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Curtis Brown

Open
RepresentsFantasy, romantasy, rom-coms, book club romance, female-focused psychological thrillers, historical fiction, commercial non-fiction
Looking forDark fantasy, romantasy (commercial and upmarket), dark academia, political intrigue, genre-blending (horror/romance, fantasy/horror), psychological thrillers with a dark edge, unhinged female protagonists, stories from underrepresented backgrounds. Interested in previously self-published authors within these genres and fanfiction authors writing original fiction
How to submitSend your cover letter, synopsis, and first three chapters or 10,000 words for fiction, or a proposal for non-fiction, to ciara.finan@curtisbrown.co.uk. Due to the volume of submissions received, a response to every query is not guaranteed. Writers should keep the agent updated if they receive a full manuscript request or an offer of representation from another agent.
Last checked 18 Oct 2026

Curious Minds

Open
RepresentsAdult non-fiction (experts/academics, smart science, current affairs), rarely fiction
Looking forIdeas-led books, smart science and current affairs, niche-obsessed experts; particular interest in LGBTQ books
How to submitEmail - info@curiousmindsagency.com
Last checked 18 Oct 2026

United Agents

Open
RepresentsLiterary fiction, narrative non-fiction
Looking forLiterary fiction and narrative non-fiction, award-winning food writers, academics, stylish prose, sly humour, complex characterisation, challenging ideas and identity
How to submitEmail zross@unitedagents.co.uk with a one-line elevator pitch, two or three comparable books, and a back-cover blurb. Attach a one-page synopsis and the first three chapters (fiction), or a proposal with a twenty-page writing sample (non-fiction).
Last checked 18 Oct 2026

Artellus Ltd

Open
RepresentsFiction and non-fiction
Looking forLiterary fiction, social history, travel and cookery
How to submitEmail an enquiry, synopsis, and first three chapters to submissions@artellusltd.co.uk. Postal submissions are not accepted.
Last checked 18 Oct 2026

Barbara Levy Literary Agency

Open
RepresentsFiction, non-fiction
Looking forDeveloping new writers in fiction and non-fiction
How to submitEmail submissions@barbaralevyagency.com with a brief biography and career background, a synopsis, and the first three chapters (approximately 50 pages), double spaced with numbered pages. Postal submissions are also accepted at Barbara Levy Literary Agency, 64 Greenhill, Hampstead High Street, London NW3 5TZ. Note whether you are submitting simultaneously to other agents. Include an email address or stamped addressed envelope if you want materials returned.
Last checked 18 Oct 2026

Bell Lomax Moreton

Open
RepresentsChildren's and YA fiction, na/crossover, commercial women's fiction, narrative non-fiction
Looking forMG: voice-driven with heart/humour, contemporary or MG fantasy series. YA: friendships/firsts/feels, high-concept/speculative romance or thriller. NA and commercial women's: romance-forward with unusual circumstances, romcom (college/university), darkly comic new-parenthood, also speculative/historical romance. Romantasy: romance-forward, grounded magic, morally grey. Non-fiction: extraordinary challenges/adventures, experts in STEM/history/pop culture/mental health. Not sci-fi, crime fiction, picture books
How to submitEmail submission@bell-lomax.co.uk with a covering letter in the email body, a short synopsis (including full plot details), and the first three chapters (no more than 50 pages, double spaced) as a Word document or PDF. Do not address the submission to more than one agent.
Last checked 18 Oct 2026
Open
RepresentsHumorous fiction, action fiction, commercial fiction
Looking forBooks with humour, particularly when it is edgy, smart, and driven by characters' own actions, flaws, and foibles. Strong-voiced action stories that create genuine connection with a character before placing them in peril, with premises that explore "what if" scenarios to their extremes. Narratives that deliver surprises in a satisfying, inevitable way.
How to submitOther submissions
Last checked 18 Oct 2026

Andrew Nurnberg Associates

Open
RepresentsTranslation/rights agent, some UK representation
Looking forFrench language rights (all); Brazil/Italy/Portugal/Spanish language (Children's & YA); enjoys representing authors internationally
How to submitEmail - submissions@nurnberg.co.uk (FAO Lucy Flynn)
Last checked 18 Oct 2026

Susanna Lea Associates (London)

