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Charlotte Colwill

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Colwill & Peddle·UK

Agent profile summary

Represents
fictionchildren's fictionchildren'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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Last checked 27 May 2026·Last verified: 27 May 2026
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Charlotte Colwill is a literary agent at Colwill & Peddle based in UK. Their list focuses on fiction, children's fiction, and children's non-fiction. Currently open to submissions, with responses usually within If no reply within 12 weeks treat as pass. Submissions via Email. For current guidelines, check the agent's own submission page linked below.

Age Categories

Adult, YA, Middle Grade, Children's

Response Time

Usually responds within If no reply within 12 weeks treat as pass

Notes

Charlotte no longer accepts picture book submissions. She began her career as a bookseller, including running the children's department at Foyles Charing Cross Road, before becoming an agent in 2018 and previously worked at Tibor Jones and Jo Unwin Literary Agency. She is particularly drawn to smart romance with an edge, fresh crime fiction, horror with contemporary resonance, and funny literary fiction, as well as middle grade with strong world-building and grounded YA fantasy.

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