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Clare Wallace

Open
Darley Anderson·UK

Agent profile summary

Represents
fiction (and adult graphic novels)
Looking for
Seeks strong hook/high concept and unforgettable characters; underrepresented voices. Genres include contemporary/book club, women's fiction, romance/romcom, accessible fantasy, historical with fresh perspective, and adult graphic novels.
How to submit
Online Form
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Clare Wallace is a literary agent at Darley Anderson based in UK. Their list focuses on fiction (and adult graphic novels). Currently open to submissions, with responses usually within 8-12 weeks. Submissions via Online Form. For current guidelines, check the agent's own submission page linked below.

Age Categories

Adult

Response Time

Usually responds within 8-12 weeks

Notes

Submit via Darley Anderson online portal (commercial adult fiction).

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