Open
RepresentsFiction and narrative non-fiction
Looking forRemarkable writing, fresh voices, and underrepresented perspectives across a range of fiction and non-fiction genres.
How to submitEmail a concise cover letter including 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.
Last checked 18 Oct 2026

The Bright Agency

Open
RepresentsAuthors and illustrators across all genres and age ranges, non-fiction
Looking forPicture books with strong characterisation, genuine emotional impact, and artwork and stories that feel full of life; non-fiction where artists and authors bring fresh energy to familiar subjects through a new perspective or by experimenting with style and format
How to submitOnline form - https://thebrightagency.com or uk or submissions or new?division=literary
Last checked 18 Oct 2026

Blake Friedmann Literary Agency

Open
RepresentsFiction and non-fiction (also scripts)
Looking forAction thrillers, crime, espionage, political thrillers, eclectic but list described as pretty full, not children's/YA/poetry, not fantasy/SF/dystopian, prefers UK-based writers/stories
How to submitEmail julian@blakefriedmann.co.uk with an introductory cover letter in the body of the email, and attach a synopsis (250-300 words, including the ending) and the first three chapters or first 10,000 words as Word documents (.doc or .docx). Include the book title and your name in the subject line. Name each attachment with the book title, your name, and either SYNOPSIS or CHAPTERS.
Last checked 18 Oct 2026

Spring Literary

Open
RepresentsChildren's fiction, YA, children's non-fiction, picture books, illustration
Looking forHigh-quality writing and illustration that takes a fresh or different approach to storytelling or illustration; the agency does not publish a detailed wishlist because they often do not know what they want until they see it
How to submitEmail submissions@springliterary.com with a covering email explaining who you are and why you are getting in touch. Fiction: one-page synopsis and 5,000–10,000 word sample chapters in Word (no full manuscript). Non-fiction: synopsis, rationale for writing it, and three sample sections or chapters, optional short CV. Picture books: up to four full texts. Illustrators: portfolio of up to 10 images as PDFs or JPGs, keeping file sizes small.
Last checked 17 Oct 2026

Curtis Brown

Open
RepresentsNon-fiction and select fiction
Looking forPractical, accessible non-fiction told with an engaging voice, memoir, stories of extraordinary lives and remarkable careers, unusual approaches to life writing. Also works editorially with debut fiction authors
How to submitSubmissions should be sent by email to lucy.morris@curtisbrown.co.uk.
Last checked 17 Oct 2026

Darley Anderson

Open
RepresentsFiction (and adult graphic novels)
Looking forStrong hook/high concept and unforgettable characters, underrepresented voices. Genres include contemporary/book club fiction, women's fiction, romance/romcom, accessible fantasy, historical fiction with a fresh perspective, and adult graphic novels
How to submitOnline form - https://darleyanderson.com or submissions/
Last checked 17 Oct 2026

Susanna Lea Associates

Open
RepresentsFiction, non-fiction, memoirs, popular science, historical fiction, crime, thrillers
Looking forAnnabel White is a rights agent building a list of East Asian authors in translation, with a strong focus on Japanese literature. She works with agencies and publishers in Japan to place titles with English-language publishers in the UK, US, and internationally. Her interests span fiction and non-fiction, and her current authors include novelists, memoirists, and food writers.
How to submitSend a submission package to london@susannalea.com. See the submissions page for more details on how to submit to the London office.
Last checked 17 Oct 2026

Susanna Lea Associates

Open
RepresentsVisit agent's website for details
Looking forSee source page for more info
How to submitEmail a concise cover letter (including contact details and relevant background), a brief synopsis, and either the first three chapters or a detailed proposal. French-language submissions go to paris@susannalea.com, UK, ANZ and Commonwealth submissions to london@susannalea.com, North American submissions to ny@susannalea.com. Do not submit to more than one office.
Last checked 17 Oct 2026

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.
Last checked 17 Oct 2026

Greenstone Literary Agency

Open
RepresentsFiction and non-fiction
Looking forCommercial/book club fiction (edging literary), thrillers with unusual location or speculative edge, historical with real figures, gothic/magical/haunted, speculative love stories, romcoms, fantasy with unique magic/folklore. Non-fiction from experts/creators including food writing, women's health, maternal/sport/mental health. Not sci-fi, erotica, graphic novels, children's/MG/YA, or poetry
How to submitOnline form - https://www.greenstoneliterary.com or submissions
Last checked 17 Oct 2026

