Barbara Levy
OpenBarbara Levy Literary Agency·UK
Represents
writers, presenters and journalists (books and related rights)
Wants to See
Background/career info and synopsis and first 3 chapters (~50 pages). Not poetry, plays, original screenplays, scripts, or children's picture books.
Age Categories
Adult
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.
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- Response time
- No stated timeframe (no acknowledgement)
- Last verified
- 7 Apr 2026Recently verified
Notes
Founded in 1986, the agency handles all aspects of clients' careers including book representation, film and TV adaptations, personal appearances, corporate speaking, journalism, and TV presenter agreements. It works with co-agents for foreign and US sales, is a member of the AAA, and Barbara Levy has served on its committee twice. Commission is 15% for home market advances and royalties, and 20% (or by arrangement) for translation, US, and film and TV sales.