Literary agents for crossover

Phrasemill lists literary agents who want crossover, based on what they say on their public websites. “crossover” is a audience tag; its identifier is crossover. 56 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 56)

  • Aitken Alexander Associates · GB

    Says: “appeal to a broad audience”

    I am actively building a list of new writers, and forthcoming debuts I represent include Aea Varfis-van Warmelo’s genre-bending novel Attention-Seeking Behaviour (Peninsula Press), Moya Lothian-McLean’s rom-com Matchmake…

  • Andrew Nurnberg Associates · GB

    At ANA, Gyamfia is focusing on expanding the agency’s list of children’s authors, particularly in genre fiction and Crossover, while also representing a select list of adult commercial fiction and narrative non-fiction.…

  • Bell Lomax Moreton · GB

    Says: “across all age ranges”

    He’s interested in children’s books across all age ranges and narrative non-fiction, biography, sport, music and autobiography. He’s also interested in crime fiction and anything a bit weird and wonderful.

  • Colwill & Peddle · GB

    Says: “literary and crossover fiction that is funny and moving, with a brand new hook”

    I am always looking for fiction with a unique voice and above all a compelling plot-driver story. I love unusual perspectives, dark twists and sharp writing. At the moment I’m particularly on the lookout for really fres…

  • David Higham Associates · GB

    Says: “broad audience, not just to genre fans”

    My primary focus is books for children and young adults. I also represent select fiction for adults, generally but not exclusively speculative. I have a thriving list, but I always have room for an irresistible new pro…

  • Greene & Heaton · GB

    Says: “literary and genre crossover”

    I represent a list of literary and upmarket fiction and non-fiction. This autumn, I’m really looking to read literary and genre crossover: stylish, clever writing with horror, sci-fi, thriller, gothic, mystery, or dysto…

  • Greene & Heaton · GB

    In fantasy, I am looking for something more grounded, with a light touch on the magical elements and edging closer to speculative/dystopic. The world building must be incredibly strong and compulsive, so that I’m quickly…

  • Greyhound Literary · GB

    Says: “speculative crossover fiction”

    In fiction she is looking for smart, compelling writing across the spectrum from commercial to literary, particularly when it opens a door into a previously inaccessible world or experience (Crazy Rich Asians, Prep), exp…

  • Hannah Sheppard Literary Agency · GB

    I represent both adult and children’s fiction (as well as a small amount of non-fiction) and, more than anything, I want to be entertained by a great story while caring deeply about your characters. In general I love bo…

  • Madeleine Milburn Literary Agency · GB

    Chloe is a Director & Literary Agent, shortlisted for Agent of the Year at the British Book Awards in 2024 and 2026, who specialises in SFF, Horror, Young Adult and Middle-Grade fiction. Crossover; romantasy; romance; d…

  • Paper Literary · London

    My list is mostly fiction; I am looking for reading group fiction, high concept novels, page-turners, and fantasy. I am particularly looking to work with debut writers. For me, it’s not about genre, it’s about the story,…

  • Peters Fraser & Dunlop · London

    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…

  • Pérez Literary & Entertainment · London

    Says: “Crossover YA/NA Fantasy with strong romantic elements”

    With my diverse background, my tastes in books are equally eclectic. Since I am lucky enough to represent many talented authors and publishers across many genres and categories, I have to be particularly strategic and se…

  • Rachel Mills Literary · London

    Says: “Literary/Commercial Crossover Fiction”

    Literary/Commercial Crossover Fiction; Reading Group or Book Club Fiction; Love Stories; Smart Romance; Romantasy; Epic but accessible Fantasy; Gothic; Issue-led Horror; Historical Plus; Unpredictable Crime and Thriller;…

  • The Ampersand Agency · GB

    Katie represents authors and author-illustrators across various genres and age ranges. In adult fiction, she is particularly drawn to SFF, speculative fiction and horror, while in children’s she specialises in middle gra…

  • The Blair Partnership · GB

    Says: “non-fiction up to YA and crossover”

    I represent children’s fiction and non-fiction up to YA and crossover. I am looking for ambitious storytelling, a bold approach to structure and voice and a fresh take on genre, and I’m particularly interested in submis…

  • The Soho Agency · London

    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…

  • Curtis Brown Group · GB

    Says: “literary writers whose storytelling crosses over to reach beyond just the 'literary' reader”

    In fiction, we focus on two strands: literary writers whose storytelling crosses over to reach beyond just the 'literary' reader; and both new and established writers who happen to write crime. In non-fiction, we are lo…

  • Handspun Literary · US

    Says: “literary crossover appeal”

    she is currently looking for imaginative, accessible fantasies with literary crossover appeal (ex: Piranesi, The Song of Achilles, This Is How You Lose the Time War, The Fifth Season) from historically underrepresented v…

  • Felicia Eth Literary Representation · US

    Says: “YA novels (if they're likely to cross over)”

    Areas of definite interest include – literary accessible fiction, historical and suspense novels with a literary bent that transcend genre, novels with a magical realism and/or a multicultural element, narrative nonficti…

  • William Morris Endeavor · US

    Dorian focuses on literary and crossover fiction, and narrative nonfiction. She seeks material that feels both highly relevant and timeless, executed with a distinctive voice, structural mastery, and emotional depth. Sh…

  • Handspun Literary · US

    Says: “work targeting all age groups (children and adults)”

    Her eclectic list has a strong emphasis on work from underrepresented voices and includes women’s fiction, historical fiction, mysteries, romance and rom-coms, horror, science fiction & fantasy, YA novels, humor, and non…

  • Ginger Clark Literary · US

    Says: “…of Industry Experience 2024 Member Since Submission Requirements Maria is looking for adult, crossover, and YA fiction across genres that feature compelling characters, complex relationships, and…”

  • JABberwocky Literary Agency · US

    Says: “will appeal to a mainstream/crossover audience”

    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…

  • P.S. Literary Agency · US

    Says: “for readers of all ages”

    Maria Vicente is a senior literary agent and senior advisor at PSLA representing creators of innovative and beautiful books for readers of all ages.

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