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Literary agents for historical mystery

Phrasemill lists literary agents who want historical mystery, based on what they say on their public websites. “historical mystery” is a genre tag; its identifier is historical-mystery. 6 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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  • Charlotte Colwill

    Colwill & Peddle · GB

    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…

  • Gemma Cooper

    Gemma Cooper Literary · GB

    Says: “historical novels if they have action or a good murder”

    My list is typified by big-concept, commercial series fiction. If you can describe your children’s fiction in one line, or in an ‘X meets Y’ elevator pitch, I want to read it. I like books that have obvious potential fo…

  • Laura Williams

    Greene & Heaton · GB

    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…

  • Lydia Silver

    The Soho Agency · London

    Says: “Classic-feeling mysteries or historical adventures told from new viewpoints – whether that's new characters, or a new take on an existing tale”

    Lydia represents everything from picture books to the top end of crossover YA, and she particularly enjoyed working with author/illustrator talent, including graphic novelists. No matter the story, Lydia is drawn to voi…

  • Miriam Kriss

    Codex Literary Agency · US

    Says: “hardcover historical mysteries”

    She represents everything from hardcover historical mysteries to all subgenres of romance, from thrillers to science fiction, from young adult fiction to fantasies, and everything in between. If it's fun to read she prob…

  • Judith Ehrlich

    Judith Ehrlich Literary Management · New York City

    We represent nonfiction and fiction, both literary and commercial for the mainstream trade market. Special areas of interest include compelling narrative nonfiction, outstanding biographies and memoirs, lifestyle books,…

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