Literary agents for cookbook
Phrasemill lists literary agents who want cookbook, based on what they say on their public websites. “cookbook” is a form tag; its identifier is cookbook. 74 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 (1–25 of 74)
I represent authors of fiction and non-fiction. On the fiction side, my list spans the commercial spectrum: from contemporary fiction – be that funny, romantic, moving or high concept – to reading group, historical ficti…
Jon Michael Darga represents titles across a diverse range of genres, including memoir (most recently, the New York Times bestselling Vagabond by Tim Curry), pop culture (New York Times bestsellers How to Save a Life by…
Jenni specializes in literary fiction and loves everything from traditional novels, to the dark and twisty, the voicey, the funny, and the strange. She represents family dramas, social novels, thrillers, horror, story c…
Lori specializes in upmarket fiction with propulsive storylines—book club, mystery, suspense, and psychologically layered narratives—and selectively represents cookbooks and literary memoir.
Based in Nashville, TN, she concentrates on cookbooks, food writing and history, young-adult and middle-grade fiction, memoir, pop culture, true crime, and narrative nonfiction.
Based in New York, Karen is interested in authoritative health, wellness, science and psychology, spirituality, inspirational (or just really fun) memoirs; original cookbooks, and narratives that illuminate a compelling…
Says: “unique cookbooks for young chefs”
Says: “writer—like Fuchsia Dunlop or the Vittles project—who can write both books about food and cookbooks”
Focusing primarily on non-fiction, Emily enjoys taking a personal, collaborative approach to working with authors, helping clients across all platforms and placing them with a wide range of publishers - from the major ‘B…
I am proud to represent a great list of both fiction and non-fiction authors. What all my authors have in common is great, exciting writing, that has brought me on adventures, and taught me something new. This is a huge…
Says: “cookery and food writing”
Says: “select cookbooks and food writing”
Says: “good narrative cookery”
I represent adult fiction and non-fiction. As of 2026, I am at capacity and only take on select projects. I have very broad taste in fiction and I’m attracted to excellent writing, clever plots, unusual settings and com…
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…
He is a passionate advocate for non-fiction in all its forms—whether it’s narrative-driven storytelling, prescriptive guides, self-help or beautifully illustrated works. His interests span cookery, history, philosophy, e…
I am an Associate Agent a Watson, Little and I am building my list with writers of fiction and non-fiction who I can work closely and considerately with to build a career. I am actively looking for voices that continue t…
I’m looking for irresistible, immersive non-fiction across history, travel, nature writing, arts, music, fashion, wellbeing, politics and popular culture. I’m keen to hear from academics, experts and journalists who hav…
Sheree Bykofsky founded Sheree Bykofsky Associates, Inc. in 1991. A long standing member of the AAR (now the Association of American Literary Agents, and the first agent to have a web page, Sheree has represented over a…
Marisa will judge each story not just on the writing, but also with an eye toward finding creative stories with well developed plots and rich characters with unique voices. She is always hoping for stories with standout…
My tastes are eclectic, and I tend to respond favorably to projects of any sort if they demonstrate a real storytelling talent. And to me, that means a combination of strong narrative drive and mastery of voice which lea…
As an agent, Leigh represents exclusively adult nonfiction. She loves working on illustrated books of all stripes and is drawn to fresh perspectives and books that help people live better, more meaningful lives. She re…
Kathy enjoys reading captivating inspirational narratives that encourage spiritual growth and enrichment, particularly where creative storytelling intersects with biblical truth. She is looking for innovative concepts, e…
I represent books that evoke heartfelt emotions and fervent conversations among its readers. My mission is to mentor and develop authors, particularly those from underrepresented communities, and help them build a brand…
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…
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