Literary agents looking for books about health
Phrasemill lists literary agents who want health, based on what they say on their public websites. “health” is a subject tag; its identifier is health. 135 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 135)
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…
Says: “health and wellbeing”
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…
Says: “health and wellness”
Based in New York, Karen is interested in authoritative health, wellness, science and psychology, spirituality, inspirational (or just really fun) memoirs; original cookbooks, and narratives that illuminate a compelling…
Says: “books about health”
Connor Brown is a literary agent at Andrew Nurnberg Associates, representing ambitious non-fiction grounded in expertise. Connor works with academics, journalists and other experts to develop original ideas into books f…
She is looking for authors in both non-fiction and fiction. In non-fiction she is looking for experts and journalists who have something new to say about their areas of expertise, in almost any subject area but particula…
It has a particular interest in food writing and cookery, commercial non-fiction, memoir, biography, true crime, lifestyle, health, parenting and commercial fiction.
I represent a diverse range of narrative non-fiction and have always been attracted to memoir (I was the agent for H is for Hawk). Working with books that change the way we see the world or can deftly interweave multiple…
Focusing primarily on non-fiction, Emily enjoys taking a personal, collaborative approach to working with authors, helping clients across all platforms and placing them with a wide range of publishers - from the major ‘B…
I am proud to represent a great list of both fiction and non-fiction authors. What all my authors have in common is great, exciting writing, that has brought me on adventures, and taught me something new. This is a huge…
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…
Says: “health (of the body or mind)”
I’m an eclectic reader but I’m always looking for that strong connection to the writing itself and excitement to read on, regardless of genre. I’m open to submissions and keen to find distinctive voices and great storyt…
Rachel Mills is very selectively looking for new clients writing commercial and upmarket non-fiction and wishing to develop their work into major global publishing and media brands. Areas of interest include psychology,…
Says: “health and medicine”
Says: “On the non-fiction side, I am looking for expert-lead books on health and wellness.”
I read widely and eclectically, and my list reflects my broad tastes as a reader. I have a background in classical languages and philosophy, so as well as being seduced by great writing and by an author with something ne…
I would consider my reading tastes to be quite broad and ever-growing, but I am constantly drawn to books that have a decisive voice, unforgettable characters, fantastic worlds or an unexpected twist. I am currently loo…
Says: “health and wellness”
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Says: “…type stories; select health and wellness books (particularly rare or underrepresented conditions—for example, I’m fascinated by HSAM, Highly Superior Autobiographical Memory); books about…”
She looks for opportunities where her experience can help elevate the author’s expertise to find the best editorial home for their work, then a strong publicity and launch plan to help their book succeed long after it is…
Sheree Bykofsky founded Sheree Bykofsky Associates, Inc. in 1991. A long standing member of the AAR (now the Association of American Literary Agents, and the first agent to have a web page, Sheree has represented over a…
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