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US Commercial fiction Literary Agents

264 agents · 171 currently open to submissions

Commercial fiction agents in the United States represent everything from book club favourites and beach reads to crossover literary novels with mainstream appeal. The category spans domestic thrillers like Gone Girl, women's fiction exploring family dynamics, workplace novels, and relationship-driven stories that prioritise plot momentum alongside character development. Some agents focus on upmarket commercial fiction that bridges literary and mainstream markets, while others prefer high-concept premises, series potential, or stories with film adaptation possibilities. The boundaries often blur with adjacent categories: romantic elements might push a manuscript toward romance agents, psychological complexity toward literary fiction representatives, or suspense threads toward thriller specialists. Many commercial fiction agents also handle memoir, young adult crossover titles, or genre fiction with commercial sensibilities. Before submitting, examine recent client deals and social media presence to understand whether an agent gravitates toward contemporary settings, historical backdrops, or specific themes like family secrets, second chances, or small-town dynamics.

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Represents

Commercial fiction, literary fiction, women's fiction, contemporary coming of age, light speculative fiction, young adult, cozy mystery, cozy fantasy, contemporary romance

Wants: Query letter

Looking for

Juliana loves commercial and literary fiction, stories that explore relationships and make her laugh, women's fiction, contemporary adult coming of age, light speculative fiction, young adult, cozy mysteries, cozy fantasies, and very select contemporary romance with a unique and strong hook.

How to submit

Submit through Juliana's QueryManager route from the agency submissions page. Send only one Rebecca Friedman Literary agent at a time, the agency may pass projects internally.

Last checked 8 Oct 2026Via QueryManager
Represents

Fiction, nonfiction, authentic human experience, diverse voices, commercial storytelling

Looking for

Ashley is described by Europa as an author with a strong eye for story who loves fiction and nonfiction and seeks clients with authentic human experiences that are relatable to the world.

How to submit

No public direct query route for Ashley Coleman was confirmed on the official Europa Content page.

Represents

Literary fiction, historical fiction, book club fiction, business, history, memoir, popular culture, science

Looking for

Narratives in business, history, memoir, popular culture, and science that offer insight and practical wisdom; literary and historical fiction; and books designed to help readers live more meaningful lives

How to submit

Submit queries through Aevitas Creative Management's contact and submissions form. Include standard query materials appropriate to your genre.

Last checked 8 Oct 2026Via Online Form
Represents

Romance, historical fiction, book club fiction, fantasy, non-fiction, graphic novels

Wants: Query letter, synopsis, bio, opening pages

Looking for

Christine is drawn to stories with high stakes and tension. The first pages must draw her in with action and curiosity. Lyrical writing, along with emotionality, physicality, and interiority, are all key components she looks for in a manuscript.

How to submit

Send a query letter with a synopsis of your book, your bio, and the opening 3 or 4 pages embedded in the body of your email. Do not send an attachment without a request to do so.

Last checked 7 Oct 2026Via Email
Represents

Nonfiction, fiction, entertainment, music, pop culture, memoir, cultural history, commercial projects

Wants: Query letter

Looking for

Marc founded Europa Content after roles in editing, television production, independent publishing, book/music packaging, and publishing representation. Europa represents authors, artists, creators, and thought leaders in traditional books and cross-media publishing.

How to submit

The official Europa Content page lists Marc's direct email as marc@europacontent.com. No detailed public query package requirements were confirmed in this pass.

Last checked 3 Oct 2026Via Email
Represents

Literary fiction, commercial fiction, women's fiction, crime, thrillers, narrative non-fiction, memoir, current affairs, personal development, humor, ya

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Stephanie Cabot represents a range of fiction and non-fiction at the New York office of Susanna Lea Associates. The agency seeks literary and commercial fiction, women's fiction, crime, thrillers, narrative non-fiction, memoir, current affairs, personal development, humor, and select young adult with crossover appeal. They are always looking for new voices and good stories with strong international potential.

How to submit

Check agent's submission page

Last checked 27 Sept 2026
Represents

Literary fiction, commercial fiction, women's fiction, crime, thrillers, narrative non-fiction, memoir, current affairs, personal development, humor, ya

Looking for

Stephen M. Morrison represents a range of fiction and nonfiction at Susanna Lea Associates' New York office. His interests encompass Literary Fiction, Commercial Fiction, Women's Fiction, Crime, Thrillers, Narrative Nonfiction, Memoir, Current Affairs, Personal Development, Humor, and select Young Adult with crossover appeal.

How to submit

Check agent's submission page

Last checked 27 Sept 2026
Represents

Literary fiction, commercial fiction, mystery, thriller, current affairs, politics, civil rights, memoir, business, history, health and wellness

Looking for

Fiction and nonfiction across a wide range of genres. Nonfiction interests include current affairs, politics, civil rights, health and wellness, memoir, business, and history; fiction interests include literary and commercial novels, including mysteries and thrillers. Works with established authors, journalists, and public figures whose work demonstrates significant cultural impact or commercial potential.

How to submit

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Last checked 26 Sept 2026Via Other
Represents

Literary fiction, upmarket fiction, commercial fiction, literary nonfiction, culture criticism, essays, political nonfiction, history, popular science

Wants: Query letter, first three chapters, full proposal for nonfiction

Looking for

Erik represents fiction, literary fiction, general fiction with speculative elements, upmarket and commercial fiction, literary nonfiction, culture criticism, essays, political nonfiction and reporting, American history, and popular science.

How to submit

Submit through QueryManager. Follow standard query-letter format, query one Headwater agent at a time, and do not email queries.

Last checked 16 Sept 2026Via QueryManager
Represents

Commercial fiction, young adult, mainstream fiction, women's fiction, romance, suspense, thriller

Wants: Query letter

Looking for

Michelle is actively seeking commercial fiction, young adult, mainstream fiction, women's fiction, romance, suspense, and thrillers. She is drawn to well-written material with strong, interesting characters.

How to submit

Wolfson Literary accepts only online queries through QueryManager. Follow the agent's QueryManager form, email queries are deleted unread.

Last checked 14 Sept 2026Via QueryManager

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