Phrasemill lists literary agents who want emerging author, based on what they say on their public websites. “emerging author” is a author identity tag; its identifier is emerging-author. 93 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.
A.M. Heath & Co. · GB
Says: “a new literary voice”
I am omnivorous when it comes to reading and my list reflects this, encompassing a wide range of genres and styles.
I am open to submissions and always hoping to hear from new writers. In terms of who they might be, my…
A.M. Heath & Co. · GB
Says: “writers who are in the earliest stages of thinking about writing a nonfiction book”
I specialise in non-fiction, seeking fresh, expert perspectives on history, science, nature, politics, big ideas, smart thinking, economics, health, and the arts.
I am particularly interested in writers who can open rea…
A.M. Heath & Co. · GB
Says: “new, exciting voices”
I represent a wide range of fiction and non-fiction and a bit of poetry.
I am always on the lookout for new, exciting voices. I love books that challenge our understanding of form and genre and am particularly drawn to…
Aitken Alexander Associates · GB
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
Says: “emerging experts with surprising, new takes on their subject”
Now a Primary Agent in the UK department, Rory is actively building his list and represents authors of literary fiction and non-fiction.
In fiction, he is looking for voice-driven and story-led literary writing powered…
Barbara Levy Literary Agency · London
Jamilah has recently joined us as an associate agent with a brief to develop new writers, both fiction and non-fiction.
Darley Anderson Literary, TV and Film Agency · London
Jade represents a list of thriller, horror and book club authors.
She represents a growing list of authors writing book club fiction, suspense, thrillers and horror.
Since then, Jade has continued to build a dynamic li…
David Higham Associates · GB
Says: “self-published authors who are keen to reach a wider audience and move to traditional or hybrid publication”
I represent adult and YA romance, fantasy, crime & thriller. Across the board I am looking for hooky one-line pitches, compelling characters, and the kind of stories which turn into obsessions. I'm a fangirl at heart and…
David Higham Associates · GB
I love reading new work and discovering emerging writers. There is nothing more enlivening than encountering a new voice, thinking seriously and playfully on the page, and a writer who has a sense of how their work might…
David Higham Associates · GB
I am always hungry to read new writers and am actively looking for storytelling that surprises or moves me. I am drawn to strong points of view, especially those of women. I prize books that try to make sense of the work…
Felicity Bryan Associates · Oxford
Says: “a new literary voice”
I represent a range of fiction, from literary prize-winners to upmarket reading group fiction, and well-written crime novels.
I’m looking for work that is ambitious and surprising, both satisfying to read and deep enoug…
Greene & Heaton · GB
Says: “non-fiction writers in the early stages of a project”
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…
Greyhound Literary · GB
Says: “strong new voices in non-fiction”
Natalie Galustian represents narrative and commercial non-fiction as well as literary fiction.
Natalie is primarily looking for strong new voices in non-fiction across musical, visual, dramatic and culinary arts, histor…
International Creative Agency · GB
Ivan is known for shaping bestselling autobiographies and memoirs with leading public figures, as well as subject-led non-fiction by experts with unique perspectives.
His authors have published across economics, history…
Janklow & Nesbit · London
Says: “novelists who have started writing later in life”
I work closely editorially with writers, regardless of genre. With non-fiction, I’ll help hone the smallest seed of an idea into a perfect, irresistible proposal and with fiction, I’ll make sure a first novel is as good…
Johnson & Alcock · London
Says: “emerging original voices in fiction and narrative non-fiction”
Anna Power is the MD of Johnson & Alcock and looks after a diverse list of best-selling and prize-winning authors, as well as emerging original voices in fiction and narrative non-fiction.
In fiction, Anna invites submi…
LBA · GB
Says: “new voices from from the UK and Ireland”
Across all the below genres, I particularly welcome submissions from writers from communities that have been underrepresented in mainstream publishing, including LGBTQ+ authors, disabled and neurodivergent authors, and a…
AMP Literary · London
Says: “bold new voices”
AMP Literary is a boutique literary and publicity agency in London, representing authors and specialising in non-fiction, with a particular interest in female voices.
We are looking for bold new voices able to write abo…
Lexington Literary · GB
Says: “bold new voices”
I am looking for bold and affecting literary fiction set anywhere in the world. Writing with a distinctive and off-kilter voice will always catch my eye - I love prose which is wryly funny; full of feeling; inflected wit…
Madeleine Milburn Literary Agency · GB
Madeleine reads across all areas of fiction but is immediately drawn to powerful, voice-led book club fiction with irresistible protagonists and themes that spark up conversations. She loves a literary voice that lingers…
Maven Literary Management · GB
Says: “new voices across fiction and non-fiction”
I am actively looking to grow my list with new voices across fiction and non-fiction.
My reading has never been led or limited by genre, and this is reflected in the eclectic list of clients I work with. There is a gold…
PEW Literary · London
he is always keen to hear from new authors
Paper Literary · London
Says: “new and exciting voices in fiction”
Kiya joined Paper Literary in 2025 with a focus on building a list of new and exciting voices in fiction (and selective non-fiction).
She has sold multiple six-figure deals in both the UK and US, and is keenly seeking b…
Peters Fraser & Dunlop · London
Says: “insightful new voices”
I represent a wide range of authors, including prize-winners and Sunday Times and USA Today bestsellers, and am actively building a list of both fiction and non-fiction across a variety of genres.
With fiction, my wishl…
Peters Fraser & Dunlop · London
Says: “exciting new voices across both fiction and non-fiction”
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…
