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Ben Clark

The Soho Agency

Open

RepresentsFiction and non-fiction

Looking forNon-fiction across many areas (narrative, prescriptive, self-help, illustrated, cookery/history/philosophy/economics/memoir/tech/science/business/nature). Fiction: science fiction, horror, fantasy (incl upmarket body horror, book-club friendly SFF, time travel, inventive fantasy epic, underrepresented voices)

How to submitEmail - sohoagencysubmissions@gmail.com

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Last checked 9 Jul 2026

Caroline Hardman

Hardman & Swainson

Open

RepresentsFiction and non-fiction

Looking forFiction: literary, upmarket commercial, book club, historical, crime, thrillers (no sci-fi/fantasy/children's). Non-fiction: serious/pop science, psychology, feminism, big ideas/current affairs, health/body/mind, personal development, selective lifestyle, narrative/memoir

How to submitEmail submissions@hardmanswainson.com. Name your chosen agent in the cover email. For fiction, attach a one-page synopsis and the full manuscript. For non-fiction, attach a proposal and a sample chapter, or the whole work if complete. Submit to one agent only.

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Last checked 9 Jul 2026

David Luxton

David Luxton Associates

Open

RepresentsNon-fiction

Looking forSport, celebrity biography, business and leadership, food-writing, nature-writing, lifestyle. Does not represent fiction, poetry, scripts, or screenplays

How to submitEmail admin@davidluxtonassociates.co.uk with: a synopsis of around 300 words explaining the book and its audience and why you are qualified to write it, a chapter breakdown showing how you will approach the subject, a sample chapter of your choice, and a short biography including any previous writing credits.

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Last checked 9 Jul 2026

Leah Middleton

Marjacq

Open

RepresentsFilm/TV, book-to-screen, screenwriters

Looking forOpen to screenwriters with at least one broadcast credit, all genres and formats

How to submitFull screenplay and full synopsis (including spoilers) and writing CV

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Last checked 9 Jul 2026

Peter Tallack

Curious Minds

Open

RepresentsSerious non-fiction

Looking forSerious/stimulating nonfiction across sciences, maths, natural history, philosophy, health/medicine, technology, history and more

How to submitEmail a proposal and sample chapter to info@curiousmindsagency.com. See the FAQ page for guidance on putting together a proposal.

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Last checked 9 Jul 2026

Rachel Neely

Mushens Entertainment

Open

RepresentsCrime, thrillers, literary thriller, commercial thriller, fantasy, dystopian, literary speculative fiction, dark academia, horror, high-concept book club fiction

Looking forCharacters with dark pasts, tragic futures or buried trauma. Crime and thrillers across the literary and commercial spectrum, fantasy, dystopian fiction, literary speculative fiction, dark academia, horror, and high-concept book club fiction.

How to submitEmail submissions@mushens-entertainment.com with the subject line 'Fiction Submission: TITLE OF YOUR WORK', addressed to Rachel Neely. Include a cover letter in the body of the email, a synopsis as an attachment, and a PDF or Word document of your first three chapters, first 10–15,000 words, or first 50 pages. Manuscript must be complete at time of submission.

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Last checked 9 Jul 2026

Abi Fellows

DHH Literary Agency

Open

RepresentsFiction and non-fiction

Looking forPacy romcoms, dark literary, historical forgotten perspectives, under-represented voices, non-fiction provoking discussion (memoir/polemic/recovered histories/culture studies/self-help)

How to submitEmail af.submission@dhhliteraryagency.com with cover letter, one-page synopsis, and first three chapters for fiction. For non-fiction, send a proposal including an overview, author bio, chapter breakdown, sources, sample chapter, comparable titles, media links, and any praise.

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Last checked 8 Jul 2026

Emma Paterson

Aitken Alexander Associates

Open

RepresentsFiction, non-fiction, poetry

Looking forStory-led and character-driven novels, rich worldbuilding (realist/speculative, contemporary/historical). Non-fiction: history, politics, philosophy, psychology, true crime, narrative sports writing, literary biography, academics, journalists, critics

How to submitEmail submissions@aitkenalexander.co.uk with the subject line marked FAO Emma Paterson. For fiction, attach the first three chapters or fifty pages plus a short synopsis as Word-compatible files. For narrative non-fiction, send a short overview and up to 10,000 words of sample writing, for subject-led non-fiction, send a proposal of approximately 5,000 words outlining the book and your credentials, plus at least 5,000 words of sample writing. Include a cover letter with a brief book description, any writing credits or relevant qualifications, and a short biographical note. Note whether you are submitting simultaneously to other agencies.

