasy, or screenplays
How to submit
Send your work and a covering letter to wiseofficesubmissions@curtisbrown.co.uk. Gordon Wise and his team are taking on only a couple of fiction writers a year. They are not considering submissions for Children's, Young Adult, Science Fiction, Fantasy, or screenplays. If you have not heard back within four to six weeks, this means they are unable to offer representation.
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Nelle Andrew

Rachel Mills Literary (RML)

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Fiction, literary memoir, narrative nonfictionWants: 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.
Looking for
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
How to submit
Email nelle@rmliterary.co.uk with a one-page outline, the first 3 chapters or 50 pages, and a covering letter.
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Emma Finn

C&W Agency

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Fiction, narrative non-fictionWants: Thrillers/mystery/suspense; knotty relationship/family novels; big-ideas non-fiction; memoir; pop science; food writing. not children/YA.
Looking for
Thrillers, mystery, suspense, knotty relationship and family novels, big-ideas non-fiction, memoir, pop science, food writing. Not children's or YA.
How to submit
Email emma.submissions@cwagency.co.uk with the first three chapters (or approximately 50 pages) and a synopsis for fiction, or a 30-page proposal for non-fiction, plus a covering letter. Attach files in .doc or .docx format. Do not submit to more than one agent.
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Sile Edwards

Andrew Nurnberg Associates

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Non-fiction, literary fiction, memoir, cookery, biography, thrillerWants: Non-fiction that informs understanding of world/society; life writing; topical/essayistic; cookery/food; experts writing accessibly. fiction: 'what if' novels; incisive/witty; moral dilemmas; fun romantic reads. not children/YA; not historical fiction; not adult sf/fantasy
Looking for
Building a list with a particular focus on perspectives that have been historically excluded from the mainstream. Interested in cookery, literary memoir, historical biography, zeitgeisty fiction and thrillers.
How to submit
Email submissions@nurnberg.co.uk with a covering letter in the body of the email, a one-page synopsis and first three chapters or 50 pages as attachments. Address the email FAO Silé Edwards and make this clear in the subject line. For non-fiction, send an overview, chapter outlines and three sample chapters instead.
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Becky Bagnell

Lindsay Literary Agency

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Children's (primarily)Wants: Children's fiction and non-fiction (agency specialises in children's from picture books to YA)
Looking for
Children's fiction and non-fiction (agency specialises in children's from picture books to YA)
How to submit
Email info@lindsayliteraryagency.co.uk with a covering note about yourself and any relevant career details. Attach the first three chapters (double-spaced) and a one-page synopsis as two separate Word documents. Picture book submissions should include the complete story (up to 1,000 words) in a single Word document. Illustrators should attach PDF samples in a small file size and include a link to their online portfolio.
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Laurie Robertson

Peters Fraser and Dunlop (PFD)

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Fiction and non-fiction, journalism or serialisationWants: Literary/book club/upmarket commercial fiction; historical and women's fiction; open to speculative and romance crossovers; non-fiction that surprises/challenges; cookery/food writing; feminist narratives; underrepresented voices. not seeking children's/YA, crime, thriller or horror.
Looking for
Literary/book club/upmarket commercial fiction, historical and women's fiction, open to speculative and romance crossovers, non-fiction that surprises/challenges, cookery/food writing, feminist narratives, underrepresented voices. Not seeking children's/YA, crime, thriller or horror
How to submit
Email one agent or assistant only, include a cover letter, full synopsis, and first 3 chapters or approximately 50 pages for fiction, or a detailed proposal for non-fiction. Find contact details at https://petersfraserdunlop.com or our-team/
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Laura MacDougall

United Agents

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Commercial fiction, literary fiction, non-fictionWants: Commercial and literary fiction (saga/romance/historical/book club/uplit; quirky to experimental); narrative non-fiction and big-ideas; keen for LGBTQ and voices; currently seeking epic family saga, compelling love story, enm/poly relationships, historical, friendships/sisters, form-playing literary; no SFF/fantasy/horror; no YA/children; no mind-body-spirit/cookery.
Looking for
Commercial and literary fiction (saga, romance, historical, book club, uplit, quirky to experimental), narrative non-fiction and big ideas; keen on LGBTQ voices and stories. Currently seeking epic family sagas, compelling love stories, ENM/poly relationships, historical fiction, friendships and sisters, and form-playing literary fiction. No SFF, fantasy, horror, YA, children's, mind-body-spirit or cookery.
How to submit
Email (to agent, copy assistant) - lmacdougall@unitedagents.co.uk (cc EHorn@unitedagents.co.uk)
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Faith O'Grady

Lisa Richards Agency

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Fiction, non-fiction, children's fiction 8 andWants: Distinctive fiction; nf incl memoir/history/narrative/biography/lifestyle/sports/self-help/humour/pop culture. not horror/sci-fi/screenplays/picture books.
Looking for
Distinctive fiction, non-fiction including memoir, history, narrative, biography, lifestyle, sports, self-help, humour, pop culture. Not horror, sci-fi, screenplays, or picture books
How to submit
Email info@lisarichards.ie. For fiction, include the first three or four chapters, a covering letter, and an SAE if required. For non-fiction, send a detailed proposal, a sample chapter, and a cover letter.
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Julie Finidori

Aevitas Creative Management UK

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Fiction, non-fiction, children's booksWants: Committed" fiction and non-fiction; representation includes publishing and translation rights focus (per site).
Looking for
Committed fiction and non-fiction infused with social justice values, including feminism, antiracism, fatphobia, LGBTphobia, ableism, mental health awareness, and ecology. Also open to children's books that reflect these themes.
How to submit
Email Julie Finidori via the contact page at https://www.jf-agency.com or contact. Include a partial or complete manuscript along with a detailed project presentation and biographical information in your first message.
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Julie Crisp