Georgina Capel Associates

Open
RepresentsLiterary fiction, commercial fiction, short story collections
Looking forLiterary, book club, and commercial fiction, and short story collections.
How to submitEmail: polly@georginacapel.com
Last checked 17 Oct 2026

Pérez Literary & Entertainment

Open
RepresentsYoung adult, new adult, contemporary romance, romantasy, fantasy, paranormal romance
Looking forIsabel Lineberry is Junior Agent and Rights Administrator at Perez Literary & Entertainment and is building a client list focused on YA, New Adult, and romance. She represents YA and New Adult and is particularly interested in contemporary romance, romantasy, fantasy, paranormal romance, queer and underrepresented voices, strong character and voice, romantic tension, charming villains, banter, morally grey characters, kick-ass heroines, believable worldbuilding, fairytale retellings, dark fantasy, alternate histories, historical fantasy, and occasional steampunk or dystopia. She is not interested in cheating storylines, accidental pregnancy, step-sibling romance, unnecessary miscommunication tropes, or Tolkien-esque hard worldbuilding with 100k+ quests.
How to submitSubmit only through QueryManager at http:// queryManager.com or IsabelLineberry. PLE asks for a query letter and the first ten pages of a novel or the first ten pages of a nonfiction sample chapter. Submissions received by email or other methods will not be considered or read. Do not send an exclusive query.
Last checked 16 Oct 2026

The Bright Agency

Open
RepresentsIllustrators, children's illustration, children's books
Looking forChildren's illustration artists and publishing projects, with experience in children's trade titles and digital illustration.
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.
Last checked 16 Oct 2026

Lucy Luck Associates

Open
RepresentsVisit agent's website for details
Looking forSee source page for more info
How to submitEmail: lucy@lucyluck.com
Last checked 16 Oct 2026

Zeno Agency

Open
RepresentsHorror, romance, romantasy, crime thriller, fantasy
Looking forKirsten represents horror, romance, romantasy, crime thrillers, and fantasy. She is particularly interested in Scottish voices (especially from the North East of Scotland), water horror inspired by the sea or Scottish landscape, workplace horror, young and contemporary romance, romantasy that expands beyond the typical elves-and-fae mold, well-written crime thrillers (especially involving terrorism or serial killers and fake true crime), and Studio Ghibli-esque fantasy with luscious landscapes and powerful stories. She is also eager to hear from fanfiction writers with an existing fanbase.
How to submitSubmit queries only via Query Tracker when Kirsten is open for submissions. Submissions sent via email will not be considered.
Last checked 16 Oct 2026

Eve White Literary Agency

Open
RepresentsFiction, non-fiction, children's
Looking forFiction, non-fiction and children's (excluding picture books and ghostwritten non-fiction)
How to submitFor fiction: email a covering letter with word count and one Word attachment containing your first three chapters (double line spaced) and a one-page synopsis to fiction@evewhite.co.uk. For non-fiction: email a covering letter with word count, a full book proposal with sample writing, and your CV to nonfiction@evewhite.co.uk. For children's fiction or non-fiction: follow the same format as adult fiction or non-fiction respectively and send to childrens@evewhite.co.uk.
Last checked 16 Oct 2026

The Feldstein Agency

Open
RepresentsAdult fiction, adult non-fiction
Looking forAdult fiction (excluding romance, historical fiction, science fiction and fantasy) and adult non-fiction, primarily memoir and narrative non-fiction, no children's/YA, no poetry/short stories/screenplays, no previously published (incl self-published), English language only, authors must be based in Ireland/Great Britain/US/Canada
How to submitEmail a cover letter, a 1-2 page synopsis, and a brief biography for fiction (novel must be complete). For non-fiction, email a cover letter, a detailed proposal, and a brief biography. Send to submissions@thefeldsteinagency.co.uk
Last checked 16 Oct 2026

The Feldstein Agency

Open
RepresentsFiction and non-fiction
Looking forAdult fiction (excluding romance, historical fiction, and science fiction/fantasy) and adult non-fiction, primarily memoir and narrative non-fiction
How to submitEmail a cover letter, a 1-2 page synopsis (fiction) or detailed proposal (non-fiction), and a brief biography to submissions@thefeldsteinagency.co.uk. Novels must be completed prior to submission. English language only, authors must be based in Ireland, Great Britain, the US, or Canada.
Last checked 16 Oct 2026

