Matthew Hamilton
OpenThe Hamilton Agency·UK
Agent profile summary
- Represents
- non-fictionpoliticsculturebiographymemoirmusic writing
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fiction - Looking for
- Adult
- How to submit
- Online Form
Recently verified·Last verified: 15 May 2026
Matthew Hamilton is a literary agent at The Hamilton Agency based in UK. Their list focuses on genres including non-fiction, politics, and culture. Currently open to submissions, with responses usually within 2 months. Submissions via Online Form. For current guidelines, check the agent's own submission page linked below.
Age Categories
Adult
Response Time
Usually responds within 2 months
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