10 UK Literary Agents to Consider for History and Historical Fiction
History and historical fiction both ask for more than a good subject: they need shape, authority, and a reader-facing sense of why the material matters now. The right agent will understand whether your book belongs as narrative non-fiction, popular history, military history, literary historical fiction, or something in the space between. These ten agents are a practical starting point for writers whose work is rooted in the past but built for present-day readers.
Sheil Land Associates
Good for writers working in military or commercial history, especially projects that need both narrative drive and serious subject expertise.
Greene & Heaton
Literary 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.
Aitken Alexander Associates
Useful for history writers with a clear specialist angle, especially narrative non-fiction that can travel beyond an academic readership.
A.M. Heath
Worth reviewing for expert-led history projects with a strong story engine and a clear route to general readers.
RCW Literary Agency
A good match for history writers whose work combines intellectual range, narrative confidence, and broad trade appeal.
LBA Books
Useful for writers exploring historical subjects through fiction or non-fiction with a thoughtful commercial edge.
Blake Friedmann Literary Agency
Strong for narrative history and literary non-fiction, particularly work with voice, authority, and international reach.
Greyhound Literary
Best suited here for historical fiction writers whose stories pair accessible hooks with atmosphere and strong character work.
This is a focused starting list, not the whole field. Use the wider PairPi directory to compare each agent's latest interests, submission route, and verification date before deciding where your history or historical fiction project belongs.