Literary agents who want books set in contemporary — page 2
Phrasemill lists literary agents who want contemporary, based on what they say on their public websites. “contemporary” is a setting tag; its identifier is contemporary. 88 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 88)
I am actively building a list that spans middle grade, YA and crossover fiction across all genres and selective adult fiction in the SFF space. My taste skews more commercial than literary, and I love fiction with a dis…
I am actively looking for exciting new voices across both fiction and non-fiction. I’m interested in non-fiction that says something about the way we live- from beautiful narrative non-fiction with a strong voice to pas…
I am primarily looking for middle grade and YA fiction. I generally gravitate towards voice and character driven narratives, as well as literary fiction and beautiful writing, which I prefer over complex plots and extens…
I am currently looking for book club fiction, commercial fiction including romance and saga, women’s fiction, mystery and suspense, as well as non-fiction consisting of self-help and lifestyle, such as cookery. I am loo…
I represent literary, book club and general fiction, as well as some narrative non-fiction and am actively developing a carefully curated client list of career authors. I am on the lookout for general fiction, immersive…
Rowan’s taste ranges from commercial well-written genre fiction – particularly rom coms, crime and thrillers – to accessible, page-turning literary and reading group novels, as well as narrative non-fiction (often, but n…
Lydia represents everything from picture books to the top end of crossover YA, and she particularly enjoyed working with author/illustrator talent, including graphic novelists. No matter the story, Lydia is drawn to voi…
For her own list, she is currently on the lookout for… Fiction Upmarket women's fiction – especially with a speculative edge and/or a very clean, high concept pitch. The Ministry of Time by Kaliane Bradley or Yesteryear…
Donald is interested in non-fiction, he is keen to see writing on history, popular science, social issues, nature, money and life management, music, sport, film and technology. He is also looking for well-written memoir…
She represents a wide range of fiction and nonfiction for both adults and children. She is actively building her list and is looking for both new and established authors. Fiction: Upmarket and book club fiction, histori…
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…
She represents a list of diverse children’s fiction from picture books through YA and select adult genre and pop culture writers. She also represents a growing list of graphic novelists and illustrators. She is always lo…
Gabrielle is seeking science fiction, fantasy, paranormal mysteries, queer romance, and genre-bending speculative fiction. She loves reading diverse books, characters that come alive and immersive worlds, and tropes tur…
Christa is taking on picture books very sparingly and is not taking on rhyming picture books. She's interested in fiction and nonfiction picture books about environmentalism, especially the ocean, as well as diverse cult…
She looks for literary fiction, upmarket 'book club' fiction (contemporary and historical, American in particular), and narrative non-fiction. Susan is drawn to an authentic voice, unforgettable characters with an edge,…
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…
I am looking to amplify underrepresented stories and voices across genres. I am especially interested in literary and upmarket-crossover fiction, narrative nonfiction, and contemporary children’s books (middle grade and…
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…
Being an agent allows me to do what I love best: discovering new and original voices, helping debut writers launch their careers and working with already published novelists who might want a change in direction. What I l…
She is building a list of children’s and young adult fiction, with a particular love for contemporary and speculative stories with heart, humour, and a strong voice. She is also open to select adult fiction, especially…
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