The Blair Partnership·UK
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Neil Blair is a literary agent at The Blair Partnership based in UK. Submission status not confirmed at time of writing. Submissions via Email. For current guidelines, check the agent's own submission page linked below.
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Neil Blair is the founder of The Blair Partnership and is best known for representing J.K. Rowling, including her work published under the Robert Galbraith pseudonym. He previously worked at Christopher Little Literary Agency before establishing his own agency.
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RepresentsEmerging talent, women's stories, minority voices, working class stories, film and television
Looking forMichelle Gayle is listed by The Blair Partnership as Agent-at-Large. The official agents page says she is passionate about telling stories that depict the struggles of women, minorities, and the working class. The official announcement says she was appointed as an Agent-at-Large to help increase the breadth of the agency's representation and to focus on finding emerging talent.
How to submitThe official Blair agents roster does not expose a Michelle Gayle-specific public submission email or materials checklist in this run. The stored source previously pointed to Hattie Grunewald, the corrected official source is the Blair agents roster that lists Michelle Gayle as Agent-at-Large.
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RepresentsChildren's fiction and non-fiction (to YA/crossover)
Looking forAmbitious storytelling, bold structure/voice, fresh takes on genre, author/illustrators, underrepresented/marginalised voices, high-concept contemporary YA romance, horror/thrillers, hooky YA fantasy/speculative, hilarious MG, screen potential
How to submitEmail - rachelsubmissions@theblairpartnership.com
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RepresentsCrime fiction, thriller, mystery, book club fiction
Looking forAdult commercial fiction paired with punchy concepts and irresistible voice. Particularly drawn to psychological thrillers where nothing is as it seems, groundbreaking mysteries that blur genres, and literary crime writing that crosses boundaries. Also actively looking for book club novels with exceptional writing that create emotional resonance, as well as imaginative cross-genre works that blend mystery with horror, romance, or other unexpected combinations.
How to submitSend your submission to EdSubmissions@theblairpartnership.com. Include your manuscript or sample pages along with a cover letter outlining your concept and voice.
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RepresentsNon-fiction
Looking forNon-fiction aimed at big, mainstream adult audiences, written by authors who are experts in their fields or have established platforms. Particularly interested in history (broad brushstrokes or specific stories that read as compellingly as fiction), true crime, accessible pop science, stories with animals at their heart, useful cookery that does something new, and puzzle and humour books. Also keen on books that bring readers joy, improve their health, wellbeing, career or lives, and books that help readers understand the world today, such as titles on politics, climate and nature. Not looking for fiction.
How to submitCurrently closed to submissions. When open, email emilysubmissions@theblairpartnership.com with the working title in the subject line. Include a one-line elevator pitch, a short blurb, target market and genre, and anything relevant about you (prizes, social media platforms, qualifications, career experience). Attach a proposal document and writing sample in one Word document or PDF. The proposal should be no more than 10,000 words and include why your book is different from what has been published before, why your target market needs it now, at least three comparable titles, and a writing sample of 1–3 chapters. Do not send Pages documents, Google documents, WeTransfer or DropBox downloads. Do not post submissions. Emily also asks submitters to address four criteria in their email: an eye-catching hook or appealing promise, evidence of an existing adult audience, strong reasons why you are the right author for the project, and that the work is written with flair or includes beautiful illustrations.
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The Blair Partnership
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RepresentsFiction and non-fiction
Looking forCommercial and upmarket fiction (book club, crime and thriller, historical, contemporary), commercial women's/romantic fiction, some lifestyle/personal development non-fiction
How to submitEmail hattiesubmissions@theblairpartnership.com
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RepresentsCommercial fiction, non-fiction, screenwriters
Looking forRory represents clients across commercial fiction and non-fiction, as well as screenwriters and brands. With valuable experience working as a senior publisher, he has a deep and pragmatic understanding of what discerning editors want to see from clients' manuscripts.
How to submitRory is currently closed to submissions. Please direct your submission to Hattie, Rachel, Emily, or Ed instead.
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