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Last checked 21 Aug 2026
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The Watermark Agency
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Last checked 21 Aug 2026
Kimberley Cameron & Associates
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RepresentsLiterary fiction, commercial fiction, women's fiction, thrillers, mystery, historical fiction, young adult, nonfiction, health, science, environment, true crime, memoir, spirituality
Looking forElizabeth Kracht represents literary and commercial fiction, women's fiction, thrillers, mysteries, historical fiction, crossover YA, and nonfiction. She appreciates writing with depth, an introspective voice, thematic layers, multicultural themes and characters, and strong settings. Her nonfiction interests include high concept, health, science, environment, prescriptive nonfiction, investigative nonfiction, true crime, voice- or adventure-driven memoir, sexuality, spirituality, and animal or pet stories.
How to submitElizabeth Kracht is currently only open to queries and pitches through conferences, online events, workshops, and referrals. Kimberley Cameron and Associates uses QueryManager for submissions and asks writers to tailor submissions to each agent's interests, but her public QueryManager page currently says she is not accepting unsolicited queries.
Last checked 21 Aug 2026
David Black Literary Agency
Closed
RepresentsNarrative nonfiction, sports, business, history, politics, fitness, memoir, cookbooks
Looking forDavid Black specializes in a wide array of narrative nonfiction, including sports, business, history, politics, fitness, memoir, and personally compelling subject areas. His official profile says he is not currently accepting unsolicited queries.
How to submitDavid Black is not currently accepting unsolicited queries. The David Black Agency submissions page lists the agents currently accepting new queries, and David Black is not listed there as open.
Last checked 21 Aug 2026
Mad Woman Literary Agency
Closed
RepresentsIllustration, picture books, middle grade, young adult, adult fiction, nonfiction, fantasy, thriller, romance, science fiction, horror
Looking forChelsea Hensley represents work across ages and genres, including illustration, picture books, middle grade, YA, adult fiction, nonfiction, fantasy, thrillers, romcoms, science fiction, horror, and BIPOC creators. Her official profile highlights lyrical prose, voice, intricate plots, complex emotional arcs, immersive worlds, bold formal or genre-blending work, smart mysteries and thrillers, arresting horror, fresh fantasy and sci-fi, and author-illustrator picture books.
How to submitChelsea Hensley is currently closed to queries. Her official Mad Woman profile links to QueryManager, and the linked form states that she is not accepting queries while focusing on existing clients and clearing her inbox.
Last checked 21 Aug 2026
The Brattle Agency LLC
Closed
RepresentsFiction, nonfiction, american history, european history, american studies, political theory, race studies, cultural studies, literary fiction, music, art history, sports, graphic novels
Looking forChristopher Vyce is founder and literary agent at The Brattle Agency. His interests include American and European history, American studies, political theory, race studies, cultural studies, literary fiction, music, art history, sports, and graphic novels.
How to submitThe Brattle Agency submission period is currently closed. The official submissions page says the next open period begins October 1, 2026. During an open period, writers should send a cover letter, a CV if appropriate, and enough of the manuscript to give a full impression to submissions@thebrattleagency.com.
Last checked 21 Aug 2026
Aevitas Creative Management
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How to submitSubmit your query using the submissions form available on the agency website.
Last checked 21 Aug 2026
L. Perkins Agency
Closed
RepresentsMiddle grade, young adult, science fiction, fantasy, pop culture nonfiction
Looking forBen Grange gravitates toward middle grade fiction and exceptional author-illustrators who write middle grade or young adult. He sometimes wants YA science fiction or fantasy, especially weird or slightly dark stories, loves epic fantasy and science fiction, and is interested in pop culture nonfiction from authors with established platforms.
How to submitBen Grange is currently closed to all queries. L. Perkins Agency gives general email-query guidelines for open agents, but Ben's official profile states he is closed to all queries.
Last checked 20 Aug 2026
Janklow & Nesbit Associates
Closed
RepresentsNon-fiction, literary fiction, commercial fiction
Looking forIn nonfiction, she seeks big-idea books examining technology, race, disability, queerness, inequality, science, politics, cultural histories, and close studies. In fiction, she seeks literary and commercial works that reveal new connections and fuller ways to be human, prioritizing writers whose sentences thrum with voice and style.
How to submitFor fiction submissions, send an informative description, a brief synopsis and the first ten pages. For non-fiction submissions, send an informative description, a full outline, and the first ten pages of the manuscript. Please include the sample pages in the body of the email below your query. Please direct your submission to an individual agent and send your material to submissions@janklow.com.
