Sophie Gorell Barnes
OpenMBA Literary Agents·UK
Represents
fiction and non-fiction, audio rights, some playwrights
Wants to See
Currently focused on: children's fiction, historical fiction, mystery and supernatural horror; seeking slick and humorous middle grade fiction and STEM titles for children (per agent page).
Age Categories
Adult, Children's, Middle Grade, YA
Looking For
Children's fiction, historical fiction, mystery and supernatural horror; particularly slick and humorous middle grade fiction and STEM titles for children
Submission Details
- Submit via
- Response time
- If no response within 8 weeks treat as pass (MBA policy)
- Last verified
- 5 Apr 2026Recently verified
Notes
MBA submission guidelines: email first 3 chapters and synopsis as attachments; cover letter in body; no post; not accepting unsolicited film/TV at present.