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Last checked 8 Jul 2026

Ciara McEllin

Watson Little

Open

RepresentsLiterary fiction, upmarket fiction, book club fiction, narrative non-fiction, memoir, essay collections, food writing, cookbooks

Looking forFiction and non-fiction from underrepresented voices. In fiction, drawn to literary, upmarket and book club novels exploring family and relationship dynamics, sexuality, identity, and vulnerability — particularly stories about polyamory and ethical non-monogamy, epic multi-generational narratives, intelligent romantic comedies, relationship drama, coming-of-age tales centred on girlhood, and intimate formally inventive prose. In non-fiction, interested in narrative, memoir and essay collections from experts, academics, critics and journalists writing about society and culture, especially writers seeking to reshape conversations in their field. Particularly keen to add cookbooks and food writing to her list. Does not represent children's, YA or fantasy.

How to submitEmail submissions@watsonlittle.com with Ciara's name specified. Include a cover letter in the body of the email with genre, word count, one-line pitch and a brief author bio. For fiction, attach approximately 10,000 words from the beginning of the manuscript and a separate synopsis as Word documents. For non-fiction, attach a full proposal as a single Word document. Do not submit to more than one Watson, Little agent at once. No AI-generated material accepted.

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Last checked 3 Jul 2026

Laura MacDougall

United Agents

Open

RepresentsCommercial fiction, saga, romance, historical fiction, book club fiction, up-lit, literary fiction, LGBTQ fiction, LGBTQ nonfiction, narrative nonfiction, popular science, psychology, history, sport

Looking forLaura MacDougall is a literary agent at United Agents with a broad and eclectic list across adult fiction and non-fiction. She represents commercial fiction including saga, romance, historical, book club and up-lit, and literary fiction ranging from the quirky to the daring and experimental, with a particular love of historical fiction and novels about relationships and family life. As a queer woman she represents many LGBTQ writers and is keen to hear from LGBTQ authors across fiction and non-fiction. In non-fiction she wants big ideas books and narrative non-fiction across popular science, psychology and culture, sport, history, and race, class, gender, sexuality and identity. She does not represent young adult or children's books, science fiction, fantasy or horror, Mind Body Spirit non-fiction, or cookery and food writing.

How to submitSubmit through United Agents naming Laura MacDougall. For fiction send the first three chapters and a synopsis. For non-fiction send a detailed proposal.

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Last checked 1 Jul 2026

Emily Jones

The Bright Agency

Open

RepresentsIllustrators, children's illustration, middle grade, non-fiction, poetry

Looking forArtists and visual storytellers for children's books, with a background in Middle Grade fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and illustrated storytelling.

How to submitUse the official Bright submissions form. Illustrators should upload a PDF portfolio with at least 10 samples and a website or social media link. Author-illustrators should follow the relevant picture book or Middle Grade instructions and include art samples.

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Last checked 30 Jun 2026

Antony Topping

Greene & Heaton

Open

RepresentsHistorical thrillers, literary fiction, upmarket genre fiction, book club fiction, science writing, food writing, history, nature writing, music journalism, memoir, cultural criticism

Looking forContemporary crime and thrillers, historical fiction and historical crime, upmarket and literary fiction with a fresh or distinctive angle, voices from marginalised or underrepresented communities, and non-fiction on any subject where the author has found the right angle and can make the material a page-turning story

How to submitEmail submissions@greeneheaton.co.uk with covering letter in the body of the email. Fiction: attach first three chapters or around fifty pages plus a one-to-two page synopsis that reveals the ending. Non-fiction: attach three sample chapters or around fifty pages plus a chapter breakdown or synopsis. Attach files as Word documents, not PDFs. Include preferred agent name in the subject line.

