Phrasemill lists literary agents who want genre-blending, based on what they say on their public websites. “genre-blending” is a craft tag; its identifier is genre-blending. 131 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: “something which blends genres”
I am looking for a book that I'll be thinking about long after I finish the last page. This could be a twisty suspense with an exciting and original hook (I love a high concept hook!) or an epic or intimate love story wi…
Aevitas Creative Management · US
Says: “imaginative, genre-blending tales”
Erica Bauman represents a wide variety of authors across middle grade, young adult, and commercial adult fiction
Erica is most interested in commercial novels that feature an exciting premise and lyrical, atmospheric wr…
Aevitas Creative Management · US
Says: “genre-bending upmarket crime”
She focuses in upmarket and literary fiction by authors who write in English and Spanish.
Maria is an editorially minded agent that works closely with her authors with a long-term career plan. She is passionate about in…
Aitken Alexander Associates · GB
Says: “work that plays with and elevates genre”
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…
Andrew Nurnberg Associates · GB
Says: “personal, narrative writing that blurs lines, pushes boundaries and intersects thematically and in its approach”
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…
Bell Lomax Moreton · GB
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…
Colwill & Peddle · GB
Says: “interesting cross-genre novels”
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…
Darley Anderson Literary, TV and Film Agency · London
Rebeka is building a dynamic list specialising in commercial romance and romantasy, representing New York Times, USA Today, Sunday Times, Kindle, Apple Books, and Audible bestselling authors from around the world.
Begin…
David Higham Associates · GB
Says: “literary and genre fiction”
I represent authors of literary and genre fiction including Naomi Alderman, Belinda Bauer, Carys Bray, Oliver Harris, Holly Gramazio, Sarah Hilary, S.E Lynes, Stephen Kelman, Charlotte Philby, Sarah Pinborough, M. L. Rio…
David Higham Associates · GB
Says: “the uncanny space between fiction and non-fiction”
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: “fresh genre blends”
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 blur genre boundaries”
My list is primarily non-fiction, and includes leading historians, journalists and commentators. I like books that say something new about the way the world works, and welcome approaches from experts in their field who w…
David Higham Associates · GB
Says: “If you write in genre but so well that you have created your own genre”
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…
David Higham Associates · GB
Says: “writing which combines elements of other genres”
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…
DunnFogg · GB
Says: “writing that extends the margins of what is traditionally expected within a genre”
I am happy to consider submissions in the following areas:
Fiction: reading group, women’s fiction, speculative fiction.
Non-fiction: memoir, narrative-led non-fiction, media tie-in (TV, Radio, Social Media, Podcast), po…
Greene & Heaton · GB
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
Says: “a new take on a genre”
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: “Work that pushes SFF genre boundaries”
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…
Hannah Sheppard Literary Agency · GB
Says: “combinations of genres that feel fresh and create something new”
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…
Janklow & Nesbit · London
Says: “non-fiction that melds genres”
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…
Janklow & Nesbit · London
Says: “books that cross genres”
Hayley is a Director and Literary Agent representing writers of commercial and bookclub fiction across all genres.
I’m particularly drawn to a strong hook and one line pitch – a setting, structure, or a ‘what if’ that c…
Janklow & Nesbit · London
Says: “formally promiscuous non-fiction that blends genres”
She is a lover of literary fiction, narrative non-fiction and food writing; Olivia is building her list as Associate Agent, alongside assisting literary agent and Director Claire Paterson Conrad.
In fiction, I’m drawn t…
Johnson & Alcock · London
Says: “books that transcend genre”
In fiction, he looks for anything with originality and style, and his list covers the full gamut from literary to commercial writing. He likes books with an imaginative setting, strong narrative voice, and compelling pre…
LBA · GB
Says: “romance projects that cross into other genres”
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…
