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Literary agents looking for books about lgbtq+

Phrasemill lists literary agents who want lgbtq+, based on what they say on their public websites. “lgbtq+” is a theme tag; its identifier is lgbtq. 94 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 94)

  • Maggie Cooper

    Aevitas Creative Management · US

    Says: “beautifully told queer stories”

    Maggie Cooper represents adult fiction and nonfiction, with an emphasis on books that make our world weirder, kinder, more joyful, or all three. Maggie is actively seeking imaginative, genre-bending literary fiction; ca…

  • Rebeka Finch

    Darley Anderson Literary, TV and Film Agency · London

    Says: “commercial queer fiction”

    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…

  • 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…

  • Mia Dakin

    Greene & Heaton · GB

    Says: “queer male lead”

    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…

  • Hannah Sheppard

    Hannah Sheppard Literary Agency · GB

    Says: “TQIA+ areas of LGB”

    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…

  • Daisy Parente

    Lutyens & Rubinstein · GB

    I am always open to submissions and am looking for books I love in almost any genre. I am a completely voracious reader and I love to think about how books are working in the world, but my favourite thing is to be swept…

  • Maddy Belton

    Madeleine Milburn Literary Agency · GB

    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…

  • Chloe Seager

    Madeleine Milburn Literary Agency · GB

    Chloe is a Director & Literary Agent, shortlisted for Agent of the Year at the British Book Awards in 2024 and 2026, who specialises in SFF, Horror, Young Adult and Middle-Grade fiction. Crossover; romantasy; romance; d…

  • Callen Martin

    Madeleine Milburn Literary Agency · GB

    Says: “diverse or queer”

    Callen Martin is a Literary Agent specialising in accessible Middle Grade (7+), YA and SFF fiction with an action and adventure focus. Middle Grade (7+), YA, New Adult, SFF fiction in all genres and formats (bar verse,…

  • Caro Clarke

    Portobello Literary · Edinburgh

    I represent adult fiction and non-fiction. As of 2026, I am at capacity and only take on select projects. I have very broad taste in fiction and I’m attracted to excellent writing, clever plots, unusual settings and com…

  • Isabel Lineberry

    Pérez Literary & Entertainment · London

    I represent YA and New Adult and am particularly interested in Contemporary Romance, Romantasy and Fantasy. I am always attracted to the character and voice first, so give me romantic tension that has me giggling, a vil…

  • Hattie Grunewald

    The Blair Partnership · GB

    I represent commercial and upmarket fiction, including book club fiction, crime and thriller, historical and contemporary fiction, and some non-fiction in the areas of lifestyle and personal development. I am currently…

  • Eli Keren

    The Curious Minds Agency

    He mostly works with experts, academics and researchers on ideas-led books in the fields of smart science and current affairs, with a particular interest in LGBTQ+ books. He enjoys books written by writers who are obses…

  • Lisa Abellera

    Kimberley Cameron & Associates · US

    In adult fiction, she represents literary, upmarket/book club, and women’s fiction, historical fiction, mystery, suspense, thrillers, science fiction, fantasy, and crossover speculative fiction. With children’s fiction,…

  • Rachel Beck

    Liza Dawson Associates · US

    Says: “…me ALL your books about a trans character going through the experience, or a non-cishet person living in Don’t Say Gay land (from Florida to the county in Tennessee that recently banned homosexual…”

    I believe that the right book can change or heal a life, and I want to find those. But I’m also interested in lighter fiction that helps me escape or simply makes me laugh after a tough day. Or nonfiction that teaches me…

  • Jennifer Chen-Tran

    Glass Literary Management · US

    She works with a wide range of award-winning talent, including entrepreneurs, journalists, physicians, thought leaders, James Beard nominated chefs, and graphic novelists, among others. As a person of color and daughter…

  • Kenna DeValor

    D4EO Literary Agency · US

    Kenna DeValor (they/them/theirs) is a queer and nonbinary literary agent, artist, and writer who aspires to bring representation and diversity to the literary world through the books they publish and the authors they rep…

  • Natalie Edwards

    Trellis Literary Management · US

  • Rachel Estep

    D4EO Literary Agency · US

    Says: “the queer ones”

    YA stories that center Jewish and/or queer voices like Dahlia Adler. Identity-driven, joyful, grounded in heart and truth. Historical fiction that highlights powerful women and hidden corners of history, if you’re writi…

  • Moe Ferrara

    Triada US Literary Agency · US

    Says: “LGBT+ books that are about more than just a coming out story”

    Moe is primarily interested in children's literature (PB, MG, and YA + graphic novels in those ages) though the right adult work will catch her attention. Her favorite genres include contemporary, fantasy, horror, and ro…

  • Sarah Fisk

    Tobias Literary Agency · US

    Says: “stories featuring queer characters”

    They love books that challenge societal norms, especially gender norms. They have a personal interest in stories featuring queer characters or characters with disability, neurodiversity, chronic illness, or mental health…

  • Jordan Hamessley

    JABberwocky Literary Agency · US

    Says: “stories that bring the queer experience to the children's space across all age ranges”

    She represents a list of diverse children’s fiction from picture books through YA and select adult genre and pop culture writers. She also represents a growing list of graphic novelists and illustrators. She is always lo…

  • Gabrielle Harbowy

    Corvisiero Literary Agency · US

    Says: “LGBTQ+ and nonbinary characters”

    Gabrielle is seeking science fiction, fantasy, paranormal mysteries, queer romance, and genre-bending speculative fiction. She loves reading diverse books, characters that come alive and immersive worlds, and tropes tur…

  • Saritza Hernández

    Andrea Brown Literary Agency · US

  • Christa Heschke (Cifelli)

    McIntosh & Otis · US

    Christa has been at McIntosh and Otis, Inc. in the Children’s Literature Department since 2009 where she is actively acquiring for all age groups in children’s. Christa is taking on picture books very sparingly and is n…

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