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Phrasemill lists literary agents who want bipoc, based on what they say on their public websites. “bipoc” is a author identity tag; its identifier is bipoc. 49 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 (26–49 of 49)

  • 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…

  • V Ruiz

    D4EO Literary Agency · US

    I am primarily interested in fiction for adults and teens. I am also open to seeing nonfiction if it’s spiritual or esoteric in nature, a cookbook proposal, and/or very select memoir projects. I’m especially focused on…

  • Michele Mortimer

    Darhansoff & Verrill Literary Agents · US

    Says: “2ALGBTAQIA+ & BIPOC writers”

    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…

  • Maggie Sadler

    Howland Literary · US

    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…

  • Hannah Todd

    Janklow & Nesbit · London

    Says: “writers of colour”

    I am looking for commercial fiction across the board, but with a particular focus on romance, SFF and commercial thrillers. Across all genres, I am drawn to books with exemplary characterisation and voice. I need to feel…

  • Alexandra Weiss

    Jennifer Azantian Literary Agency · US

    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…

  • Marrissa Childs

    Ladderbird Literary Agency · US

    Says: “works that depict BIPOC voices in our full spectrum- from the most mundane to the most spectacular lifestyles, from the bittersweet to the joyous”

    Marrissa is a reader that values detailed narratives, intelligent and cool characters, lessons learned, and family gained in unlikely places. I grew up in a literary world that valued-highly-BIPOC pain and poverty. So m…

  • Christa Heschke

    McIntosh & Otis · US

    Christa has been at McIntosh and Otis, Inc. in the Children’s Literature Department since 2009 where she is actively acquiring for all age groups in children’s. Christa is taking on picture books very sparingly and is n…

  • Daniele Hunter

    McIntosh & Otis · US

    Daniele is open to young adult, middle grade, and picture books. Her top priority is contemporary, but she’s also open to contemporary fantasy, and sparingly considers genre fantasy/speculative, suspense, romance, and hi…

  • Aashna Avachat

    Neighborhood Literary Agency · US

    Says: “authors of color”

    She is currently building a list focused on authors of color and is looking for kidlit, commercial adult fiction, select non-fiction, and illustrators.

  • Riley Jay Davis

    Red Sofa Literary · US

    Says: “Queer and BIPOC writers”

    Their preferred book genres are YA SciFi and Fantasy and Middle Grade of various genres. Riley is looking for stories from Queer and BIPOC writers.

  • Jill Marr

    Sandra Dijkstra Literary Agency · US

    Jill is looking for fiction and non-fiction by unrepresented voices, BIPOC and Latinx writers, disabled persons, and people identifying as LGBTQ+, among others. She is interested in commercial and upmarket fiction, with…

  • Meagan Burgad

    SBR Media · US

    Says: “Novels by LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC authors”

    Meagan is actively seeking Adult & YA Fiction in the following categories: Women’s fiction with emotional depth and smart, layered protagonists. Romantasy with strong world-building and either slow-burn tension or extra…

  • Madelyn Knecht

    Storm Literary Agency · US

    Says: “stories by BIPOC authors”

    Madelyn loves queer stories with dark twists and rich worlds, especially in fantasy and light science fiction. Her favorites include Young Adult fantasy and Adult with fantastic characters you can't help but love. Age G…

  • Rohadi Nagassar

    RoBarry Literary · CA

    Says: “BIPOC and LGBTQ2S+ writers”

    Our publishing imprint focuses on non-fiction manuscripts in creative non-fiction, spiritual and personal growth, art books, justice, and faith. These books also match what we are looking for in our literary agency. In…

  • Ava Grayson

    Lowenstein Associates · US

    Ava is a modern romantic with a taste for all things magical and dramatic. She is actively building her list in literary fiction, horror, romantasy, gothic, YA, romance, fantasy, and narrative nonfiction. Ava is also loo…

  • Ericka T. Phillips

    Stephanie Tade Agency · US

    Ericka has a keen eye for nonfiction that inspires, empowers, and transforms. She specializes in representing spiritual teachers, health and wellness experts, and cultural changemakers—especially those whose work is roo…

  • Jackie Garcia-Morales

    Storm Literary Agency · US

    Says: “BIPOC or underrepresented creators”

    Children’s Literature: Seeking author-illustrators that want to work across fiction and nonfiction picture books, chapter books, and graphic novels (spanning age audiences). Particularly interested in STEM/STEAM, social-…

  • Tali Shammas

    Storm Literary Agency · US

    Says: “projects from BIPOC”

    Tali is looking to work with clients over the span of their careers and is not afraid of a writer who wants to explore multiple genres. She is an editorial agent who loves to sink her teeth into a great manuscript and w…

  • Grace P. Cho

    Embolden Media Group · US

    Her acquisition interests are in the categories of personal growth and psychology, relationships, mental health and wellness, creativity, and spiritual formation. Grace loves thoughtful writing that moves readers toward…

  • Sade Rena

    Beck Literary Agency · US

    Says: “Black, Diverse, and BIPOC authors and characters”

    Sade is especially passionate about romance in all its forms and has a strong interest in championing Black, Diverse, and BIPOC authors and characters. she’s building a selective list of clients

  • Andi Twaddle

    Spencerhill Associates · US

    With her sharp business skills and editorial mindset, Andi hopes to represent Adult and New Adult commercial fiction with a literary edge across Romance, Horror, Sci-Fi, Fantasy, and select Book Club ready fiction with a…

  • Danai Christopoulou

    Tobias Literary Agency · New York

    Danai loves speculative fiction of all flavors, from horror and thriller to sci-fi, fantasy and romance, especially from marginalized voices. They are mostly focused on adult fiction, but are interested in Young Adult f…

  • Renée Jarvis

    Triangle House · US

    Says: “the work of Black writers across the African diaspora”

    Renée is seeking narrative nonfiction, adult speculative, upmarket, and literary fiction, and children’s books. She is looking for works that center POC and LGBTQIA+ voices and is particularly drawn to the work of Black…

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