Will Francis
OpenJanklow & Nesbit UK·UK
Agent profile summary
- Represents
- fictionnon-fictionpoetry
- Looking for
- Popular science; investigative journalism; history; plus novels (per agent page)
- How to submit
Recently verified·Last verified: 7 May 2026
Will Francis is a literary agent at Janklow & Nesbit UK based in UK. Their list focuses on fiction, non-fiction, and poetry. Currently open to submissions, with responses usually within If interested, within 8 weeks. Submissions via Email. For current guidelines, check the agent's own submission page linked below.
Age Categories
Adult
Response Time
Usually responds within If interested, within 8 weeks
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