Julie Crisp Literary Agency

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Historical fiction, crime, thrillers, book club fiction, science fiction, fantasy, children'sWants: Historical fiction; crime/thrillers; book club; science fiction and fantasy (actively building list)
Looking for
Historical fiction, crime/thrillers, book club, science fiction and fantasy (actively building list)
How to submit
Email julieacrisp@gmail.com. The contact page also hosts a form and notes responses within one week.
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Caroline Hardman

Hardman & Swainson

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Fiction and non-fictionWants: Fiction: literary; upmarket commercial; book club; historical; crime; thrillers (no sf/fantasy/children's). non-fiction: serious/pop science (biology/medicine), psychology, feminism, big ideas/current affairs, health/body/mind, personal development; selective lifestyle; narrative/memoir.
Looking for
Fiction: literary, upmarket commercial, book club, historical, crime, thrillers (no sci-fi/fantasy/children's). Non-fiction: serious/pop science, psychology, feminism, big ideas/current affairs, health/body/mind, personal development, selective lifestyle, narrative/memoir
How to submit
Email submissions@hardmanswainson.com. Name your chosen agent in the cover email. For fiction, attach a one-page synopsis and the full manuscript. For non-fiction, attach a proposal and a sample chapter, or the whole work if complete. Submit to one agent only.
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Vicki Salter

Barbara Levy Literary Agency

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Writers, presenters and journalists (books and related rights)Wants: Background/career info and synopsis and first 3 chapters (~50 pages). not poetry, plays, original screenplays, scripts, or children's picture books.
Looking for
Not poetry, plays, original screenplays, scripts, or children's picture books
How to submit
Email submissions@barbaralevyagency.com or post to Barbara Levy Literary Agency, 64 Greenhill, Hampstead High Street, London NW3 5TZ. Include background and career information, a synopsis, and the first three chapters (approximately 50 pages), double spaced with numbered pages. Note if submitting simultaneously to other agents. Include an email address or stamped addressed envelope if you want materials returned.
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Penny Holroyde

Holroyde Cartey

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Children's authors and illustratorsWants: Children's fiction and non-fiction across all ages; particular love for picture books but also seeks authors/illustrators across fiction and non-fiction for all ages
Looking for
Children's fiction and non-fiction across all ages, with a particular love for picture books, and authors and illustrators across fiction and non-fiction for all ages
How to submit
Email penny@holroydecartey.com with a cover letter. Authors: attach synopsis and full manuscript as separate Word files labelled with title and author name, picture book authors may send up to three finished texts, non-fiction authors should include a CV, three-page proposal, and market analysis. Illustrators: send a portfolio of around 12 images as JPEG or PDF, maximum 5MB, do not send links to websites or file transfer services. Submit to either Claire or Penny, not both.
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Gaia Banks

Sheil Land Associates Ltd

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Fiction and non-fiction, children'sWants: Projects with wide international appeal; fiction (general/mystery/romance/suspense-thriller/fantasy-sf/own voices/children's) and non-fiction (biography/history/mind-body-spirit/health/lifestyle/science)
Looking for
Projects with wide international appeal. Fiction: general, mystery, romance, suspense-thriller, fantasy/SF, own voices, children's. Non-fiction: biography, history, mind-body-spirit, health, lifestyle, science
How to submit
Email - submissions@sheilland.co.uk
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Ammi-Joan Paquette

Aevitas Creative Management

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Children's, young adult, adult fiction, picture books, illustration
Looking for
Ammi-Joan Paquette represents a wide range of children's and young adult authors and illustrators, and a select list of authors writing for adults. She is most excited by strongly voiced, bold stories that take risks and have depth and resonance. Tight pacing and rich, evocative language especially catch her eye. She accepts queries only by referral, or from creators who attend events where she is presenting.
How to submit
Submit your query using the submissions form available on the agency website. Contact the agency through their online form for non-submission inquiries.
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Gemma Cooper

Gemma Cooper Literary

Open
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Children's fiction, ya, middle grade, chapter books, graphic novels, cosy crime, crime fictionWants: See agent page for currently-open genres; query must match listed genres. does not represent picture books
Looking for
Big-concept commercial series fiction for children and YA, with particular interest in middle grade across all subgenres — mystery, fantasy, historical, funny, adventure, verse, illustrated, animal perspectives — especially with a strong voice or hook. Chapter books with series potential for ages 7 and up, and graphic novels across all children's and YA age ranges. In YA, contemporary novels including rom-coms with a hook, high-concept stories with strong friendships or sibling relationships, mysteries, thrillers, and light speculative fiction; will consider historical YA with action. For adult, only open to cosy crime, smart contemporary crime with humour, crime with a fantasy twist, and crime with a sci-fi element — nothing dark or gritty, no child death or gratuitous violence. Not open to picture books, YA fantasy, contemporary adult fiction, adult non-fiction, literary novels, romance, or poetry.
How to submit
Email gemmaqueries@gemmacooperliterary.com with the book title, a short pitch, a brief author bio, and the first ten pages pasted into the body of the email — no attachments. Graphic novel or illustrated non-fiction submissions may include a link to a website or social media where work is shared, or attach up to five low-res images. Emails sent to info@gemmacooperliterary.com will be deleted unread.
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Jack Fogg

