Literary agents for contemporary fiction — page 2
Phrasemill lists literary agents who want contemporary fiction, based on what they say on their public websites. “contemporary fiction” is a genre tag; its identifier is contemporary-fiction. 63 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 (26–50 of 63)
I believe that the right book can change or heal a life, and I want to find those. But I’m also interested in lighter fiction that helps me escape or simply makes me laugh after a tough day. Or nonfiction that teaches me…
She specializes in: Smart, plot-driven bestselling fiction. Memorable, confidently-written, literary fiction. Page-turning thrillers that teach you about spycraft, foreign intrigue or an unusual career. Mysteries – featu…
Ronald is focused on cinematic stories with strong hooks and relatable characters, and he is always looking for projects from queer, BIPOC, and other underrepresented authors. He is actively looking for thriller/mystery…
She reps kidlit through adult fiction and nonfiction and prioritizes underrepresented authors, especially BIPOC authors, across the board. Her favorite submissions usually have something to say about the world we live i…
Young adult fiction: I am open to all genres of YA. I have a soft spot for layered, emotional contemporary, preferably with more than an ounce of humor; sophisticated and unusual SFF; and vivid, immersive historical fict…
I represent commercial and upmarket fiction, including book club fiction, crime and thriller, historical and contemporary fiction, and some non-fiction in the areas of lifestyle and personal development. I am currently…
Gus enjoys reading across genres and moves happily between narrative nonfiction, biography and contemporary prose fiction.
I am building an exciting literary fiction and non-fiction list, and I am also lucky enough to work across DHA managing director Lizzy Kremer’s list of internationally bestselling writers. In terms of fiction, I am look…
Kate loves illustrated stories with graphic elements or multimodal components. All ages (Children’s, MG, YA, and Adult) welcome, as long as there is a visual component! Genres include humor, horror/thriller (bonus if it’…
Nina Richner is an agent representing adult fiction and narrative nonfiction. Nina is looking for literary fiction, horror/thriller, contemporary fiction, queer fiction, and magical realism. They are drawn to emotional…
Privilegiamo opere con forte tensione narrativa, identità di tono, solidità strutturale e reale potenziale editoriale, in particolare nell’area crime, thriller, horror, dark prestige, distopico e near-future, senza esclu…
In YA, she loves creative and epic fantasies, but she is also drawn to realistic stories with multi-dimensional female characters. She is always interested in elevating diverse voices, particularly through feminist narr…
Ms. Kornienko is interested in Contemporary Fiction, Historical Fiction, Literary Fiction, Women’s Fiction, Sports Fiction, Young Adult, Fantasy, Romantasy, Science Fiction, Dystopian Fiction, Suspense and Thriller.
She represents authors of children’s literature, including picture books, middle grade, and young adult, with a particular passion for stories that center underrepresented voices and experiences. Jessica is drawn to hea…
Her tastes are wide ranging, but for the most part she looks for books with high concept commercial hooks, timeless stories with complex characters, escapist tales, and big, sweeping worlds. In children's books, Emily i…
Because she believes no good story should ever be filed away in a drawer but be shared with the world, she wishes to represent debut voices as an agent. Ritu is looking for: Kidlit: Picture books, Middle Grade and Young…
She represents both adult and children's books. On the adult side, she's seeking literary and upmarket fiction as well as narrative non-fiction. For adult fiction, she loves: Historical and contemporary novels set both…
She has a wide-ranging and eclectic client list, a consistent theme of which is to help people live better and happier lives. She is interested in many subjects, on the adult side: practical and narrative nonfiction acro…
I represent an exciting and talented list of award winning and bestselling authors. On the kidlit side, I represent MG and YA, along with crossover novels that walk the line between YA and Adult. Whatever the age categor…
I accept queries through Query Manager at: https://QueryManager.com/JoshuaBilmes Take a look at my blog for full information on my query guidelines and what I'm currently looking for. That is the place to go to for all s…
she represents fiction and nonfiction picture books, middle grade, young adult, graphic novels, and select adult fiction and nonfiction. Please Send Me: Graphic novel proposals for all genres; Stories about found famili…
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