Literary agents who want character-driven writing — page 7
Phrasemill lists literary agents who want character-driven, based on what they say on their public websites. “character-driven” is a tone tag; its identifier is character-driven. 215 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.
Agents (151–175 of 215)
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…
She is thrilled to now be open to queries herself! Jillian loves a novel that is going to make her feel deeply, whether that is devastating sorrow or profound joy. She is primarily looking for adult fiction and is spec…
Esty is looking for romance in adult, new adult, or YA spaces, upmarket fiction, adult or YA grounded fantasy, and literary fiction. In YA and adult romance, Esty is looking for grounded fantasy like DIVINE RIVALS or EM…
What I desire most are books that can help with this, whether in a straightforward way like narrative nonfiction, or an oblique way like a fantasy or science fiction novel—I'm always on the lookout for books that are gro…
In general, I gravitate towards any story that details a complicated family dynamic, illustrates a transformative coming-of-age experience, and features unique voices like multicultural and LGBTQIA+ characters. To note,…
I am looking for commercial fiction across the board, but with a particular focus on romance, SFF & mystery novels. Across all genres, I am drawn to books with exemplary characterisation and voice. I need to feel a real…
Across age groups, her list spans the spectrum of literary and commercial in both fiction and nonfiction. She is proud to represent brilliant, creative, conversation-sparking clients she has a passion for bringing book…
He represents children’s books in a wide range of genres. I am always looking for good, original writing: picture books with delicious words; middle grade stories that endure, with strong characters and plots; young adu…
Across all genres, Katie is looking for what all readers want in a good story: characters that leap off the page, conflict and tension that grips her in the story, and strong prose that can compete with similar titles in…
Carrie Pestritto is Vice President at LDLA, and a literary agent who is particularly drawn in by unique voices, strong character development, high-concept plots, and transporting experiences. She mostly represents comme…
She reads most types of literary and upmarket commercial fiction, especially works that show powerful imagination, revelatory character arcs, compulsive plotting and unpredictable points of view illustrating timeless the…
In adult and YA, Rebecca’s interests cover a wide range of genres, but most of all, she is interested in grounded, speculative stories, page-turning contemporary romance, non-linear storytelling, and elevated writing acr…
Fiction: Most genres. Loves character-heavy stories, marginalized writers. No religious or experimental writing.
I represent serious nonfiction, literary fiction, children's books, and graphic novels. I am always looking for work that takes me beyond the boundaries of where I currently am. This can be in categories such as history…
Mia is looking for smart books for smart women. In fiction, she is seeking character-driven stories, stories that play with form, and your book club’s next read.
Although he studied Canadian poetry at McGill University, he is primarily looking for fiction, focusing on novels with speculative elements, strong writing, and a lot of heart (please see his client list for examples of…
She represents character-driven commercial and upmarket fiction with strong emotional stakes and narrative urgency. She is particularly drawn to women’s fiction, historical fiction, romance, mystery, and thriller/suspens…
I launched Rising Bear Literary Agency, LLC, specializing in what I most love: picture books, early chapter books, and middle-grade fiction and graphic novels with unforgettable characters.
Madeline is seeking literary and upmarket fiction, as well as select narrative nonfiction and memoir. She is committed to advocating for voices that have been underrepresented in publishing. In fiction, Madeline loves…
He is drawn to flawed, multifaceted characters with devastatingly concise writing in YA, and character-driven work or smartly paced mysteries/adventures in MG. In picture books, he looks more for unforgettable characters…
Lisa currently represents nonfiction for all ages (preschool–adult), picture book and middle grade fiction, and picture book author/illustrators. She loves books with heart; science, agricultural, and environmental topi…
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. I'm l…
Laura Usselman is a literary agent representing adult fiction and nonfiction. Her fiction interests include character-centered fiction of all stripes, from the formally strange to the family saga. For nonfiction, she i…
She is actively building her list. Natalie is currently most interested in and actively seeking out adult fiction, specifically in the following genres: romance, romantasy, and women’s/book club fiction. In romance, sh…
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