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Start a free account →Narrative non-fiction is where reportage, memoir, history, and cultural criticism share a shelf without quite admitting it. Agents working here want true stories shaped by the instincts of fiction: scene, voice, pace, restraint, and a writer who can find the human pressure inside the research. The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks, Helen Macdonald's work, and the long tradition of immersive journalism all live near the label, but the books are doing different work. Some agents focus on investigative projects with public-interest weight; others prefer cultural argument, science narrative, social history, or the kind of personal essay that opens out into something bigger. 140+ agents on this page show narrative non-fiction signals. A submission is typically a proposal with sample chapters, so make sure the proposal does the same storytelling work the book itself promises.
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Fiction and non-fiction
Upmarket-commercial fiction, series crime/thrillers, historical fiction, high-concept fiction, narrative non-fiction, true crime, memoir, popular science/psychology, serious history
Email agauntlett@pfd.co.uk with a cover letter, full synopsis, and first three chapters (approximately 50 pages). Non-fiction submissions should include a detailed proposal and a cover letter with CV.
Literary fiction, commercial fiction, memoir, narrative nonfiction, young adult, graphic novels, picture books, latinx voices, african-american voices
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Johanna is a senior agent at Writers House. Public profiles describe her as building a list across literary and commercial fiction, memoir, narrative nonfiction, YA fiction, graphic novels, and picture books, with interest in diverse voices, particularly Latinx and African-American writers.
Writers House asks writers to email an individual agent with a query letter, credentials, what makes the book unique, a synopsis, and 10 pages in the body of the email. Writers should consult the agent's individual profile for any specific requirements and should not query two Writers House agents simultaneously.
Business, health, psychology, popular science, narrative nonfiction, memoir, upmarket fiction
New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and internationally bestselling authors writing in business, health, psychology, popular science, narrative nonfiction, memoir, and upmarket fiction
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Literary fiction, upmarket fiction, narrative nonfiction, memoir, pop culture
Literary and upmarket fiction, select narrative nonfiction and memoir, books that explore pop culture examining celebrity and fandom
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Literary fiction, narrative non-fiction, memoir, children's books
Voice-led fiction with literary quality, compelling stories, and books that provoke thought, wonder, and laughter.
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.
Narrative nonfiction, military, sports, celebrity memoir, thriller, mystery, historical fiction, young adult, romance, music, style, business, home improvement, cookbooks, self-help, science, theater, fiction, nonfiction
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Doug represents a mix of fiction and nonfiction, including narrative nonfiction, military, sports, memoir, thrillers, mysteries, historical fiction, young adult fiction, romance, music, style, business, home improvement, cookbooks, self-help, science, theater, and general fiction/nonfiction.
Query by email. Historical agency guidance lists query@dgliterary.com as the submissions address and asks writers not to send sample material unless requested.
Fiction and non-fiction
Women's fiction (commercial to literary), book club reads, crime and thrillers, interesting narrative non-fiction
Email submissions@hardmanswainson.com and specify Hannah Ferguson's name in the cover email.
Literary fiction, commercial fiction, young adult fiction, narrative nonfiction, memoir, cookbooks
They are seeking literary and commercial fiction, young adult fiction, narrative nonfiction, memoir, and cookbooks.
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Literary fiction, narrative nonfiction, memoir, pop culture
CAA's official Daniel Kirschen profile identifies him as a literary agent representing authors and journalists across many genres, with a focus on literary fiction, narrative nonfiction, memoir, and pop culture.
CAA says writers should review available agent profiles and, if an agent is open to submissions, use the button or link on that agent's profile. Daniel Kirschen's official profile URL was verified as the best agent-specific page, but no profile-specific public submission link or material requirements were exposed in the text-rendered page during this run.
Non-fiction (plus select translated fiction or poetry)
High-quality zeitgeisty narrative non-fiction, lifestyle/health/personal development, thought leaders/experts, also discovering translated fiction and expanding into music/poetry
Online form (QueryManager via Aevitas submissions form) - https://www.aevitascreative.com or contact
Fiction and narrative non-fiction
All types of fiction and narrative non-fiction (agency-wide)
Email - submissions@thenorthlitagency.com
Fiction and narrative non-fiction
Upmarket and literary fiction in English and Spanish, character-driven, heart-wrenching fiction, modern love stories, genre-bending upmarket crime, narrative non-fiction about women's experiences
QueryManager (via site form) - https://www.aevitascreative.com or contact
Ya fiction, middle grade fiction, cookbooks, food writing, memoir, true crime, narrative nonfiction, pop culture
Cookbooks, food writing and history, young adult and middle grade fiction, memoir, pop culture, true crime, and narrative nonfiction
Submit your query through the contact and submissions form on the Aevitas Creative Management website. Include a cover letter, synopsis, and sample material as appropriate for your project.
Literary fiction, creative nonfiction, poetry
Fiction and nonfiction notable for compelling storylines, singular voices, and unique perspectives, across literary fiction, creative nonfiction, and poetry, from both established and emerging writers
Submit through the contact and submissions form available on the Aevitas Creative Management website. You can also reach the agency by phone at and 1 (212) 765-6900 or by mail at 19 W. 21st Street, Suite 501, New York, NY 10010.