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Last checked 29 Jun 2026

David H Headley

DHH Literary Agency

Open

RepresentsFiction

Looking forCharacter-driven debuts, sweeping stories with big universal themes, high concepts, thought-provoking, uplifting, original narrative voices, emotional journeys. Not: sci-fi, fantasy, children/YA, poetry, plays, screenplays, short stories/novellas, any non-fiction

How to submitRead each agent's profile and only submit to one agent from DHH. Follow the individual agent's submission guidelines. Do not submit via phone or the general enquiries email.

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Last checked 29 Jun 2026

Angharad Kowal Stannus

Kowal Stannus Agency

Open

RepresentsFiction, non-fiction, illustration

Looking forFull manuscript/portfolio; brief description of the work; brief bio (per contact page).

How to submitFull manuscript or portfolio, brief description of the work, and brief bio

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Last checked 24 Jun 2026

Joanna Swainson

Hardman & Swainson

Open

RepresentsFiction, non-fiction

Looking forFiction: crime/thrillers across commercial-literary, atmospheric/setting-as-character, accessible speculative, ghost stories, folk horror, originality and distinctive voice, humour threaded. Non-fiction: narrative history/prehistory, memoir, nature/landscape, folklore

How to submitEmail submissions@hardmanswainson.com. For fiction, attach a one-page synopsis and the full manuscript. For non-fiction, attach a proposal and a sample chapter (or the full work if completed). Name your chosen agent in the cover email. Submit to one agent only, do not email individual agent addresses.

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Last checked 24 Jun 2026

Sonia Land

Sheil Land Associates Ltd

Open

RepresentsFiction and non-fiction

Looking forLiterary and commercial fiction, children's and YA, non-fiction including memoir/biography, cookery, gardening, humour, history, lifestyle, mind-body-spirit, politics, popular science, psychology, travel

How to submitEmail - submissions@sheilland.co.uk

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Last checked 23 Jun 2026

Jenny Hewson

Lutyens & Rubinstein

Open

RepresentsLiterary fiction, book club fiction, memoir, narrative non-fiction

Looking forDistinctive voices, strong writing, literary-to-commercial sweet spot, short powerful novels, ambitious intergenerational stories, gothic, historical, some fantasy, experts writing popular science/health/social history

How to submitEmail a covering letter, a short synopsis, and the first three chapters (or up to 5,000 words) to submissions@lutyensrubinstein.co.uk. If you have a particular agent in mind, let the reader Susannah Godman know. No plays or scripts, do not post unsolicited manuscripts.

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Last checked 20 Jun 2026

Andrew Lownie

Andrew Lownie Literary Agency

Open

RepresentsNon-fiction

Looking forNon-fiction

How to submitEmail lownie@globalnet.co.uk with: a 1-page bullet-point mini-synopsis highlighting what makes the book new and special, including proposed word count and delivery date, a 1-page author biography covering qualifications to write the book, a 1-page overview of the five most recent competing and comparable titles with author, title, publisher, date, and a note on how each relates to your book, a 1-page list of sources used, a 1-page note on specialist marketing outlets, a half-page synopsis per chapter (around ten pages total), and a sample chapter. Do not send blanket submissions addressed to multiple agents.

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Last checked 18 Jun 2026

Jodie Hodges

United Agents

Open

RepresentsPicture books, young fiction, children's fiction, middle grade

Looking forPicture books and young fiction, classic storytelling for 8-12 across genres, not right agent for YA

How to submitEmail jhodges@unitedagents.co.uk

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Last checked 16 Jun 2026

Claire Conrad

Janklow & Nesbit UK

Open

RepresentsFiction and non-fiction

Looking forUpmarket commercial to literary fiction, distinctive voice/character-driven with strong hook/unusual perspective, multigenerational novels, gripping love stories, funny fiction, feminist/revisionary, experimental/form. Non-fiction: memoir and narrative, history, food writing/food system, nature/planet, popular science, genre-melding cultural writing

How to submitEmail submissions@janklow.co.uk with your full name, the title of your work, and Claire Paterson Conrad's name in the subject line. For fiction: include a covering letter (in the email body), synopsis, and the first three chapters or first fifty pages as attachments. For non-fiction: include a covering letter, a full chapter-by-chapter outline, and a sample chapter. All documents should be double-spaced, size 12, in a reasonable font, and submitted as Word or PDF attachments — no external links. Responses are sent within 8 weeks if the agency wishes to read more.

