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The Bright Agency

Open
RepresentsIllustrators, author-illustrators, children's illustration, picture books
Looking forTrade children's book illustrators and author-illustrators, with a focus on visual storytelling, portfolio development, and author-illustrated picture book stories.
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 4 Sept 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 4 Sept 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 4 Sept 2026

The Blair Partnership

Open
RepresentsFiction and non-fiction
Looking forCommercial and upmarket fiction (book club, crime and thriller, historical, contemporary), commercial women's/romantic fiction, some lifestyle/personal development non-fiction
How to submitEmail hattiesubmissions@theblairpartnership.com
Last checked 4 Sept 2026

Greene & Heaton

Open
RepresentsLiterary fiction, upmarket commercial fiction, historical fiction, romantic comedy, gothic, horror, crime, psychological thriller, speculative fiction, YA, middle grade, memoir, narrative non-fiction, true crime
Looking forLiterary and upmarket commercial fiction of all kinds, especially meditative or moving novels about modern life with warmth and heart alongside sharpness. Historical and period fiction that sheds light on untold stories, ambitious cross-centuries narratives, and historical mysteries. High-concept love stories and romantic comedies with depth. Gothic, horror, murder mysteries, ghost stories, psychological thrillers, speculative and magical realist fiction, and novels with a true-crime feel. A small list of YA and middle grade that feels current and contemporary with a real conversation at its core — not currently seeking fantasy or anything younger than middle grade. On the non-fiction side: memoirs of extraordinary people, narrative non-fiction on subjects the author is passionate about, books on mental health, untold stories across popular science, history and popular culture, and a brilliant true crime book. Particularly keen on LGBTQI+ stories and diverse voices from across the globe. Not currently looking for cookery, wellness, or lifestyle.
How to submitEmail submissions@greeneheaton.co.uk with your covering letter in the body of the email. Include the agent's name in the subject line. Fiction: attach the first three chapters or around fifty pages plus a one-to-two page synopsis that reveals the ending, as Word documents. Non-fiction: attach three sample chapters or around fifty pages plus a chapter summary or synopsis, and explain why you are best placed to write the book and who the intended readership is. AI-generated or AI-edited content is not accepted. No postal submissions.
Last checked 4 Sept 2026

Sarah Such Literary Agency

Open
RepresentsLiterary fiction, commercial fiction, literary non-fiction, commercial non-fiction, YA, children's books, biography, memoir, history, popular culture, humour
Looking forQuality women's fiction including romantasy and love stories, smart contemporary thrillers with a difference, a great northern novel set in the north east or midlands, biography, memoir, history, popular culture, humour
How to submitEmail synopsis and three sample chapters as a Word attachment, plus author biography, to info@sarah-such.com. No unsolicited manuscripts or telephone enquiries.
Last checked 4 Sept 2026

DHH Literary Agency

Open
RepresentsFiction
Looking forCharacter-driven speculative fiction, female-led literary and crossover, book club fiction, contemporary rom-coms, sweeping love stories (historical/contemporary), crime and psychological thrillers, female-led fantasy, romantasy, retellings. Not: children/YA, police procedurals, cosy crime, epic sci-fi, poetry, plays, screenplays, any non-fiction
How to submitElena is currently open for submissions. Send your cover letter, one-page synopsis, and first three chapters as attachments, not in the body of the email. Submit to submission@dhhliteraryagency.com. Only submit to one agent at DHH Literary Agency
Last checked 4 Sept 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 4 Sept 2026

Rebecca Carter Literary

Open
RepresentsLiterary fiction, narrative non-fiction
Looking forUnusual stories grounded in the real world but with strange and surreal elements, with a focus on human relationships, queer characters and alternative culture. Diverse and unexpected perspectives that offer new ways of seeing and have something urgent to say about the contemporary world. Particularly interested in debut writers.
How to submitEmail submissions@rebeccacarterliterary.com with the subject line 'Submission: [your name] [TITLE OF SUBMISSION]'. Address the submission to Tilda (not both Tilda and Rebecca). Include a covering letter in the body of the email. For fiction, attach the first three chapters or up to 10,000 words plus a short synopsis. For non-fiction, attach a detailed proposal and, if possible, a sample chapter. Attach files as Word documents or PDFs, do not include external links. Typescript should be 1.5 or double spaced with page numbers. Files should be saved as '[your name] [TITLE OF SUBMISSION] [document type]'.
Last checked 4 Sept 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 4 Sept 2026

Darley Anderson Children's Book Agency

Open
RepresentsChildren's books
Looking forActively seeking new clients, MG adventure/series potential, YA romance and fantasy, horror/monster stories, contemporary teen, queer/found-family, SFF across YA/new adult (not grimdark)
How to submitEmail - childrens@darleyanderson.com
Last checked 4 Sept 2026

