Literary agents who want atmospheric writing — page 2

Phrasemill lists literary agents who want atmospheric, based on what they say on their public websites. “atmospheric” is a tone tag; its identifier is atmospheric. 71 agents currently want it. Agents whose websites say they are closed to submissions are omitted. The quoted evidence for each tag is on the agent's profile. How it works.

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Agents (26–50 of 71)

Alice Speilburg
Speilburg Literary Agency · US
Alice Speilburg is the founder of Speilburg Literary Agency representing commercial fiction and narrative nonfiction in the adult market. Her first editing gig was on the news desk of her college daily, and she is still…
Rita Veras
Rosecliff Literary · US
Says: “immersive, atmospheric stories”
Rita is passionately dedicated to uplifting BIPOC voices, enhancing representation, and championing diverse narratives. She’s seeking immersive, atmospheric stories across genres, especially historical fiction—gothic or…
Nancy Yost
Nancy Yost Literary Agency · US
Nancy's primary focus is commercial fiction. Her areas of expertise include: crime novels (suspense, mysteries, thrillers—both contemporary and historical); women's fiction (historical romance, accessible upmarket fictio…
Rachel Goldblatt
Curtis Brown Group · GB
Says: “compelling, agile, atmospheric and intelligent”
In terms of fiction, I’m particularly drawn to character and voice driven narratives that make me feel deeply and think hard about the world around us. If the writing is compelling, agile, atmospheric and intelligent I…
Andie Smith
Creative Media Agency · US
Says: “immersive, atmospheric writing that draws me in right away and keeps my attention from beginning to end”
As an autoimmune advocate, she is passionate about working with authors who share a deep connection with their characters and embrace life through all disabilities, even the invisible ones. She is still growing her list…
Ashlee MacCallum
Howland Literary · US
Says: “Dark, atmospheric tone with strong narrative drive”
She has a soft spot for speculative stories, mysteries, and anything delightfully weird, and is seeking high-concept, voice-driven adult fiction with strong emotional stakes, a clear hook, and broad commercial appeal. Sh…
Cheyenne Faircloth
Handspun Literary · US
Says: “stories with folkloric and atmospheric elements”
Cheyenne is most interested in manuscripts from historically excluded communities, i.e. queer, BIPOC, AAPI, neurodivergent, and disabled voices, etc. Her interests include gritty/dark romantasies (especially ones center…
Claire Elliot
FinePrint Literary Management · US
Says: “an immersive and messed-up setting”
She still enjoys books about girls who are generally up to no good. In fiction, Claire reads YA, NA, and Adult, and is interested in fantasy, historical, thriller, and mystery. She loves a romantic or political subplot…
Heather Cashman
Storm Literary Agency · US
Says: “settings that are vivid and atmospheric”
Heather loves books about people she could become friends with--fiction or nonfiction--and introduce a new world, but she cherishes the ones that make her want to be the heroine of her own life. Heather would love to fi…
Jess Regel
Helm Literary · US
I am seeking "conversation starters" that pair high-concept hooks with beautiful prose and unforgettable voices. I look for work that is compulsive, contagious, and creative. Contemporary & Upmarket: I want voice-driven…
Lane Clarke
Ultra Literary · US
Says: “books that transport your mind”
Lane Clarke believes in representing books that transport your mind, whether it be in a fantastical world, or the real one. She is always hoping to learn something new from books, and strives to represent a diverse list…
Valentina Sainato
JABberwocky Literary Agency · US
Horror: Horror is my favorite genre to read, and I’m looking for lots of different flavors here. Whether it’s gruesome, eerie, disorienting, thrilling, existential, or horror-lite, I want to read it. Blends with sci-fi/f…
Vicky Weber
Fuse Literary · US
Says: “immersive, moody settings”
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Andrea Hurst Literary Management · US
Lydia is excited to build a diverse client list of her own and partner with authors to craft and share meaningful stories that leave a lasting impact on readers. Lydia is looking for the following in Fiction (primarily…
Haley Casey
Creative Media Agency · US
Says: “Atmosphere is a must”
Haley is actively building her list, and is ready to assist her authors in achieving their publishing goals. High-Concept Book Club Fiction (like Killers of a Certain Age or The Bandit Queens) This should be something y…
Megan Frayser
Creative Media Agency · US
Contemporary Romance quirk settings, smart and messy characters, witty banter Paranormal Romance send me your witches, demons, ghosts, and monsters in love Dark Romance (please no non-con) Women’s Fiction disillusionm…
Andrea Nichols
D4EO Literary Agency · US
Says: “eerie and spooky”
Fantasy/Romantasy that makes me feel like I’m actually being transported to another world, either by intricate world building or a whimsical vibe. Political intrigue plotlines. Better if it’s high concept. Romances that…
Michele Mortimer
Darhansoff & Verrill Literary Agents · US
Presently, Michele is intensifying her pursuit of genre fiction, specifically: crime, horror, and speculative fiction. Narrative and prescriptive nonfiction remain priorities. And however children’s reading habits may be…
Lindsay Watson
Ethan Ellenberg Literary Agency · US
She manages the subsidiary rights department, and is currently building her list in Middle Grade, Young Adult, and Adult fiction. For Young Adult and Middle Grade, she is looking for fantasy, sci-fi, and speculative fic…
Quressa Robinson
Folio Literary Management · US
Quressa Robinson is a literary agent at Folio Literary Management, representing adult fiction with a particular focus on science fiction & fantasy, horror, and romance. She is drawn to work that combines bold, distinctiv…
Maggie Sadler
Howland Literary · US
Says: “atmospheric, simmering with uncanniness and dreadfulness”
Maggie primarily seeks accessible literary fiction and upmarket fiction for adult readers with distinct character voices, lyrical prose, and propulsive plots. She loves books that quietly yet unapologetically challenge a…
Alexandra Weiss
Jennifer Azantian Literary Agency · US
Says: “Dark, moody, and hauntingly beautiful writing for YA/Adult”
In 2021, she joined Azantian Literary Agency where she represents fiction and nonfiction picture books, middle grade, young adult, graphic novels, and select adult fiction and nonfiction. She is a hands-on editorial age…
Courtney Paganelli
Levine Greenberg Rostan Literary Agency · US
Courtney enjoys reading voice-driven commercial fiction, dark psychological fiction, and heartwarming romantic comedies. She particularly gravitates towards relatable adult or young adult novels that make her swoon over…
Marina Green
P.S. Literary Agency · CA
Marina Green is an associate agent at PSLA representing fiction and non-fiction. Marina has always had an eclectic taste in books and is always looking for atmospheric, diverse, and inclusive stories rooted in cultural…
Rachel Altemose
Says: “a strong sense of place”

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