DunnFogg

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Speculative fiction, historical fiction, upmarket crime and thriller, memoir, narrative-led non-fiction, nature, food, sport, psychology, business, craft and design, social sciences, investigative journalismWants: Quality and commercial fiction and non-fiction (no children's). fiction: first 3 chapters/50pp and synopsis. non-fiction: pitch and sample chapter
Looking for
In fiction, books combining compelling storytelling, engaging characters and strong plotting, especially novels of ambition and scope with big-hearted characters. Particularly interested in speculative fiction with a real-world edge or near-future settings. In non-fiction, broad tastes including memoir, narrative non-fiction with deep focus that expands outward to explain a culture or subculture, immersive journalism, and books where subject-matter expertise meets great writing. Does not represent children's books.
How to submit
Fiction: first 3 chapters or 50 pages and synopsis. Non-fiction: pitch and sample chapter
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Pat Lomax

Bell Lomax Moreton

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Fiction, non-fiction and children's booksWants: Agency considers most fiction, non-fiction and children's proposals (not poetry, short stories/novellas, educational textbooks, film/stage scripts). pat: children's books across all ages; narrative non-fiction/biography/sport/music/autobiography; also crime fiction and 'weird and wonderful
Looking for
Children's books across all ages, narrative non-fiction, biography, sport, music, autobiography, crime fiction and 'weird and wonderful'. Not poetry, short stories/novellas, educational textbooks, or film/stage scripts
How to submit
Synopsis and first 3 chapters (max 50 pages) and covering letter (Word or PDF). Picture books: up to 3 full texts plus sample illustrations. Do not submit to more than one BLM agent
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Charlotte Colwill

Colwill & Peddle

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Fiction, children's fiction, children's non-fiction
Looking for
Smart romance with an edge, fresh and page-turning crime fiction, horror and literary horror with a contemporary resonance, and literary fiction that is funny and moving with a brand new hook. In children's books, a funny and engaging author-illustrator with a fresh series for young readers (5+), middle grade fiction with strong world-building and characters we haven't seen before, grounded YA fantasy, high-concept YA contemporary, and books about unusual relationships. In children's non-fiction, books that tackle curriculum subjects in a new and engaging way, and real-life stories for middle grade and YA readers. No longer accepting picture books.
How to submit
Email submissions@colwillandpeddle.com with subject line 'Fiction or Children's Submission' (delete as applicable). Include a cover letter, a one-page synopsis, and the first chapter of your work.
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Hellie Ogden

WME Books

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Fiction, children's books, non-fictionWants: High-concept thrillers/suspense; historical fiction; page-turning literary fiction; diverse/conversation-starting lists. non-fiction: memoir; cookery/lifestyle; narrative non-fiction with cross-media potential
Looking for
High-concept thrillers and suspense with fresh hooks and daring twists, historical fiction, page-turning literary fiction tapping into the millennial experience and family complexities, conversation-starting and diverse fiction. YA with big heart and voice. Middle grade adventure mixed with magic. Non-fiction: memoir, standout cookery and lifestyle, narrative non-fiction, and work with a social following and cross-media potential
How to submit
Use the query button on Hellie Ogden's profile page at https://www.wmebookdepartment.com or team or hellie-ogden/. For fiction, include a covering letter, synopsis, and the first three chapters or first fifty pages. For non-fiction, include a covering letter, a full chapter outline, and a sample chapter if possible. Include your full name and the title of your work in the email subject line, and include a bio with all submissions.
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Paul Moreton

Bell Lomax Moreton

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Children's books and narrative non-fiction, also some fictionWants: Children's books across all age ranges; narrative non-fiction, biography, sport, music and autobiography; also interested in crime fiction and 'weird and wonderful
Looking for
Children's books across all age ranges, narrative non-fiction, biography, sport, music, autobiography, crime fiction and 'weird and wonderful'
How to submit
Email - submission@bell-lomax.co.uk
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Justine Smith

Bell Lomax Moreton

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Children's books (and illustrated concepts)Wants: Engaging, original illustrated stories and concepts across genres; experienced children's editor/illustration background (per agent bio).
Looking for
Engaging, original illustrated stories and concepts across genres, children's editorial and illustration focus
How to submit
Email your submission to submission@bell-lomax.co.uk. For fiction, children's fiction, YA, and narrative non-fiction send a short synopsis (including full plot details), the first three chapters (no more than 50 pages, double spaced), and a covering letter with details of any previously published work, all as Word documents or PDFs. For picture books, send the full text of up to three manuscripts in one email, sample illustrations (if available) as PDF, PNG, or JPG, and a covering letter. Do not use WeTransfer or Google Drive links.
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Neil Dunnicliffe

Spring Literary

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Children's fiction, ya, children's non-fiction, picture books, illustrationWants: Children's and YA writing/illustration; high-quality work with fresh approaches to storytelling/illustration
Looking for
High-quality writing and illustration that takes a fresh or different approach to storytelling or illustration; the agency does not publish a detailed wishlist because they often do not know what they want until they see it
How to submit
Email submissions@springliterary.com with a covering email explaining who you are and why you are getting in touch. Fiction: one-page synopsis and 5,000–10,000 word sample chapters in Word (no full manuscript). Non-fiction: synopsis, rationale for writing it, and three sample sections or chapters, optional short CV. Picture books: up to four full texts. Illustrators: portfolio of up to 10 images as PDFs or JPGs, keeping file sizes small.
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Sophie Hicks

Sophie Hicks Agency

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Fiction, non-fiction, children's, yaWants: New adult voices in most genres (except women's fiction); domestic thrillers; clever drama with a twist; accessible non-fiction; children's 9+ and YA (per agent page).
Looking for
New adult voices in most genres (except women's fiction), domestic thrillers, clever drama with a twist, accessible non-fiction, children's 9+ and YA
How to submit
Email hicksoffice@sophiehicksagency.com with covering letter in the body of the email and sample pages attached as a Word or PDF document. Fiction: synopsis and first three chapters or approximately 50 pages. Non-fiction: detailed outline and at least one sample chapter.
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Ian Drury

