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Jessica Woollard

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David Higham Associates·UK

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Represents
narrative non-fictionliterary fiction
Looking for
Narrative non-fiction with strong writing (science/nature/landscape/anthropology/history/politics/philosophy/gender/health/myth; environmentally aware). Internationally relevant literary fiction; character-led; warm/life-affirming or dark; lasting impression.
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Jessica Woollard is a literary agent at David Higham Associates based in UK. Their list focuses on narrative non-fiction and literary fiction. Currently open to submissions, with responses usually within to respond within 12 weeks (agency guideline). Submissions via Email. For current guidelines, check the agent's own submission page linked below.

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Adult

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Usually responds within to respond within 12 weeks (agency guideline)

Notes

Agent page requests submissions be sent to both Jessica and assistant Esme Bright.

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