Literary agents for lgbtq+ author authors
Phrasemill lists literary agents who want lgbtq+ author, based on what they say on their public websites. “lgbtq+ author” is a author identity tag; its identifier is lgbtq-author. 27 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.
Or paste your synopsis into ChatGPT or Claude with this prompt; it can read your whole manuscript.
Agents (1–25 of 27)
Says: “queer, trans, and nonbinary writers”
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…
Jamie is looking for commercial fiction, especially science fiction, fantasy, horror, crime and thrillers. He is also looking for sport-related non-fiction, and is keen to see submissions from under-represented voices an…
Says: “those who also identify as LGBTQ+ and who are exploring the full spectrum of LGBTQ+ lives in their writing”
Says: “Narrative nonfiction by BIPOC writers, non-cishet authors, immigrants.”
Ronald is focused on cinematic stories with strong hooks and relatable characters, and he is always looking for projects from queer, BIPOC, and other underrepresented authors. He is actively looking for thriller/mystery…
Christine is drawn to stories with high stakes and tension. The first pages must draw her in with action and curiosity. Lyrical writing, along with emotionality, physicality, and interiority, are all key components Chris…
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…
Bonnie represents authors who cover all the age groups from picture books through adult, many of whom have their own furry overlords or small two-legged dictators commanding their households, too. When she is open to qu…
Says: “books by LGBTQ+ authors of color”
As an autoimmune advocate, she is passionate about working with authors who share a deep connection with their characters and embrace life through all disabilities, even the invisible ones. She is still growing her list…
Cheyenne is most interested in manuscripts from historically excluded communities, i.e. queer, BIPOC, AAPI, neurodivergent, and disabled voices, etc. Her interests include gritty/dark romantasies (especially ones center…
Now she’d like to advocate for stories that take the reader beyond the traditional hero’s journey. Currently, Michelle represents middle grade, young adult, and some limited adult genres. Drawn to all sorts of stories…
Says: “amplifying the voices of queer authors”
I am primarily interested in fiction for adults and teens. I am also open to seeing nonfiction if it’s spiritual or esoteric in nature, a cookbook proposal, and/or very select memoir projects. I’m especially focused on…
Mason only represents adult books. He is seeking innovative, boundary-pushing literary fiction, engrossing upmarket and commercial fiction, and nonfiction that amplifies traditionally underrepresented voices in publishin…
Maggie primarily seeks accessible literary fiction and upmarket fiction for adult readers with distinct character voices, lyrical prose, and propulsive plots. She loves books that quietly yet unapologetically challenge a…
Says: “works by LGBTQ+ writers”
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…
Says: “people identifying as LGBTQ+”
His general curiosity in all things has allowed him the opportunity to represent a wide variety of prize-winning and New York Times bestselling nonfiction authors and projects. From the geopolitical mosaics of journalis…
Says: “projects from LGBTQIA+”
I’m drawn to weird, spooky and deeply atmospheric novels in the vein of Evie Wyld, Han Kang, Carmen Maria Machado, Shirley Jackson, Donna Tartt, and Claire Keegan. I love books that make you feel but also bring levity a…
I work with fiction and non-fiction authors in the commercial, upmarket and accessible literary space. I’m keen to hear from authors who feel their voice is underrepresented in publishing and it’s important to me to work…
She is interested in literary fiction with experimental and speculative bends. She is particularly excited by queer voices, Midwestern settings, and unique approaches to the form of the contemporary novel. Claire is cur…
More literary agent lists
- Literary Fiction (456)
- Narrative Nonfiction (431)
- Memoir (364)
- Young Adult (357)
- Romance (276)
- Thriller (265)
- Fantasy (241)
- Historical Fiction (232)
- Middle-grade Books (206)
- Horror (193)
- Mystery (186)
- Children's Books (169)
- Science Fiction (163)
- Women's Fiction (147)
- Crime Fiction (115)
- Humor (105)
- Romantasy (91)
- Magical Realism (90)
- Debut Authors (72)
- True Crime (72)
- Contemporary Romance (66)
- Cozy Fantasy (32)
- Cozy Mystery (28)
- Dark Academia (27)
- Poetry (26)
- Dark Romance (19)
- Paranormal Romance (17)
- African American Fiction (6)