Sheil Land Associates

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Literary fiction, commercial fiction, book club fiction, contemporary fiction, commercial women's fiction, crime, mystery, thrillers, fantasy, genre romance, historical fiction, horror, ghost stories, sagas, science fiction, biography, memoir, cookery, gardening, gift books, humour, history, military history, lifestyle, mind-body-spirit, self-improvement, politics, popular science, psychology, travel, children's, yaWants: Sf/fantasy; sweeping historical fiction; character-driven sci-fi; action/adventure; crime. non-fiction: history; biography; music
Looking for
SF/fantasy, sweeping historical fiction, character-driven sci-fi, action/adventure, crime. Non-fiction: history, biography, music
How to submit
Email submissions@sheilland.co.uk with a cover letter, a one-page synopsis (fiction) or brief outline (non-fiction), a short CV, and the first three chapters or around fifty pages. Submissions should be 1.5 line spaced with margins and page numbers, and must include a word count. Only one work at a time. No AI-generated content accepted.
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Barbara Levy

Barbara Levy Literary Agency

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Writers, presenters and journalists (books and related rights)Wants: Background/career info and synopsis and first 3 chapters (~50 pages). not poetry, plays, original screenplays, scripts, or children's picture books.
Looking for
Books and related rights for writers, presenters and journalists, including TV and radio representation. Does not represent poetry, plays, original screenplays, scripts, or picture books for children.
How to submit
Email submissions@barbaralevyagency.com (or post to Barbara Levy Literary Agency, 64 Greenhill, Hampstead High Street, London NW3 5TZ) with background information and career history, a synopsis, and the first three chapters (approximately 50 pages), double spaced with numbered pages. For TV and radio representation, send details of your experience or expertise. Note if submitting simultaneously to other agents. Include an email address or stamped addressed envelope if you want material returned.
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Liza DeBlock

Greenstone Literary Agency

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Fiction and non-fictionWants: Commercial/book club (edging literary) fiction; thrillers (unusual location/speculative edge); historical with real figures; gothic/magical/haunted; speculative love stories; romcoms; fantasy with unique magic/folklore; non-fiction from experts/creators incl food writing, women's health, maternal/sport/mental health. not sci-fi, erotica, graphic novels, children/MG/YA, poetry; no unfinished manuscripts.
Looking for
Commercial/book club fiction (edging literary), thrillers with unusual location or speculative edge, historical with real figures, gothic/magical/haunted, speculative love stories, romcoms, fantasy with unique magic/folklore. Non-fiction from experts/creators including food writing, women's health, maternal/sport/mental health. Not sci-fi, erotica, graphic novels, children's/MG/YA, or poetry
How to submit
Online form - https://www.greenstoneliterary.com or submissions
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Christabel McKinley

David Higham Associates

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Children's fiction, children's non-fiction, picture books, graphic novels, ya, middle grade, adult sff, adult fantasyWants: Children's: fiction/non-fiction/picture books/graphic novels; not currently taking picture-book-text-only creators. adult: imaginative SFF with thoughtful society/humanity themes; cosy or dark; witches/magicians/werewolves/teashops welcomed
Looking for
A middle grade or YA standalone reflecting the experience of growing up in a multicultural or multifaith household. A character-led teen series in which the protagonist pursues an exciting career, in the vein of Geek Girl or Alex Rider. Dark academia for YA or adult with detailed worldbuilding and an emphasis on the dark. Palestinian voices in any age group or genre.
How to submit
Email christabelsubmissions@davidhigham.co.uk with your submission. Note that writers focusing solely on picture book texts are not currently being taken on.
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Mariam Keen

Whispering Buffalo Literary Agency

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Commercial fiction, literary fiction, commercial non-fiction, children's fiction, yaWants: Agency is building its list and welcomes unsolicited submissions (see remit on site)
Looking for
Commercial and literary fiction across all genres, commercial non-fiction, and children's and young adult fiction, with a particular interest in projects with book-to-screen adaptation potential
How to submit
Email info@whisperingbuffalo.com marked for the attention of the Submissions Department. For fiction include a brief biography, one-page synopsis, and first three chapters (double-spaced) as a Word document attachment. For non-fiction include a proposal and sample chapter.
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Jean Naggar

Jean V. Naggar Literary Agency

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Adult fiction, non-fiction, ya, middle grade, children's, illustratorsWants: See individual agent pages (jvnla covers many genres incl fiction/non-fiction/cookbooks/children's)
Looking for
See individual agent pages (JVNLA covers many genres incl fiction/non-fiction/cookbooks/children's)
How to submit
Read each agent's individual submission guidelines on the agency website, choose the agent that best fits your project, and email that one agent only. Include a brief description of your work and a short author bio. Do not send queries by post. AI-generated queries or manuscripts are not accepted.
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Alice Williams

Alice Williams Literary

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Children's authors and illustratorsWants: Children's/YA book projects (UK and ireland only)
Looking for
Children's/YA book projects (UK and Ireland only)
How to submit
Email submissions@alicewilliamsliterary.co.uk with a covering email briefly introducing the submission (genre, age, word count) and a little about yourself. Fiction: pitch in the body of the email, attach the full manuscript as a Word doc (double line spacing) and a one-side A4 synopsis. Picture book texts: attach two or three texts as separate Word documents. Non-fiction: provide an overview of concept, length, structure, readership, and sample spreads or chapters. Illustrators: include a portfolio link and optionally a low-res PDF dummy. Do not use AI-generated text or illustrations in your submission.
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Paul Feldstein