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Last checked 10 Jun 2026

Cara Lee Simpson

Susanna Lea Associates (London)

Open

RepresentsFiction and narrative non-fiction

Looking forGeneral fiction, book club, literary fiction, smart clean or lyrical prose, interesting form/structure, character-driven with unusual protagonists, stories exploring gender/race/class/sexuality, selective memoir/nature/social commentary

How to submitEmail a concise cover letter with contact details and relevant background, a brief synopsis, and either the first three chapters or a detailed proposal to london@susannalea.com. Do not submit to more than one office.

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Last checked 2 Jun 2026

Laura Bennett

Liverpool Literary Agency

Open

RepresentsAdult fiction, upper na/crossover fantasy, crossover sci-fi, crossover dystopian, crossover steampunk, crossover post-apocalyptic

Looking forAdult fiction of all genres and upper NA/Crossover (16+) fantasy (including urban), SF, dystopian, steampunk, and post-apocalyptic fiction. Crossover fiction in these genres is accepted by Laura only.

How to submitEmail - submissions@liverpool-literary.agency

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Last checked 31 May 2026

Peter Cox

Redhammer Management

Open

RepresentsFiction, non-fiction, cross-media rights

Looking forPreviously published authors seeking to upgrade their representation, self-published authors interested in foreign rights, film, television, and other media deals, and celebrities, whistleblowers, or individuals with unique life stories requiring cross-media expertise. Aspiring unpublished authors are directed to Litopia Writers' Colony rather than through a traditional submission process.

How to submitContact form - https://redhammer.info or contact/

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Last checked 30 May 2026

Donya Dickerson

Aevitas Creative Management

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RepresentsNonfiction, business, personal development, self-help, pop culture, science, technology, history, parenting

Looking forDonya focuses primarily on nonfiction in the categories of business, personal development, self-help, pop culture, science, technology, history, and parenting. She is looking for breakthrough thinking, experts with a fresh voice, and new approaches to solving the problems people face daily. She is especially drawn to books that help others be their best self and succeed in both their professional and personal lives.

How to submitDonya only accepts queries through Query Manager at https:// queryManager.com or 3213.

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Last checked 15 Jul 2026

Robert Kirby

United Agents

Closed

RepresentsLiterary fiction, non-fiction

Looking forScience, psychology, cultural history, environmental issues, gripping adventure, speculative fiction, emotionally driven commercial fiction

How to submitRefer to United Agents submission guidelines at https://www.unitedagents.co.uk or submission-guidelines

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Last checked 14 Jul 2026

Michelle Gayle

The Blair Partnership

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RepresentsEmerging talent, women's stories, minority voices, working class stories, film and television

Looking forMichelle Gayle is listed by The Blair Partnership as Agent-at-Large. The official agents page says she is passionate about telling stories that depict the struggles of women, minorities, and the working class. The official announcement says she was appointed as an Agent-at-Large to help increase the breadth of the agency's representation and to focus on finding emerging talent.

How to submitThe official Blair agents roster does not expose a Michelle Gayle-specific public submission email or materials checklist in this run. The stored source previously pointed to Hattie Grunewald, the corrected official source is the Blair agents roster that lists Michelle Gayle as Agent-at-Large.

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Last checked 11 Jul 2026

Clare Coombes

Liverpool Literary Agency

Closed

RepresentsHistorical fiction, crime fiction, psychological thrillers, women's fiction, adult fiction

Looking forHistorical fiction, crime fiction, psychological thrillers and women's fiction, open to great adult fiction with a strong hook. Excludes non-fiction, children's and YA. Encourages under-represented writers from the North of England

How to submitEmail submissions@liverpool-literary.agency with a cover email including details about you, the book genre, blurb, inspirations, comparable authors and titles, and why your book will stand out. Attach a synopsis and first three chapters or first 5,000 words in a Word document with numbered pages.

