Sophie Barnett
OpenInkWell Management·US
Agent profile summary
- Represents
- literary fictioncultural history
- Looking for
- Query Letter, First 1-2 Chapters
- How to submit
Recently verified·Last verified: 13 May 2026
Sophie Barnett is a literary agent at InkWell Management based in US. Their list focuses on literary fiction and cultural history. Currently open to submissions, with responses usually within two months if interested. Submissions via Email. For current guidelines, check the agent's own submission page linked below.
Response Time
Usually responds within two months if interested
Notes
Graduate of Colby College with BA in 2015. Started career at Harper's BAZAAR, spent nearly a decade in tech sector before returning to publishing.
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