How PairPi works
A modern directory of verified literary agents across the UK and US with up-to-date submission guidelines, so you can focus on writing, not researching.
What is PairPi?
PairPi (pair-pee) is a clean, searchable directory of literary agents. Every listing shows what an agent represents, whether they're open to submissions, what materials they want, and how to submit, all backed by a source link and a “last checked” date so you know the information is current.
PairPi covers both UK and US literary agents, with UK coverage currently deeper and updated most often. Our goal is simple: make the process of finding the right agent less confusing and more transparent.
Using the directory
The agent directory is the heart of PairPi. Here's what you can do:
Search
Find agents by name, agency, or genre. Start typing and results update instantly.
Filter
Narrow by country, submission method (email, online form, QueryManager), and open/closed status.
Browse agent cards
Each card shows the agent's name, agency, genres they represent, open status, and how to submit.
View full details
Click any agent for the full breakdown - materials wanted, submission link, notes, and source.
Filters sync to the URL, so you can bookmark or share any search.
Freshness and trust
Outdated information wastes your time. That's why every PairPi listing includes two things you won't find on most directories:
- ✓Last checked date: shows exactly when we last verified the listing against the agent's own website. Stale entries are flagged so you never rely on old data.
- ↗Source link: a direct link to the agency's official source page. You can always verify our information yourself.
We check listings against their source pages regularly and always link directly to an official source page, so you have everything you need to verify details and submit with confidence.
Who it's for
PairPi is built for aspiring and mid-list authors looking for literary representation. Whether you're preparing to submit for the first time or switching agents, the directory helps you find the right people, understand what they want, and submit with confidence.
What makes PairPi different
Fresh data: Listings are regularly checked and updated. You'll see when each one was last verified.
Independent ranking: Paid plans expand workflow limits, full-result Smart Search access, and email alerts. Agent visibility and matching order are based on fit, freshness, and verified listing data.
Source transparency: Every listing links to its source. We show our work so you can trust it.
Modern experience: Fast search, clear filters, and a mobile-friendly design. No ads or clutter.
Plans
The full directory is free to browse, and Free accounts include a useful set of workflow tools. Paid plans raise those limits and add full Smart Search results, email alerts, and the Toolkit. Pro also adds exports.
Free
No card required
- Browse the full UK and US agent directory
- Filter by genre, country, open status, and submission method
- Official source links and last-checked dates
- Save up to 10 agents
- 1 shortlist
- Log up to 10 submissions
- Watch up to 5 agents with in-app alerts
- 3 Smart Searches per month (top match in full plus up to 2 blurred previews of further matches)
Plus £4.99/mo
Everything in Free, plus:
- 25 Smart Searches per month (full results)
- Up to 10 saved searches with alerts
- Unlimited saved agents
- Unlimited shortlists
- Submission Toolkit - 8-chapter online submission guide + PDF
- Unlimited submission tracking
- Watch unlimited agents
- Email alerts and weekly digests
Pro £8.99/mo
Everything in Plus, plus:
- 100 Smart Searches per month (full results)
- Up to 1,000 saved searches with alerts
- Export the directory, shortlists, and submissions to CSV/PDF
Yearly plans are £39.99 for Plus and £69.99 for Pro. The Submission Season Pass is a one-off £9.99 payment for 30 days of Plus. See the pricing page for full details.
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