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Last checked 9 Jul 2026

Miriam Cortinovis

Ki Agency

Closed

RepresentsScience fiction, fantasy, speculative fiction, contemporary YA, middle grade, YA, adult

Looking forSpeculative fiction across all sub-genres, with a strong voice and original concept — a speculative element is required for adult and Middle Grade works. For YA, also accepts contemporary fiction without a speculative element. Particularly interested in work informed by non-binary, bisexual, and chronically ill perspectives, and inspired by video games and tabletop RPGs. Not a fit for literary fiction, adult contemporary, non-fiction, historical fiction without a significant speculative lens, picture books, or chapter books.

How to submitMiriam is currently closed to unsolicited queries. When open, submit your first 10 pages, query letter, and synopsis via QueryTracker: https:// queryTracker.net or query or miriamc

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Last checked 9 Jul 2026

Charlotte van Wijk

PEW Literary

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Looking forSee source page for more info

How to submitEmail submissions@pewliterary.com with your manuscript as a Word or PDF attachment, 1.5 or double-spaced, along with a cover letter about yourself as a writer. Submissions can also be sent by post to: Submissions, PEW Literary, 46 Lexington Street, London W1F 0LP — include an email address for their response but no stamped addressed envelope.

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Last checked 8 Jul 2026

Alison Bonomi

LBA Books

Closed

RepresentsCrime, historical fiction, historical romance, women's fiction

Looking forCrime, historical fiction (especially historical romance), women's fiction

How to submitAlison is not currently receiving submissions. When open, email the agent directly. Include the manuscript title and genre in the subject line. For fiction, send a covering letter in the body of the email, a brief synopsis, and the first three chapters or first 5,000 words as a Word document.

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Last checked 1 Jul 2026

Fabienne Schwizer

Ki Agency

Closed

RepresentsAdult and YA science fiction, fantasy, horror, related genres, serious non-fiction (broad history)

Looking forStrong voices/atmosphere, genre with social criticism, not memoir/women's fiction/very spicy stories

How to submitSubmit a query letter, synopsis, and first fifty pages via https://querytracker.net or query or fabienneschwizer/

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Last checked 1 Jul 2026

Kate Mack

Aevitas Creative Management (ACM UK)

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RepresentsNonfiction, cultural history, fashion, music, illustrated books for adults, humor

Looking forKate Mack represents nonfiction. She is most interested in cultural history, fashion, music, illustrated books for adults, strong female voices, humor, and stories that give a voice to a person or community that has historically been silenced or ostracized.

How to submitOnline submission form

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Last checked 28 Jun 2026

Jack Ramm

Aevitas Creative Management (ACM UK)

Closed

RepresentsFiction, nonfiction, humanities, science

Looking forJack Ramm is an agent at Aevitas Creative Management UK representing fiction and nonfiction. He loves big ideas in the humanities and sciences, books by people whose expertise lays a claim on readers' attention, and novelists who balance style with story.

How to submitJack Ramm is currently closed to new submissions. Aevitas states that agents absent from its official submissions drop-down are closed, and Jack is not currently listed. Do not submit by mail, telephone, or simultaneously to multiple Aevitas agents.

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Last checked 18 Jun 2026

Lucy Catchpole

The Catchpole Agency

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RepresentsVisit agent's website for details

Looking forSee source page for more info

How to submitCheck agent's submission page

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Last checked 16 Jun 2026

Caroline Montgomery

Rupert Crew Ltd

Closed

RepresentsFiction and non-fiction

Looking forNon-fiction: craft, cookery, biography, memoir, health, mind body spirit, travel, history, natural history, true crime, pop culture. Fiction: commercial women's, crime, thrillers, literary (not experimental), YA, children's

How to submitAgency is currently closed to new clients and not accepting submissions.

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Last checked 6 Jun 2026

Mic Cheetham

Mic Cheetham Agency

Closed

RepresentsLiterary fiction, historical fiction, science fiction, fantasy

Looking forSee source page for more info

How to submitThe agency is currently closed for submissions. Submissions are expected to reopen in the new year, so prospective authors should check the website periodically for updates.

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Last checked 2 Jun 2026