DunnFogg

Open
RepresentsReading group fiction, women's fiction, speculative fiction, memoir, narrative-led non-fiction, nature writing, media tie-in, pop-science, big ideas
Looking forFiction with original, well-drawn characters, unusual plots, and writing that extends the margins of genre expectations; novels with unique voices and subtle humour that feel different and unexpected. Non-fiction where an expert voice is married to a new, exciting idea that offers the reader some form of utility; also memoir, narrative-led non-fiction, nature writing, media tie-in projects, pop-science, and big ideas. Does not represent children's books.
How to submitOnline form - https://dunnfogg.co.uk or submissions/
Last checked 4 Sept 2026

Aitken Alexander Associates

Open
RepresentsVisit agent's website for details
Looking forSee source page for more info
How to submitSubmit work to submissions@aitkenalexander.co.uk, marking the subject line for the attention of one literary agent. For fiction, send the first three chapters or fifty pages together with a short synopsis as Microsoft Word compatible attachments, along with a cover letter including a book description, previous writing credits or qualifications if applicable, and a brief biographical note. For narrative non-fiction, send a short overview and up to ten thousand words of sample writing. For subject-led non-fiction, send a proposal of approximately five thousand words outlining the book and your credentials, along with no less than five thousand words of sample writing. Include details of simultaneous submissions or other agent interest. Ensure contact information is provided.
Last checked 4 Sept 2026

Bergstrom Studio

Open
RepresentsLiterary fiction, upmarket fiction, personal development, narrative non-fiction, memoir
Looking forLiterary and upmarket fiction, and in non-fiction expert voices in personal development, narrative non-fiction, emotive memoir, and books that engage with politics, culture and the status quo with intellectual depth. Passionate about bringing undiscovered ideas and fresh conversations to the mainstream.
How to submitEmail a synopsis and sample material to hello@bergstromstudio.co.uk
Last checked 4 Sept 2026

International Creative Management

Open
RepresentsFiction, nonfiction, migration, belonging, home, music, ethnomusicology, culture, community
Looking forSidney Jones is Assistant Literary Agent at International Creative Agency. Her official profile emphasizes an international perspective and interest in migration, belonging, how we narrate ideas of home, ethnomusicology, sonic resistance, and how sound and storytelling create community and collective memory.
How to submitSubmit through ICA's QueryManager-based submissions page and choose the agent whose list fits the work. For nonfiction, prepare a proposal of up to 20 pages with overview or hook, chapter outline, one to two sample chapters, and author bio or platform. For fiction, prepare a cover letter, one-page synopsis, and the first 1200 words or first two chapters, whichever is shortest. Submit to one ICA agent at a time.
Last checked 4 Sept 2026

Originate Literary Agency

Open
RepresentsFiction, non-fiction, YA, children's
Looking forBig, expansive, emotionally powerful 'game-changing' stories, commercial fiction and non-fiction and children's titles (priority focus on under-represented groups and lower socio-economic backgrounds), stories with cross-media potential
How to submitEmail a covering letter, synopsis, and first three chapters to originatesubmissions@originateliterary.co.uk. For illustrated fiction or non-fiction, include sample spreads instead of chapters. A completed manuscript is not required for fiction queries.
Last checked 4 Sept 2026

Maven Literary

Open
RepresentsFiction, non-fiction
Looking forQuality commercial fiction with strong characterisation, convincing dialogue, and ambitious storytelling — ideally from authors whose voices and ideas could work across a series or multiple standalones. In non-fiction, the definitive book in its subject area, the title that will become core stock in bookshops, sell on for years, and be the benchmark against which others are measured. Also eager to work with expert or science writers who use their expertise, life experience, or academic standing to explain or solve problems for readers.
How to submitEmail - submissions@mavenliterary.com
Last checked 4 Sept 2026

Colwill & Peddle

Open
RepresentsNon-fiction
Looking forNon-fiction of all kinds, including memoir. Does not represent poetry, screenplays, scripts, or work written or enhanced by AI. Does not typically represent writers based outside the UK.
How to submitEmail submissions@colwillandpeddle.com with the subject line 'Non-fiction Submission'. Include a brief pitch of around 300 words in the body of the email. Attach a single Word document (.doc/.docx) containing a cover letter and a proposal that covers: what the book is about and why it is important and original, a brief biography explaining why you are the right person to write this book, competing or similar titles, a chapter or sample of at least 10,000 words, and a chapter outline. Full manuscripts are accepted, particularly for memoirs.
Last checked 4 Sept 2026

Intersaga Literary Agency

Open
RepresentsAdult and children's, picture books, illustrators
Looking forAdult and children's chapter books, picture books (text only), illustration
How to submitChapter books: synopsis and first chapter (if under 3 chapters, send whole manuscript). Picture books: text only. Illustrators: samples
Last checked 4 Sept 2026

