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; MG; YA
Looking For
Currently focused on: children's fiction, historical fiction, mystery and supernatural horror, seeking 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 Mar 2026Recently verified
Notes
MBA submission guidelines: email first 3 chapters + synopsis as attachments; cover letter in body; no post; not accepting unsolicited film/TV at present.