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US Fantasy Literary Agents

290 agents · 177 currently open to submissions

Fantasy remains one of publishing's most expansive genres, spanning everything from epic high fantasy in the tradition of Tolkien to urban fantasy series like Jim Butcher's Dresden Files, romantic fantasy, and literary fantasy that blurs genre boundaries. At least 108 agents actively represent fantasy manuscripts, though their preferences vary significantly between sub-categories. Some focus exclusively on adult epic fantasy with complex world-building and multi-book potential, while others seek young adult fantasy, paranormal romance, or contemporary fantasy set in recognisable worlds. The category frequently overlaps with science fiction, horror, and romance, making agent research essential before submitting. Many agents specify word count expectations, with adult fantasy typically running longer than other genres, while others explicitly avoid certain fantasy sub-genres like grimdark or portal fantasy. Understanding whether an agent represents standalone fantasy novels versus series, and their stance on fantasy romance or darker fantasy elements, helps writers target their submissions effectively and avoid mismatched expectations.

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Represents

Literary fiction, science fiction, fantasy, speculative fiction

Looking for

Layered and deeply satisfying upmarket fiction, bookclub fiction with light speculative elements, and science fiction and fantasy stories with fresh worlds and nuanced themes. Her taste is eclectic across genres and age ranges, and she welcomes queries from authors uncertain whether their work fits her list.

How to submit

Query Mary Moore through Aevitas Creative Management's contact and submissions form. Include information about your manuscript and your writing background. She prefers to begin representation in one genre before expanding to others, though she is comfortable representing multiple genres and age ranges for established clients.

Last checked 24 May 2026Via Online Form
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 15 May 2026Via QueryManager

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