The Feldstein Agency

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Adult fiction, adult non-fictionWants: Adult fiction (excluding romance, historical fiction, science fiction and fantasy) and adult non-fiction, primarily memoir and narrative non-fiction; no children's/YA; no poetry/short stories/screenplays; no previously published (incl self-published); english language only; authors must be based in ireland/great britain/US/canada
Looking for
Adult fiction (excluding romance, historical fiction, science fiction and fantasy) and adult non-fiction, primarily memoir and narrative non-fiction, no children's/YA, no poetry/short stories/screenplays, no previously published (incl self-published), English language only, authors must be based in Ireland/Great Britain/US/Canada
How to submit
Email a cover letter, a 1-2 page synopsis, and a brief biography for fiction (novel must be complete). For non-fiction, email a cover letter, a detailed proposal, and a brief biography. Send to submissions@thefeldsteinagency.co.uk
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Amy Fitzgerald

The Bright Agency

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Authors and illustrators across all genres and age ranges, non-fictionWants: Picture books and lively stories/art; non-fiction with fresh energy/perspective or experimental format
Looking for
Picture books with strong characterisation, genuine emotional impact, and artwork and stories that feel full of life; non-fiction where artists and authors bring fresh energy to familiar subjects through a new perspective or by experimenting with style and format
How to submit
Online form - https://thebrightagency.com or uk or submissions or new?division=literary
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Diana Beaumont

DHH Literary Agency

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Fiction and non-fictionWants: Fiction: high-concept crime/thrillers; female-led commercial; upmarket commercial; book club; contemporary women's stories; romance; underrepresented voices; fresh-take historical; funny smart romcoms; sagas; gothic; sweeping love stories. non-fiction: humour; memoir; lifestyle; social justice/polemic; cookery. not horror/ghosts; not SFF; not YA/children; not sport/true crime; no short stories/novellas; no poetry/screenplay.
Looking for
Fiction: high-concept crime/thrillers, female-led commercial, upmarket commercial, book club, contemporary women's stories, romance, underrepresented voices, fresh-take historical, funny smart romcoms, sagas, gothic, sweeping love stories. Non-fiction: humour, memoir, lifestyle, social justice/polemic, cookery. Not horror/ghosts, not SFF, not YA/children, not sport/true crime, no short stories/novellas, no poetry/screenplay
How to submit
Email db.submission@dhhliteraryagency.com with a cover letter, first 3 chapters, and a 1-page synopsis as Word attachments.
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Sophie Gorell Barnes

MBA Literary Agents

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Represents
Fiction and non-fiction, audio rights, some playwrightsWants: Currently focused on: children's fiction, historical fiction, mystery and supernatural horror; seeking slick and humorous middle grade fiction and stem titles for children (per agent page).
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Children's fiction, historical fiction, mystery and supernatural horror; particularly slick and humorous middle grade fiction and STEM titles for children
How to submit
Email - submissions@mbalit.co.uk (FAO Sophie Gorell Barnes)
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Antony Harwood

Antony Harwood Literary Agency

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Fiction and non-fictionWants: Most genres/categories for adults and younger readers (excludes plays, screenplays, poetry, 'self-help' non-fiction, picture books)
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Most genres/categories for adults and younger readers (excludes plays, screenplays, poetry, 'self-help' non-fiction, picture books)
How to submit
Email a brief outline and the opening three chapters (around 10,000 words) to mail@antonyharwood.com. Fiction writers who are unpublished should only submit once their manuscript is complete.
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Ludo Cinelli

Eve White Literary Agency

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Fiction, non-fiction, children'sWants: Represents fiction, non-fiction and children's across genres; likes variety from challenging ideas to 'incredibly fun' storytelling
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Fiction, non-fiction and children's across genres, from challenging ideas to 'incredibly fun' storytelling
How to submit
Email fiction@evewhite.co.uk for fiction submissions, nonfiction@evewhite.co.uk for non-fiction, or childrens@evewhite.co.uk for children's.
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Samar Hammam

Rocking Chair Books Literary Agency

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Literary fiction, commercial fiction, graphic novels, general non-fictionWants: Original page-turning adult fiction and non-fiction across genres (agency notes it does not currently represent children's/YA or science fiction/fantasy)
Looking for
Original page-turning adult fiction and non-fiction across genres (agency notes it does not currently represent Children's/YA or Science Fiction/Fantasy)
How to submit
Email representme@rockingchairbooks.com with a whole manuscript or just a few chapters. A covering letter is welcome but not essential — the agency typically reads the work first.
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John Jarrold

John Jarrold (independent agent)

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Sf, fantasy, horrorWants: Adult sf, fantasy and horror novelists only (no YA/children's; no non-fiction; no screenwriters)
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Adult SF, fantasy and horror novelists only (no YA/children's, no non-fiction, no screenwriters)
How to submit
Email the first six chapters as a Word document attachment to j.jarrold@btinternet.com, along with one paragraph about the work and comparisons with two or three recently successful authors in the same genre. You may also include publishing background and questions.
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Hannah Todd

Janklow & Nesbit UK

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Commercial fictionWants: Commercial adult fiction; especially romance, SFF, mystery; seeks strong voice/characterisation and plot; especially keen for fantasy; no children's/MG/YA.
Looking for
Commercial adult fiction, especially romance, SFF, mystery, seeks strong voice/characterisation and plot, especially keen for fantasy, no children's/MG/YA
How to submit
Email submissions@janklow.co.uk with the subject line 'Submitting to Hannah Todd'
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Rochelle Stevens

Rochelle Stevens & Co

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Writers and directors (screen or audio or stage)Wants: Represents writers/directors for projects ranging from children's animation to feature films, original/episodic TV, radio drama and theatre (per official site)
Looking for
Writers and directors for projects ranging from children's animation to feature films, original and episodic TV, radio drama, and theatre
How to submit
Email - info@rochellestevens.com
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Anne Clark