Greyhound Literary

Open
RepresentsFiction, non-fiction
Looking forSpeculative fiction, commercial fiction, literary fiction, crime and thriller, serious non-fiction (big ideas/subversive assumptions, serious histories, narrative non-fiction re contemporary events/issues)
How to submitEmail alexander@greyhoundliterary.co.uk with a cover letter pitch in the body of the email. For fiction, attach the first three chapters and a synopsis. For non-fiction, attach a proposal and sample writing. Do not submit by post. Do not submit to more than one agent at the agency.
Last checked 15 Oct 2026

RCW Literary Agency

Open
RepresentsLiterary fiction, commercial fiction, romance, book club fiction, culture and society non-fiction, cookery
Looking forLiterary and commercial fiction alongside romance novels with strong book club appeal. In non-fiction, writing that explores culture and modern society, as well as cookery in all its forms, from narrative food writing to practical cookbooks.
How to submitSubmissions can be sent by email to honor@rcwlitagency.com.
Last checked 15 Oct 2026

Oscar Janson-Smith Ltd

Open
RepresentsFiction, non-fiction, cookery, children's
Looking forOpen to fiction, non-fiction, cookery and children's. Works with journalists, broadcasters, activists, artists, sportspeople, entrepreneurs and content creators.
How to submitEmail submissions, rights enquiries, and author queries to oscar@oscarjansonsmith.com.
Last checked 15 Oct 2026

A.M. Heath

Open
RepresentsFiction and non-fiction
Looking forCommercial fiction with pace/plot/character and clear hook, crime/suspense/thrillers, high-concept speculative (not SFF-only shelf), social-mirror horror, uplifting commercial fiction with emotional heart, non-fiction: sports writing and narrative non-fiction exploring contemporary social issues
How to submitOnline form - https://amheath.com or submissions
Last checked 15 Oct 2026

MBA Literary Agents

Open
RepresentsFiction and non-fiction, audio rights, some playwrights
Looking forChildren's fiction, historical fiction, mystery and supernatural horror; particularly slick and humorous middle grade fiction and STEM titles for children
How to submitEmail - submissions@mbalit.co.uk (FAO Sophie Gorell Barnes)
Last checked 15 Oct 2026

The Susijn Agency

Open
RepresentsFiction and non-fiction
Looking forAuthors with international appeal, writing in various languages, whose work has the potential to sell rights worldwide
How to submitSend a synopsis and three sample chapters to submissions@thesusijnagency.com or by post to The Susijn Agency Ltd, 820 Harrow Road, London NW10 5JU, UK. Include an email address for their response. If you want your material returned, include a stamped self-addressed envelope.
Last checked 15 Oct 2026

The Soho Agency

Open
RepresentsFiction and narrative non-fiction
Looking forCommercial genre fiction (romcom, crime, thrillers), accessible literary/reading group, narrative non-fiction (often by women), emotional family drama, multigenerational stories, female-led crime, social-issue thrillers
How to submitEmail - sohoagencysubmissions@gmail.com
Last checked 15 Oct 2026

The Soho Agency

Open
RepresentsFiction, narrative non-fiction
Looking forCrime, thrillers, epic family sagas, book club literary fiction, memoir
How to submitEmail sohoagencysubmissions@gmail.com with a covering letter, synopsis, and the first 3 chapters or first 30 pages. No postal submissions.
Last checked 15 Oct 2026
Open
RepresentsFiction and non-fiction
Looking forLiterary and upmarket fiction, literary thrillers, smart women's fiction. Non-fiction on serious subjects in innovative ways (history, science, memoir, cookery, cultural criticism, social issues, psychology)
How to submitEmail imogen@marjacq.com
Last checked 15 Oct 2026

RCW Literary Agency

Open
RepresentsFiction and non-fiction
Looking forLiterary and commercial fiction and non-fiction (good writing, great literature)
How to submitSubmit via the RCW submissions page at https://rcwlitagency.com or submissions or with a cover letter, synopsis, and first 3 chapters or 50 pages for fiction, or a proposal of up to 20 pages for non-fiction. Submit to one agent or assistant only.
Last checked 15 Oct 2026