Last checked 17 Aug 2026
Andrea Brown Literary Agency
Closed
RepresentsMiddle grade fiction, young adult fiction, picture books, graphic novels
Looking forMiddle Grade and Young Adult fiction from perspectives that may often feel left out of publishing, including stories from LGBTQIA and BIPOC creators. Kids/teen Graphic Novel and Picture Book illustrators and author-illustrators whose art has wit, heart, style and flair. She prefers upbeat stories and seeks queer, weird, funny, heartfelt, beautiful, nerdy projects.
How to submitSubmit through QueryManager with a short query letter, author bio, contact information, and sample pages (first 10 pages for novels, full text for picture books, 10-20 sample spreads for graphic novels).
Last checked 17 Aug 2026
Andrea Brown Literary Agency
Closed
RepresentsChildren's books, preschool, picture books, novelty, middle grade, young adult, thriller, science fiction, speculative fiction
Looking forJamie looks for an intense emotional experience in all categories. She seeks manuscripts that stay with her, whether the sweet pang of an 'Jamie Weiss Chilton love you' picture book or the shock of recognition of an honest window to the tween or teen psyche. For younger age groups, she looks for the hook that will make a book a must-have parenting or educational resource.
How to submitVisit agent's bio page, click on QueryManager link, and complete all required fields including a short query letter with work description, previous publishing credentials, short author bio, contact information, and appropriate sample materials based on format.
Last checked 17 Aug 2026
Andrea Brown Literary Agency
Closed
RepresentsPicture books, middle grade, non-fiction
Looking forCaryn looks for authentic, kid-appealing stories and art that disrupt the prevailing narrative in some way. She seeks characters that stick with her long after she has closed the book and loves stories that bring a good, cathartic cry, a huge belly laugh, some outrage, some new knowledge, and above all, hope. Social justice has been at the heart of her list since she started agenting.
How to submitSelect one agent to query via QueryManager link on agent bio page. Submit query letter with work description, publishing credentials, author bio, contact information, and required sample materials based on format.
Last checked 15 Aug 2026
Andrea Brown Literary Agency
Closed
RepresentsChildren's books
Looking forQuery Letter, Author Bio, Sample Pages
How to submitClick on the QueryManager link in the agent's bio, follow the prompts, and complete all required fields including query letter, author bio, contact information, and sample work. For novels: first 10 pages. For picture books: full text manuscript. For graphic novels: 10-20 sample page spreads or first 10 pages of script. For nonfiction: proposal and 1-3 sample chapters.
Last checked 14 Aug 2026
Aevitas Creative Management (ACM UK)
RepresentsLiterary fiction, crime fiction, non-fiction
Looking forA broad range of both fiction and non-fiction, from literary novels to narrative non-fiction exploring contemporary issues, with a particular interest in authors whose work helps interpret and understand our times as well as our future.
How to submitSubmit through the contact and submissions form on the Aevitas Creative Management website, or contact the agency directly at the New York office.
Last checked 12 Aug 2026
BookEnds Literary Agency
Closed
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Looking forQuery Letter
How to submitFind their QueryManager form and follow the form's instructions to upload your query letter and other requested information.
Last checked 9 Aug 2026
LCS Literary Services
Closed
RepresentsFiction, nonfiction, women's fiction, romance, thriller, horror, memoir, how-to, advice, relationships, health, wellness, politics, current events, history
Looking forLatoya has represented fiction and nonfiction, with past interests including high-concept women's fiction, romance, thrillers, horror, memoir, how-to/advice, relationships, health and wellness, politics, current events, and history.
How to submitNo current unsolicited-query route found on the official LCS site. Treat as closed unless a current official submissions page appears.
Last checked 8 Aug 2026
Jean V. Naggar Literary Agency
RepresentsCookbooks, culinary non-fiction, culinary narrative, parenting, gardening
Looking forSally Ekus represents a wide range of culinary, health, wellness, and lifestyle talent, including first-time cookbook authors, chefs, restaurant owners, professional food writers, bloggers, online creators, and journalists. She also represents books about caregiving and parenting. She is currently expanding into select other nonfiction genres beyond her core culinary focus.
How to submitPlease only submit your query to one agent at the agency. Your query should include a brief description of your work and a short author bio.