Anne Clark Literary Agency

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Children's and yaWants: Distinctive voices; unforgettable characters; exciting ideas; stories that make her laugh/cry/think. currently seeking younger fiction, MG, YA, and non-fiction for children/teens; not currently seeking new picture book writers.
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Distinctive voices, unforgettable characters, exciting ideas, stories that make her laugh/cry/think. Currently seeking younger fiction, MG, YA, and non-fiction for children/teens; not currently seeking new picture book writers.
How to submit
Email - submissions@anneclarkliteraryagency.co.uk
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Zoe Plant

The Bent Agency

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Adult fiction, children's fiction, mg, yaWants: 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.
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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
How to submit
Email - plantqueries@thebentagency.com
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James Catchpole

The Catchpole Agency

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Children's booksWants: Children's fiction and illustration: voice/style-first; strong hooks; diverse/own voices welcomed
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Children's fiction and illustration: voice/style-first, strong hooks, diverse/own voices welcomed
How to submit
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.
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Lisette Verhagen

Peters Fraser and Dunlop (PFD)

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Literary fiction and narrative non-fictionWants: Literary fiction and narrative non-fiction with international potential and narrative drive; race/sexuality/identity; immigrant perspectives; strong essay writing/memoir; submissions in any language with extensive synopsis and author bio in english. not children's/YA/genre fiction.
Looking for
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
How to submit
Submissions in any language with extensive synopsis and author bio in English
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Jenny Brown

Jenny Brown Associates

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Literary fiction, crime, women's fiction, narrative non-fiction, children's, picture books, yaWants: Fiction: literary fiction; crime; women's fiction. non-fiction: narrative. children's: picture books to YA.
Looking for
Fiction: literary fiction, crime, women's fiction. Non-fiction: narrative. Children's: picture books to YA
How to submit
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.
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Caroline Montgomery

Rupert Crew Ltd

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Fiction and non-fictionWants: Agency interests: non-fiction (craft/cookery/biography/memoir/health/mind body spirit/travel/history/natural history/true crime/pop culture); fiction (commercial women's; crime; thrillers; literary (not experimental); YA; children's)
Looking for
Non-fiction: craft, cookery, biography, memoir, health, mind body spirit, travel, history, natural history, true crime, pop culture. Fiction: commercial women's, crime, thrillers, literary (not experimental), YA, children's
How to submit
Agency is currently closed to new clients and not accepting submissions.
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Robbie Guillory

Underline Literary Agency

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Fiction, non-fictionWants: 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.
Looking for
Represents a wide range of genres including literary thrillers and historical romance. Does not represent children's books, poetry, screenplays, or academic works.
How to submit
Fiction: 1-page synopsis and first 30 pages. Non-fiction: proposal and sample writing up to 15,000 words
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Clare Coombes

Liverpool Literary Agency

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Historical fiction, crime fiction, psychological thrillers, women's fiction, adult fictionWants: Prefers historical fiction, crime fiction, psychological thrillers and women's fiction; open to great adult fiction with strong hook (excludes non-fiction, children's and YA for clare). encourages under-represented writers from the north of england; submission window rules apply.
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Historical fiction, crime fiction, psychological thrillers and women's fiction, open to great adult fiction with a strong hook. Excludes non-fiction, children's and YA. Encourages under-represented writers from the North of England
How to submit
Email submissions@liverpool-literary.agency with a cover email including details about you, the book genre, blurb, inspirations, comparable authors and titles, and why your book will stand out. Attach a synopsis and first three chapters or first 5,000 words in a Word document with numbered pages.
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Camille Burns

Solas Literary Agency

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Middle grade fiction, ya fiction, adult fiction, non-fictionWants: Atmospheric, emotionally intense, relationship-led fiction; romance/romantasy; select thrillers/crime; historical with strong relationships; big-idea accessible non-fiction at intersection of science/society; not picture books/poetry/original screenplays
Looking for
Atmospheric, emotionally intense, relationship-led fiction, romance/romantasy, select thrillers/crime, historical with strong relationships, big-idea accessible non-fiction at intersection of science/society, not picture books/poetry/original screenplays
How to submit
Submit via Query Manager through the 'Submit Your Work' link at https://solasliterary.co.uk or submissions. Include a one-sentence elevator pitch capturing the book's central hook, the first five chapters, and a synopsis of 1–2 pages outlining the full plot including the ending.
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Stevie Finegan

Zeno Agency

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FictionWants: Fantasy, science fiction, and children's (pb to YA) with underrepresented perspectives; character-driven speculative; queer romance across ages (per agent page).
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Fantasy, science fiction, and children's (PB to YA) with underrepresented perspectives, character-driven speculative, queer romance across ages
How to submit
Submit via QueryManager at https://querymanager.com or StevieFinegan
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Chloe Davis

Darley Anderson Children's Book Agency

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Children's fictionWants: 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
Looking for
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
How to submit
Email chloe@darleyanderson.com when open to submissions
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Tricia Lawrence

Aevitas Creative Management (ACM UK)

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Picture books, chapter books, middle grade fiction, young adult fiction, adult fiction, middle grade nonfiction, young adult nonfiction, adult nonfiction
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Award-winning authors and illustrators of picture books and chapter books that present the world in unique and unusual ways, with characters that live vividly on and off the page. In nonfiction across middle grade, young adult, and adult categories, book ideas and platforms that tell untold stories by creators offering a distinctive perspective on current issues, hopes, and fears of both today and tomorrow.
How to submit
Tricia accepts queries by request or referral, or from people who have attended conferences where she is faculty. Submit your query through the contact page on her website or through the agency's contact and submissions form.
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Celia Catchpole

The Catchpole Agency

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Picture books, children's fiction
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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.
How to submit
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.
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Rubin Pfeffer

