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Start a free account →Politics and current affairs is one of the most time-sensitive parts of trade publishing, where deals move with the news cycle and a strong manuscript can lose its window in months. Agents look for investigative journalism, policy analysis with narrative drive, campaign chronicles, institutional critique, and books that frame a fast-moving story for readers who only half-understand it. Bob Woodward's tradition, post-2016 political memoirs, and the steady appetite for books on big legislative or constitutional questions all live here. Some agents need credentialed authors with platform and access; others champion outsider voices with a sharper angle on the same events. 60+ agents on this page show politics or current affairs signals. Before submitting, consider how timing affects the project and whether the book will read fresh by the time it reaches editors, who often acquire 12 to 18 months out.
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Investigative journalism, history, current affairs, science, memoir, biography, literary fiction
Investigative journalists, thought leaders, memoirists, and prominent academics working in investigative journalism, history, current affairs, science, and big ideas that reshape public discourse. Books with intellectual rigor and cultural impact, particularly those exploring complex social and political subjects.
Submit to Aevitas Creative Management using their contact and submissions form available on their website. Include a query letter describing your project, along with relevant credentials and platform information. Address submissions to the New York office.
Literary fiction, memoir, narrative nonfiction, current affairs, pop culture, children's books
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
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.
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.
Fiction, non-fiction, poetry
Fiction: novels, short stories, novellas with heart and intellect, protagonists on the margins, fresh subversions, class conflict, formally challenging work. Non-fiction: oral/narrative histories, contemporary political/philosophical issues, investigative journalism, literary/cultural criticism, biography
Online portal - https://felicitybryan.com or submissions or submit-your-work/
Non-fiction, history, politics, science, social science, culture, arts
Connor Brown represents upmarket non-fiction across a wide range of subjects including history and politics, ideas and social science, science and medicine, and culture and the arts. He has worked with bestselling and prize-winning authors and represents writers such as A. C. Grayling.
For submission details, visit Connor Brown's website at www.connorbrownliterary.com.
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.
Narrative nonfiction, political journalism, science, business, activism, cookbooks, memoir, history
Bridget Wagner Matzie represents a dynamic list of journalists, scientists, doctors, business leaders, activists, and expert writers who inspire, challenge and expand our understanding of the world. She is most interested in strong original ideas, new and international voices, big-think topics, and books that challenge readers and create discussion.
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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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Thrillers, espionage, book club fiction, romance, gothic fiction, horror, dark humor, politics, smart thinking, big ideas
Thwaites seeks commercial upmarket writing that is powerful and cinematic yet feels different and fresh. She wants stories unlike anything encountered before with gripping plots and strong voices across all genres. She particularly values effortlessly quick-witted and funny writing with memorable characters, and is currently interested in compelling stories with Jewish themes and politics of the US and Middle East.
Email: info@curtisbrown.co.uk
Literary fiction, commercial fiction, mystery, thriller, current affairs, politics, civil rights, memoir, business, history, health and wellness
Fiction and nonfiction across a wide range of genres. Nonfiction interests include current affairs, politics, civil rights, health and wellness, memoir, business, and history; fiction interests include literary and commercial novels, including mysteries and thrillers. Works with established authors, journalists, and public figures whose work demonstrates significant cultural impact or commercial potential.
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History, politics, psychology, business, socially conscious nonfiction
Socially conscious nonfiction that challenges entrenched ideas and envisions a more just and expansive future
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