Narrative nonfiction, literary journalism, idea books, politics, history, current affairs, memoir, academic crossover
Tina Bennett is a CAA literary agent based in New York. Official CAA indexed profile text describes her specialties as narrative nonfiction, literary journalism, idea books, politics, history, current affairs, memoir, and academic crossover titles.
CAA says writers can find query instructions by clicking an agent profile, and that open agents show a button or link on their profile to begin a submission. Tina Bennett's official CAA profile is the best agent-specific official link found in this run, but its dynamic page did not expose a separate materials checklist in static text.
Narrative non-fiction, american history, social policy, constitutional law, nature writing, biography, journalism
Narrative nonfiction that explores American history, social policy, constitutional law, and the natural world, from distinguished historians, biographers, journalists, legal scholars, and naturalists who bring rigorous research and compelling storytelling to their work
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Literary fiction, commercial fiction, women's fiction, crime, thrillers, narrative non-fiction, memoir, current affairs, personal development, humor, ya
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Literary fiction, commercial fiction, narrative nonfiction, food writing, memoir, arts and culture, music, journalism
Charlie Brotherstone represents an eclectic range of authors working across both fiction and nonfiction. He is interested in Commercial Fiction and Literary Fiction, as well as nonfiction from academics, journalists, musicians, online creators, and food writers. He has a strong track record with Food and Cookbooks alongside narrative nonfiction and cultural writing.
Submit via the Aevitas Creative Management submissions form at https://www.aevitascreative.com or contact
Nonfiction, biography, narrative nonfiction, memoir, food writing, food politics, cookbooks, lifestyle, parenting, psychology
Wants: Query letter, nonfiction proposal, sample chapter
Angela Miller represents general nonfiction, biography, narrative nonfiction, memoir, food writing, food politics, cookbooks, lifestyle, parenting, psychology, and authors or writers with significant platforms. Her official profile says she is looking for new talent as well as established authors and writers with significant platforms, excellent writing, and proposals she can help develop from concept to sale.
Folio asks writers to review Folio agents, choose the right agent, and follow the submission guidelines on the individual agent page. Angela Miller's official profile does not publish a direct query email or form, so no specific public submission route is currently available on the official page.
Literary fiction, commercial fiction, women's fiction, crime, thrillers, narrative non-fiction, memoir, current affairs, personal development, humor, ya
Stephanie Cabot represents a range of fiction and non-fiction at the New York office of Susanna Lea Associates. The agency seeks literary and commercial fiction, women's fiction, crime, thrillers, narrative non-fiction, memoir, current affairs, personal development, humor, and select young adult with crossover appeal. They are always looking for new voices and good stories with strong international potential.
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Literary fiction, commercial fiction, women's fiction, crime, thrillers, narrative non-fiction, memoir, current affairs, personal development, humor, ya
Stephen M. Morrison represents a range of fiction and nonfiction at Susanna Lea Associates' New York office. His interests encompass Literary Fiction, Commercial Fiction, Women's Fiction, Crime, Thrillers, Narrative Nonfiction, Memoir, Current Affairs, Personal Development, Humor, and select Young Adult with crossover appeal.
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Narrative nonfiction, idea-driven nonfiction, literary fiction
Narrative and idea-driven nonfiction and literary fiction, with an emphasis on journalists, public figures, scholars, and performers
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Pop culture, narrative non-fiction, serious non-fiction, food writing, nature, outdoors, sport, commercial non-fiction, fiction
Pop culture, narrative and serious non-fiction, food writing, nature/outdoors, sport, commercial non-fiction, fiction of all forms
Submit via the PFD books submissions page at https://petersfraserdunlop.com or submissions or books/
Literary fiction, upmarket fiction, narrative nonfiction, prescriptive nonfiction, illustrated projects
Work that is fierce, sharp, nuanced, and uncompromising. In fiction, she is looking for work with that is inventive and strange, brave and honest, with humor and heart. She especially loves fiction that employs genre elements—whether evocatively surreal, slightly askew, or supernatural. In nonfiction, work that investigates culture, identity, sexuality, disability, and mental health is especially welcome
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Narrative nonfiction, history, politics, current affairs, science, biography
Nonfiction that illuminates contemporary issues and shapes public discourse, particularly from academics whose research reaches beyond academia, narrative journalists, and historians who explore politics, history, current affairs, and science with fresh perspective and rigor
Submit your query through Aevitas Creative Management's contact and submissions form. Include a clear description of your project, your relevant credentials and expertise, and sample pages or a synopsis as appropriate to your genre.
Narrative nonfiction
Justin Brouckaert is actively seeking narrative nonfiction in the areas of history, current affairs, sports, internet culture, politics, and science.
Submissions can be made through the Aevitas Creative Management contact and submissions form on their website.
Literary fiction, commercial fiction, women's fiction, crime, thrillers, narrative non-fiction, memoir, current affairs, personal development, humor, ya
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