Aevitas Creative Management

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Picture books, middle grade, ya, illustrated children's books
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Children's books across all formats, including picture books, middle grade, and young adult, with a particular interest in diverse voices, nonfiction narratives, and illustrated works for young readers
How to submit
Submissions should be directed through the Aevitas Creative Management contact and submissions form. The agency handles queries for Children's, Middle Grade, and Young Adult categories.
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Amy Thrall Flynn

Aevitas Creative Management (ACM UK)

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Picture books, children's fiction, children's nonfiction, ya, illustration
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Writers and illustrators across children's publishing, from picture books through young adult novels. Beautifully written stories and nonfiction that connect, inspire, and affirm the lives of young people.
How to submit
Submit via the Aevitas Creative Management contact and submissions form on their website.
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Jenny Savill

Andrew Nurnberg Associates

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Fiction and non-fiction, children'sWants: Adult: literary fiction; commercial women's; psychological suspense; gothic thrillers; ghost stories; historical incl alternate histories; creeping-horror edge (not high fantasy). children's: 7+/MG/YA; originality/depth; underrepresented voices welcome.
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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
How to submit
Email submissions@nurnberg.co.uk
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Millie van Grutten

RCW Literary Agency (RCW International)

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Picture books, chapter books, children's illustration
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Picture books and chapter books with strong narrative in both text and illustration, particularly work by illustrators. Stories with suspense, emotional depth, and structural integrity.
How to submit
Submit your work via email to millie@rcwlitagency.com. Due to the volume of submissions received, individual responses are only provided if the agent wishes to discuss your work further. If you do not receive a response after eight weeks, please consider it a decline.
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Emily Glenister

DHH Literary Agency

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Commercial fiction, upmarket commercial fiction, crime or psychological thriller, historical, gothic, magical realism or urban fantasy, selected non-fiction (per wishlist)Wants: See agent wishlist on profile; not looking for children's/YA/sci-fi/epic fantasy/romantasy etc.
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Not children's, YA, sci-fi, epic fantasy, or romantasy
How to submit
Email - eg.submission@dhhliteraryagency.com
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Rick Richter

Aevitas Creative Management (ACM UK)

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Self-help, pop culture, music, memoir, history, science, politics, social justice, narrative food writing, faith, true crime, commercial fiction, psychological thrillers, horror thrillers, children's books, picture books, ya
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Rick Richter represents self-help, pop culture and music, memoir, history, science, politics and social justice, narrative food writing, and faith. He is also interested in select true crime, commercial fiction, and psychological/horror thrillers and diverse voices in all categories. He has extensive experience in children's books and represents illustrators and children's authors writing fiction and non-fiction from picture books through YA.
How to submit
Rick Richter only accepts queries through Query Manager. Please check his Query Manager profile for more information.
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Erin Murphy

Aevitas Creative Management (ACM UK)

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Picture books, middle grade fiction, young adult fiction, children's nonfiction
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Middle-grade and young adult fiction, including novels celebrating unlikely underdog alliances, close siblings, fierce friendships, and found families, with particular interest in stories centered on queer and BIPOC community and joy. In middle-grade: cozy, emotionally resonant fantasy and literary-leaning multi-layered mysteries. In young adult: sweeping fantasy set in fully realized unique worlds, especially those inspired by non-European cultures, as well as thrillers with strong hooks. Also open to well-researched, propulsive narrative nonfiction for both categories, especially from authors from marginalized communities.
How to submit
Query Erin Murphy through Query Tracker only. Include a query letter and sample pages as requested through the platform.
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Isabel Williams

Andrew Nurnberg Associates

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Adult fiction, non-fiction, children's and ya
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Isabel Williams is an Assistant Agent representing Adult Fiction, Non-Fiction, and Children's & YA for Spanish and Portuguese-speaking territories worldwide. She studied Law with European Study at Exeter University, worked as a Dispute Resolution Solicitor, and completed an MA in Publishing at City, University of London before joining the agency in 2021.
How to submit
Email: info@nurnberg.co.uk
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Jennifer Gates

Aevitas Creative Management (ACM UK)

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Literary fiction, memoir, narrative nonfiction, current affairs, pop culture, children's books
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A wide range of nonfiction including narrative and expert-driven works, memoir, current affairs, and pop culture, as well as literary fiction and children's books
How to submit
Submit your query through the contact and submissions form available on the Aevitas Creative Management website, or contact the agency by phone at and 1 (212) 765-6900. The agency is located at 19 W. 21st Street, Suite 501, New York, NY 10010.
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David Headley

DHH Literary Agency

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FictionWants: Character-driven debuts; sweeping stories with big universal themes; high concepts; thought-provoking stories; uplifting fiction; original narrative voices. not SFF/fantasy; no children/YA; no poetry/plays/screenplays; no short stories/novellas; no non-fiction.
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Character-driven debuts, sweeping stories with big universal themes, high concepts, thought-provoking stories, uplifting fiction, original narrative voices. Not SFF/fantasy, no children/YA, no poetry/plays/screenplays, no short stories/novellas, no non-fiction
How to submit
Email submission@dhhliteraryagency.com with a cover letter, a one-page synopsis, and the first three chapters as attachments (not pasted into the email body).
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Georgia Garrett

RCW Literary Agency

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Literary fiction, narrative non-fiction, memoir, children's books
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Voice-led fiction with literary quality, compelling stories, and books that provoke thought, wonder, and laughter.
How to submit
Submit by email to Georgia Garrett's assistant Ivy Pottinger-Glass at ivy@rcwlitagency.com. Fiction submissions should include a covering letter, the first three chapters or approximately the first fifty pages to a natural break, and a brief synopsis. Non-fiction should be a proposal of up to twenty pages. Attachments in Word or PDF are acceptable, or paste sample chapters into the email body. Submit to one agent only. Response time is approximately six to eight weeks, no acknowledgement of receipt.
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Molly Ker Hawn

