Phrasemill lists literary agents who want experimental, based on what they say on their public websites. “experimental” is a craft tag; its identifier is experimental. 79 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: “books that challenge our understanding of form and genre”
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
Says: “find fun and surprising ways to explore ideas or a moment in time”
I represent writers of fiction and nonfiction from across the literary spectrum, as well as a handful of poets.
Across fiction and nonfiction, I am drawn to originality, imagination and personality. Almost all the ficti…
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…
Bell Lomax Moreton · GB
Says: “uncommon, thought-provoking experimentation with both prose and form”
Julie Gourinchas (she/they) is a French-American literary agent championing an award-winning, selective list focused on upmarket adult fiction with commercial drive and appeal, across a wide variety of genres.
In fictio…
David Higham Associates · GB
Says: “writing whose content demands and determines a relationship with or challenge to form”
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
Says: “storytelling that plays with structure or form in ways that heighten immersion without sacrificing readability”
I am obsessed with crime, thriller, and dark commercial fiction.
I’m looking for dark, gripping commercial fiction that completely absorbs me: books where I care about the characters and find myself reading far later th…
David Higham Associates · GB
Says: “books that play with form and narrative”
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…
David Higham Associates · GB
Says: “new and interesting ways into a story, both in terms of approach and format”
I am very involved editorially with my clients’ work and more focused on getting submissions out that are in excellent shape than getting them out quickly.
I represent writers and illustrators based around the globe and…
David Higham Associates · GB
Says: “stories that play with form and structure”
I am building a list of literary and upmarket fiction and non-fiction.
I am particularly drawn to writing which combines elements of other genres. I love strange concepts and wild ideas, stories that play with form and…
Eve White Literary Agency · GB
Says: “challenge the reader or play with style, form, character and/or plot”
I read fiction and non-fiction of all kinds. The non-fiction books I love most often shed light on under-represented perspectives, communities and histories, while in fiction I’m looking for novels which might explore ne…
Felicity Bryan Associates · Oxford
Says: “writing that challenges, whether in form or content”
At FBA I am building a list of writers of fiction, non-fiction and select poetry, with a particular openness to authors who can work across these forms.
In fiction I am looking for novels, short story collections and no…
Greene & Heaton · GB
Says: “novels I haven't read before – something unusual structurally or thematically”
I have a broad list across different genres of fiction, alongside a smaller non-fiction and children’s book list, and I’m always looking for new and exciting projects.
I love working on literary fiction and upmarket com…
Greyhound Literary · GB
A life-long reader of speculative fiction, Sam would like to see highly original submissions in the science fiction, fantasy and literary horror genres. He's also keen to take on experts writing non-fiction for a general…
Janklow & Nesbit · London
Says: “experimental novels that play with structure or form”
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…
Lexington Literary · GB
Says: “anything playful, lively and innovative”
In fiction, I am looking for anything extraordinary and precise, in the vein of Anita Brookner, Jenny Offill and Gwendoline Riley. Work that pulls apart the strands of the everyday and weaves them into powerful, elegant…
Lutyens & Rubinstein · GB
In fiction, the most important things for me are a strong sense of place, convincing characters and confident, immersive writing.
I am looking for contemporary fiction that explores the complexities of modern relationsh…
Madeleine Milburn Literary Agency · GB
Says: “authors that play with form and language in a fantasy setting”
Maddy is a Literary Agent specialising in SFF and romance
Maddy joined Madeleine Milburn Agency in 2022 to build a list specialising in SFF and romance.
She represents adult and YA fantasy, science fiction, horror and…
Peters Fraser & Dunlop · London
Says: “boldness in story or form”
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: “ambitious and unconventional approaches to 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…
Pérez Literary & Entertainment · London
Says: “a manuscript that plays with form and narrative structure”
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…
Rebecca Carter Literary · London
Says: “novels that take risks with voice, form and storytelling”
Since starting out in publishing in 1994, Rebecca Carter has been committed to nurturing novelists and non-fiction writers with original and refreshing perspectives on the world. Authors who compel us, entertain us, and…
Susanna Lea Associates
Says: “books with an interesting form or structure”
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…
The Bright Agency · London
Says: “experimenting with style and format”
I joined Bright in 2020 and represent a diverse list of talented authors and illustrators working across all genres and age ranges.
I have particular passion for non-fiction, an area I have been actively growing.
In pi…
The Soho Agency · London
Says: “authors who push the boundaries of the genre”
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…
Says: “Novels with unusual structures, in any genre.”
Marina is actively building her list of authors writing upmarket commercial, reading group and accessible literary fiction, alongside a select and eclectic children’s, YA & non-fiction list.
She is looking for big stori…