Robert Dudley Agency

Open
RepresentsNon-fiction
Looking forSport, current affairs, military history, history, biography, business and management, personal development, and other non-fiction
How to submitEmail a description of the proposed book, a contents list, two or three chapters, and the author's credentials to info@robertdudleyagency.co.uk. Submissions should be in Word format rather than PDF.
Last checked 4 Sept 2026

Johnson & Alcock

Open
RepresentsFiction and non-fiction, estates
Looking forFiction: originality/style, literary to commercial, imaginative setting, strong voice, compelling premise, active SFF list, high concept, intelligent crime/thrillers, genre-transcending. Not taking new YA/children's, no plays/film scripts. Non-fiction: politics, narrative history, sport, natural history, quirky memoir, popular culture, inventive angles
How to submitEmail - ed@johnsonandalcock.co.uk
Last checked 4 Sept 2026

LBA Books

Open
RepresentsChildren's writers and illustrators (agent)
Looking forStrong, sharp storytelling with humour and adventure, not currently accepting picture book texts
How to submitEmail
Last checked 4 Sept 2026

Marianne Gunn O'Connor Literary Film & TV Agency

Open
RepresentsFiction, non-fiction
Looking forAll genres with 'wow' factor, voice-driven/emotional, currently seeking an exquisitely written love story, not accepting children's/YA at present
How to submitEmail submissions@mariannegunnoconnor.com with your name and book title in the subject line. For fiction, include a brief bio, three chapters or fifty pages if chapters are short, a synopsis, and a one-line summary. For non-fiction, send a full proposal and a sample chapter. Simultaneous submissions are acceptable but notify the agency if you receive interest elsewhere.
Last checked 4 Sept 2026

Skylark Literary

Open
RepresentsChildren's fiction
Looking forChildren's fiction from emerging readers to YA/crossover (not picture books)
How to submitEmail the full manuscript as a Word document, a one-page synopsis, and a covering email to submissions@skylark-literary.com. Submissions by email only.
Last checked 4 Sept 2026

PEW Literary

Open
RepresentsFiction, non-fiction
Looking forMainly non-fiction, distinctive voice, fresh perspective, broad interests including history, popular science, politics, memoir, occasional off-the-wall novel
How to submitEmail info@pewliterary.com
Last checked 3 Sept 2026

Aevitas Creative Management (ACM UK)

Open
RepresentsNonfiction, literary fiction, science fiction, fantasy
Looking forNonfiction that illuminates the past and present across arts, pop culture, education, politics, sociology, and technology, with a vision toward more just and equitable futures; also select genre fiction with literary merit, particularly science fiction and fantasy stories that explore new worlds while revealing something essential about our own.
How to submitSubmit through Aevitas Creative Management's contact and submissions form.
Last checked 3 Sept 2026

Janklow & Nesbit UK

Open
RepresentsFiction, non-fiction, poetry
Looking forFiction: love/loyalty/relationships, family drama/secrets, moral dilemmas, thrillers including legal, dystopian/speculative with mainstream crossover appeal. Non-fiction: original thinkers, personal growth, philosophy/insight
How to submitEmail submissions@janklow.co.uk with your name, the title of your work, and the name of the agent in the subject line. Include a covering letter in the body of the email. For fiction, attach a synopsis and first three chapters or first 50 pages. For non-fiction, attach a full chapter outline and a sample chapter if possible. For poetry, attach a short pitch and 3-5 sample poems. Attachments should be in Word or PDF format.
Last checked 3 Sept 2026

Bell Lomax Moreton

Open
RepresentsChildren's books, narrative nonfiction, biography, sport, music, autobiography, crime fiction, weird fiction
Looking forPaul Moreton is Managing Director of Bell Lomax Moreton. He is interested in children's books across all age ranges, narrative nonfiction, biography, sport, music, autobiography, crime fiction, and anything a bit weird and wonderful.
How to submitEmail submissions@belllomaxmoreton.co.uk. For fiction, children's and young adult fiction, or narrative nonfiction, send a short synopsis including the full plot for fiction, the first three chapters or no more than 50 pages double spaced, and a covering letter with any previous publications. For illustrated nonfiction send a detailed outline, sample material if available, and previous publication information. Query one Bell Lomax Moreton agent at a time.
Last checked 3 Sept 2026

Aevitas Creative Management

Open
RepresentsLiterary fiction, contemporary fiction, upmarket fiction, book club fiction, fantasy, horror, young adult, crossover
Looking forClara Foster wants intelligent, original fiction with deep emotion, strong line-level writing, and voice-led characters. She is looking for adult literary contemporary fiction with a strong female focus, upmarket and book club novels that are cleverly conceived, beautifully written, and accessible, fantasy and horror that explore the real world or the self, historical romantasy, urban fantasy, academic settings, body horror, lightly speculative fiction, and YA/crossover stories that are political while providing a strong story. She is not a likely fit for commercial women's fiction, science fiction, World War II or Holocaust stories, or narratives driven primarily by sexual assault, eating disorders, a great lie, or death of a child. She is not accepting nonfiction except by referral.
How to submitSubmit via Clara Foster's official QueryTracker link from her submissions page. Send a query letter, synopsis, and first three chapters. All queries will receive a response.
Last checked 3 Sept 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 3 Sept 2026