David Higham Associates

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Children's and ya, select adult speculativeWants: Exceptional MG and YA fiction with global commercial appeal; graphic novels for children/YA with illustrations in place; very selective adult speculative; not picture books for new clients
Looking for
Exceptional MG and YA fiction with global commercial appeal, graphic novels for children/YA with illustrations in place, very selective adult speculative, not picture books for new clients
How to submit
Email - mollysubmissions@davidhigham.co.uk
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Emily Talbot

United Agents

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Children's authors and illustratorsWants: 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
Looking for
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
How to submit
Email (to agent) - https://www.unitedagents.co.uk or etalbotunitedagentscouk
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Penny Moore

Aevitas Creative Management (ACM UK)

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Children's literature, middle grade, chapter books, young adult, picture books
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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.
How to submit
Penny only accepts submissions via Query Manager. Submit through her Query Manager page at https:// queryManager.com or LiteraryPenny.
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Ariana Philips

Jean V. Naggar Literary Agency

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Fiction, nonfiction, children's books, illustration
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Ariana Philips represents a diverse range of award-winning fiction and nonfiction for adults and children, as well as talented illustrators. She loves to find new talent and work with clients to develop strong manuscripts and proposals. Her philosophy is to take on an author for the duration of their career and help guide them through the ever-changing publishing landscape.
How to submit
Ariana Philips is an agent at the Jean V.
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Sallyanne Sweeney

International Creative Agency

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Fiction, non-fiction, illustration, children's, adult
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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.
How to submit
Submit via Query Tracker.
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Caradoc King

United Agents

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Adult and children's booksWants: Eclectic mix of literary and commercial adult and children's (per bio)
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Eclectic mix of literary and commercial adult and children's
How to submit
Email a covering note with a one-line elevator pitch, two or three comparable titles, and a back-cover blurb. For fiction, attach a one-page synopsis and the first three chapters. For non-fiction, send a proposal covering the book's subject, why you are best placed to write it, and a twenty-page writing sample. See https://www.unitedagents.co.uk or submission-guidelines for full details.
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Seoyeon Park

International Creative Agency

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Literary fiction, autofiction, graphic novels, picture books
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Seoyeon Park represents Korean authors and publishers, introducing distinctive, boundary-pushing voices to readers around the world. She has a particular love for graphic novels, picture books, and intimate, journal-like narratives that feel personal and sincere. She is especially drawn to autofiction and literary fiction that challenge convention while staying emotionally true, and is passionate about uncovering Korean stories the world has yet to see.
How to submit
Submit via QueryManager. For fiction: include a cover letter (query letter) with a short pitch and author bio, a one-page synopsis, and the first 1,200 words or first two chapters (whichever is shortest) uploaded as an attachment. For non-fiction: include a proposal of up to 20 pages covering an overview or hook, chapter outline, 1–2 sample chapters as an attachment, and an author bio with platform. Submit to one ICA agent at a time.
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Jessica Hare

The Agency

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Children's authors and illustratorsWants: Children's authors/illustrators across ages/genres; currently especially: witches; teen romance/romcom series; MG/YA sci-fi/fantasy; MG/YA horror/supernatural; YA romantasy; books for boys; compelling contemporary. for picture books/graphic novels currently only author-illustrators.
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Children's authors/illustrators across ages/genres, currently especially: witches, teen romance/romcom series, MG/YA sci-fi/fantasy, MG/YA horror/supernatural, YA romantasy, books for boys, compelling contemporary. For picture books/graphic novels currently only author-illustrators
How to submit
Email childrensbooksubmissions@theagency.co.uk with submissions as attachments, not download links. Do not email the agent directly. No postal submissions.
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Charlotte Atyeo

Greyhound Literary

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Fiction and non-fiction, children's booksWants: Currently (jan 2026) only open to: non-fiction (adult or children) from experts; and non-rhyming picture books (esp author-illustrators)
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Currently (Jan 2026) only open to: non-fiction (adult or children) from experts, and non-rhyming picture books (especially author-illustrators)
How to submit
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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Marina de Pass

The Soho Agency

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Adult fiction, select children's or ya and non-fictionWants: Upmarket commercial/book club and accessible literary; female-lens storytelling; historical with hook; romcoms; unusual structures; thrillers/crime with point of difference; select children's/YA crime/thrillers and MG adventure
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Upmarket commercial/book club and accessible literary, female-lens storytelling, historical with hook, romcoms, unusual structures, thrillers/crime with point of difference, select children's/YA crime/thrillers and MG adventure
How to submit
Email - sohoagencysubmissions@gmail.com
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Morwenna Loughman

Aevitas Creative Management (ACM UK)

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Fiction and non-fiction, children'sWants: Generalist across non-fiction, fiction and children's; looking to connect with writers who have a purpose and whose work speaks to the heterogeneity of human experience
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Generalist across non-fiction, fiction and children's, looking to connect with writers who have a purpose and whose work speaks to the heterogeneity of human experience
How to submit
QueryManager or submission form - https://www.aevitascreative.com or contact
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Allison Cole

David Higham Associates

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Children's fiction, children's picture books, children's non-fiction, illustrated adult non-fiction, graphic novels
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Allison Cole is Head of Children's Rights at David Higham and represents many high-profile and successful children's authors. She handles translation rights sales for the children's list in France, Germany and Italy. On the adult side, she represents rights for illustrated adult non-fiction and graphic novels selling into all territories worldwide. She also handles rights for the Roald Dahl Estate in France, Italy and mainland China.
How to submit
Email: allisoncole@davidhigham.co.uk
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