Last checked 8 Aug 2026
Liza Dawson Associates
Closed
RepresentsScience fiction, fantasy, young adult, religious studies, criminal justice policy
Looking forHannah Bowman is a literary agent at Liza Dawson Associates specializing in science fiction and fantasy. Her list also includes young adult novels, and she is interested in select nonfiction in religious studies and criminal justice policy.
How to submitHannah Bowman is closed to all queries as stated on her official profile. When open, her stated route is to send only a query letter in the body of an email to queryhannah@lizadawsonassociates.com.
Last checked 7 Aug 2026
Writers House
RepresentsLiterary fiction, commercial fiction, women's fiction, science fiction, fantasy, narrative nonfiction, history, memoir, biography, psychology, science, parenting, cookbooks, how-to, self-help, business, finance, young adult, children's fiction, children's nonfiction, picture books, illustration
Looking forWriters House represents adult and juvenile fiction and nonfiction, including literary and commercial fiction, women's fiction, science fiction and fantasy, narrative nonfiction, history, memoir, biography, psychology, science, parenting, cookbooks, how-to, self-help, business, finance, young adult and juvenile work, picture books, and illustration.
How to submitEmail an individual Writers House agent with a query letter, credentials, an explanation of what makes the book unique, a synopsis, and 10 pages in the body of the email. Consult the agent's Publishers Marketplace profile for any agent-specific requirements. Do not query two Writers House agents simultaneously.
Last checked 6 Aug 2026
Root Literary
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Looking forHolly Root is a literary agent at Root Literary. Her official team statement emphasizes assured execution and books that are immediately fun, compelling, and easy to champion.
How to submitHolly Root is closed to general queries and accepts referrals only. Root Literary asks writers to query one agent at a time and does not accept screenplays, poetry, paper submissions, telephone pitches, or in-person pitches.
Last checked 6 Aug 2026
Aevitas Creative Management (ACM UK)
RepresentsLiterary fiction, creative nonfiction, poetry
Looking forFiction and nonfiction notable for compelling storylines, singular voices, and unique perspectives, across literary fiction, creative nonfiction, and poetry, from both established and emerging writers
How to submitSubmit through the contact and submissions form available on the Aevitas Creative Management website. You can also reach the agency by phone at and 1 (212) 765-6900 or by mail at 19 W. 21st Street, Suite 501, New York, NY 10010.
Last checked 6 Aug 2026
JABberwocky Literary Agency
Closed
RepresentsFantasy, science fiction, horror, young adult, thriller, romance
Looking forLisa is interested in fantasy and science fiction with complex systems, cohesive worldbuilding, moral ambiguity, non-Western settings, marginalized protagonists, and stories driven by character choices. She also wants horror, YA fantasy, YA horror, YA science fiction, YA thriller, and YA romance, and likes non-traditional narrative structures.
How to submitLisa is closed to unsolicited queries. Do not send queries by email.
Last checked 5 Aug 2026
Aevitas Creative Management (ACM UK)
Closed
RepresentsBiography, history, memoir, popular culture, music writing, journalism, politics, health, parenting, practical nonfiction, contemporary affairs, social issues, general reference
Looking forNonfiction across popular culture, biography, history, politics, journalism, memoir, parenting, health, practical nonfiction, contemporary affairs, social issues, and general reference. Accepts submissions through referral only.
How to submitSarah Lazin accepts submissions through referral only. Prospective clients should seek an introduction from an existing client, publishing professional, or conference contact.
Last checked 3 Aug 2026
Stimola Literary Studio
Closed
RepresentsFiction, nonfiction, young adult, middle grade, graphic novels, picture books, pop culture, music, comedy, science, journalism, history, health, wellness, LGBTQ+
Looking forAllison represents fiction and nonfiction for all ages, with interests including YA, middle grade, graphic novels, select picture books, pop culture, music, comedy, science, journalism, history, and health and wellness. Her submissions page says she is not currently looking for picture books or illustrators.
How to submitStimola Literary Studio says Allison Hellegers is closed to unsolicited submissions and is only open to queries from industry professionals, existing clients, and authors who attended a conference or seminar where she was on staff. Referral or conference authors may email the spelled-out SLS address with query materials.
Last checked 2 Aug 2026
The Philip G. Spitzer Literary Agency
Closed
RepresentsGeneral fiction, mystery, suspense, thriller, biography, history, african american literature
Looking forThe Philip G. Spitzer Literary Agency lists genres and specialties as general fiction, mystery, suspense, thriller, biography, history, and African American literature.
