Literary agents for debut authors authors — page 3
Phrasemill lists literary agents who want debut authors, based on what they say on their public websites. “debut” is a author identity tag; its identifier is debut. 72 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 (51–72 of 72)
Says: “Subject Focus Fiction Debut Fiction Horror Fiction Mystery New Adult Fiction Paranormal Scifi Fantasy Thriller Fiction…”
Lindsay represents a wide range of titles, including narrative nonfiction, memoir, lifestyle and health, illustrated books, and literary fiction. She is drawn to projects with strong narrators, obscure journeys, and pol…
Priya is passionate and dedicated to the intentional expansion of diversity and inclusivity in the publishing and film/tv industries and is constantly striving to bring lesser known voices to mainstream media. Fiction D…
Kimberly works with all types of authors who write commercial fiction, from debuts to #1 New York Times bestselling authors, and likes to consider them all her favorites. Kimberly is interested in adult commercial ficti…
Says: “…also became known for reaching the next generation of readers through its Virgin Fiction series for first-time writers and cutting-edge visual books including Tim Burton's cult classic The…”
Says: “Subject Focus Fiction Debut Fiction Horror Fiction Mystery Fiction Paranormal Scifi Fantasy Thriller Fiction Romance…”
Mitch is looking for storytellers writing across the spectrum of fiction and nonfiction. He has nurtured the careers of debut novelists as well as global #1 bestselling authors, and has worked with journalists, scientist…
she champions award-winning debuts, commercial book club fiction, and expert-driven nonfiction at the forefront of culture Jamie represents novelists, journalists, and experts in art, food, sobriety, finance, and millen…
Her particular areas of interest are: history, memoir, women’s issues, cultural studies, and, most of all, fiction that is both literary and gripping. She is a hands-on agent with a passion for great storytelling. She l…
She is a 2025 Bookseller Rising Star and is excited to be building her list with an emphasis on all things romance, horror, fantasy, and speculative fiction. She’s proud to work with authors who have a vivid imagination…
Says: “strong debut novel”
She represents a diverse list of bestselling adult fiction and non-fiction and is actively looking to take on new clients. She loves to work with debut authors in the early stages of developing a project but also has exp…
Her sweet spot is books that challenge the way we think, from groundbreaking literary fiction to works of nonfiction that reexamine history, science, and contemporary life. Alongside well-established bestsellers and pri…
She represents fiction, children's books and non-fiction and enjoys novels with bold storytelling, moving prose and vivid, thought-provoking characters. She is actively taking on new clients and as an editorially focuse…
Says: “Over the past three decades, she has represented a diverse range of writers from around the world, from debut authors to internationally bestselling novelists.”
Ava is a modern romantic with a taste for all things magical and dramatic. She is actively building her list in literary fiction, horror, romantasy, gothic, YA, romance, fantasy, and narrative nonfiction. Ava is also loo…
Says: “…Endeavor – Agent Trainee https://sophia-ihlefeld.constantcontactsites.com/ Subject Focus Fiction Debut Fiction Horror Fiction Mystery New Adult Fiction Paranormal Scifi Fantasy Thriller General…”
Says: “first-time cookbook authors”
Says: “She has been a freelance editor since 2005, during which time she has edited a number of bestselling books and worked with many authors, from debut novelists to celebrity memoirists.”
Current Wishlist: Adult general fiction and debut; women’s fiction, especially friendship stories and romance; young adult issue-driven, middle grade friendship stories and mysteries, as well as chapter books (both ficti…
She represents a wide range of both fiction and non-fiction in the adult and children's spaces, working with New York Times bestselling and debut authors, and is passionate about collaborating with authors from diverse b…
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