Barrie James
ClosedBarrie James Literary Agency·UK
Agent profile summary
- Represents
- literary fiction
- Looking for
- Synopsis, Writing sample
- How to submit
Recently verified·Last verified: 19 May 2026
Barrie James is a literary agent at Barrie James Literary Agency based in UK. Their list focuses on literary fiction. Currently closed to submissions. Submissions via Email. For current guidelines, check the agent's own submission page linked below.
Age Categories
Adult, Children's
Notes
The New Authors Showcase was established in 1997 as a low-cost platform for unpublished writers to display samples of their work online, with the agency explicitly stating it no longer submits work to publishers in the traditional manner. The site itself recommends Kindle as a superior and free alternative for writers seeking exposure.
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