Skylark Literary

Open
RepresentsChildren's fiction
Looking forChildren's fiction from emerging readers to YA/crossover. Not picture books
How to submitEmail - submissions@skylark-literary.com
Last checked 3 Sept 2026

Susan Yearwood Agency

Open
RepresentsCommercial fiction, romance, saga, crime, thriller, book club fiction, children's fiction, YA, non-fiction, business, finance, self-help, wellbeing, lifestyle, cookery
Looking forCommercial fiction (romance/saga, crime/thriller, book club), children's novels 9+ to YA, non-fiction including business/finance, self-help/wellbeing, lifestyle/cookery. Not sci-fi, short stories, or poetry
How to submitEmail submissions@susanyearwoodagency.com with your name and title or genre in the subject line (e.g. Joe Bloggs, The Title, Book Club fiction). Attach the first 30 pages and a separately titled synopsis or outline. Include a cover email with a pitch sentence, a brief description of the submission, comparative authors published in the last three years, your writing background, and a paragraph on why you wrote the book. Attachments should be Word or PDF, 1.5 or double-spaced, with page numbers. Let the agent know if you are also submitting to other agents.
Last checked 3 Sept 2026

Artellus Ltd

Open
RepresentsFiction, non-fiction
Looking forFiction and non-fiction across all genres
How to submitEmail an enquiry, synopsis, and first three chapters to submissions@artellusltd.co.uk. No postal submissions accepted.
Last checked 3 Sept 2026

Greene & Heaton

Open
RepresentsLiterary fiction, speculative fiction, gothic fiction, thriller, psychological horror, noir, non-fiction, history, popular science, political writing, investigative journalism, cultural criticism, memoir, biography, nature, food
Looking forProvocative, morally ambiguous fiction charged with darkness and desire — exploring themes of shame, obsession, and power — often blending literary fiction with thriller, noir, or psychological horror. Speculative and gothic novels haunted by grief, repressed desire, climate, technological dread, colonialism, or history. Voice-driven, humorous fiction with emotional heft, including messy family dramas, campy queer tragedies, and rural romances with a self-aware take on identity and community. In non-fiction, academics and journalists writing on history, popular science, politics, investigative journalism, cultural criticism, memoir, biography, nature, and food — particularly writers who can marry vivid narrative with deep research. Also political and cultural commentary, mind-bending science writing, narrative biography, landscape and history memoir, insider accounts, and obsessive literary true crime.
How to submitEmail submissions@greeneheaton.co.uk with your covering letter in the body of the email and submission materials as Word Document attachments. Include Imogen Morrell's name in the subject line. Fiction: first three chapters or around fifty pages, plus a one-to-two page synopsis that reveals the ending. Non-fiction: three sample chapters or around fifty pages, plus a proposed chapter summary or synopsis — a completed manuscript is not required. No postal submissions accepted. AI-generated or AI-edited submissions will not be considered.
Last checked 3 Sept 2026

Susanna Lea Associates

Open
RepresentsFiction, nonfiction, commercial fiction, literary fiction, international authors
Looking forCarole Delmon is listed on the official Susanna Lea Associates Paris team page. The Paris office says its taste is eclectic and that it is interested in works of both fiction and nonfiction, commercial and literary, with projects that have international potential beyond the French market.
How to submitFor submissions in France, email paris@susannalea.com. SLA asks for a concise and thoughtful cover letter, a brief synopsis, and either the first three chapters or a detailed proposal. Do not submit to more than one SLA office, and do not send post or fax queries.
Last checked 3 Sept 2026

Johnson & Alcock

Open
RepresentsFiction and narrative non-fiction
Looking forFiction: literary and genre including historical/speculative/crime/romance, distinctive voice/worldbuilding, moral dilemmas, families/relationships, darkness and humour. Non-fiction: history/memoir/current affairs/cultural criticism/popular science/travel/food, experts with surprising takes
How to submitEmail anna@johnsonandalcock.co.uk with a short covering letter including a blurb and author info. For fiction, include a synopsis of no more than two pages and the opening 50 pages. For non-fiction, include a proposal with introduction, chapter breakdown, and sample material totalling around 50 pages. Attachments in Word .doc or .docx format, at least 1.5 line spaced, page-numbered, A4. Submit to one agent only, do not blind-copy.
Last checked 3 Sept 2026