How to submitThe agency is not accepting new clients for representation at this time.
Last checked 1 Aug 2026
John Hawkins & Associates
Closed
RepresentsHistorical narrative, biography, offbeat fiction, nonfiction, children's books, nature writing
Looking forWilliam has a long-running interest in historical narratives, biography, slightly offbeat fiction and nonfiction, children's books, and nature writing.
How to submitWilliam Reiss is closed to submissions according to the current John Hawkins and Associates agent profile.
Last checked 1 Aug 2026
Olswanger Literary
RepresentsFiction, nonfiction
Looking forQuery Letter
How to submitThe official Olswanger site confirms Yael Levy as an Olswanger Literary colleague focused on adult fiction and nonfiction, but no direct query route was captured from the official page.
Last checked 1 Aug 2026
Olswanger Literary
RepresentsFiction, nonfiction
Looking forQuery Letter
How to submitThe official Olswanger site confirms Madison Scalera as an Olswanger Literary colleague focused on adult fiction and nonfiction, but no direct query route was captured from the official page.
Last checked 31 Jul 2026
RepresentsGraphic novels, visual storytelling
Looking forJanna is a literary agent specializing in graphic novels and visual storytelling.
How to submitCheck agent's submission page
Last checked 31 Jul 2026
JABberwocky Literary Agency
Closed
RepresentsMystery, thriller, commercial fiction, cozy mystery
Looking forJames is interested in novel-length adult mystery and thriller only, leaning commercial rather than literary. He likes murder mysteries, whodunnits, locked-room and closed-circle mysteries, cozy mysteries, mysteries with speculative elements that still belong on mystery shelves, and thrillers with memorable premises and strong suspense.
How to submitJames is currently closed to queries. When open, submit through QueryManager with the first three chapters. QueryManager is the only place to query him, email queries are deleted unread.
Last checked 31 Jul 2026
Laura Gross Literary Agency
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How to submitLaura Gross is not open for queries at this time according to the official Laura Gross Literary Agency submissions page. The agency asks writers not to query by email or US mail.
Last checked 30 Jul 2026
Donald Maass Literary Agency
RepresentsScience fiction, fantasy, mystery, romance, thriller, suspense, young adult
Looking forKatie Shea Boutillier is vice president and rights director at Donald Maass Literary Agency and is listed as an agent in current publishing databases. Specific wishlist details require a deeper official-page pass.
How to submitEmail Katie Shea Boutillier at ksboutillier@maassagency.com when she is open, following current DMLA submission guidance.
Last checked 30 Jul 2026
JABberwocky Literary Agency
Closed
RepresentsScience fiction, fantasy, speculative fiction
Looking forBrady is looking for adult science fiction, adult fantasy, and speculative fiction, including space opera, military science fiction, near-future stories, cozy fantasy, historical fantasy, grimdark, secondary-world fantasy, complex magic systems, epic fantasy, fairy-tale and myth retellings, literary speculative work, and new weird stories.
How to submitBrady is closed to queries. When he reopens, use his QueryManager page. JABberwocky asks writers to query only one agent at a time and handles only book-length material.
Last checked 30 Jul 2026
Handspun Literary Agency
Closed
RepresentsWomen's fiction, historical fiction, mystery, romance, romantic comedy, horror, science fiction, fantasy, young adult, humor, nonfiction
Looking forCourtney represents women's fiction, historical fiction, mysteries, romance and rom-coms, horror, science fiction and fantasy, YA novels, humor, and nonfiction. Her list emphasizes work from underrepresented voices.
How to submitCheck Handspun submission status and submit through the agency query system when open. Query each project once with the agency.
Last checked 29 Jul 2026
Charlotte Sheedy Literary Agency
Closed
RepresentsFiction, nonfiction, children's, illustration, memoir, journalism, political nonfiction, literary fiction, narrative nonfiction, poetry
Looking forCharlotte Sheedy Literary Agency represents fiction, nonfiction and children's book authors and illustrators, with a focus on diverse voices and previously untold stories through its SLM partnership.
How to submitCharlotte Sheedy Literary Agency is not accepting submissions.
Last checked 29 Jul 2026
Olswanger Literary
RepresentsFiction, nonfiction
Looking forQuery Letter
How to submitThe official Olswanger site confirms Daniel Niv as an Olswanger Literary colleague focused on adult fiction and nonfiction, but no direct query route was captured from the official page.
Last checked 29 Jul 2026