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Phrasemill lists literary agents who want lyrical, based on what they say on their public websites. “lyrical” is a craft tag; its identifier is lyrical. 87 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 (26–50 of 87)

  • Abigail Frank

    Sanford J. Greenburger Associates · US

    Says: “lyrical, inventive texts that are a joy to read aloud”

    Abigail loves weird books that challenge people to see the world in new and expansive ways—with delight, empathy, indignation, curiosity, awe, and humor. She wants to read anything that could make someone think: “I didn’…

  • Christine Goss

    FinePrint Literary Management · US

    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…

  • Elisa Moles

    Painted Fire Literary Agency · US

  • Natascha Morris

    Tobias Literary Agency · US

    Says: “lyrical and atmospheric writing”

    Natascha’s editorial philosophy stems from the idea that all books should be well written and entertaining, and that all children should see themselves and their lives in books. Natascha is primarily looking for bold, e…

  • Emma Patterson

    Brandt & Hochman Literary Agents · US

    Emma Patterson represents fiction ranging from dark, literary novels to historical and upmarket fiction; narrative non-fiction that includes memoir, investigative journalism, and popular history; and select children’s pr…

  • Liv Bignold

    C&W Agency · GB

    I have my own list of authors writing in the literary fiction, non-fiction and upmarket genre space. Although I consider myself an open-minded reader, my taste tends to lean towards literary and book club fiction. I am…

  • Norah Perkins

    Curtis Brown Group · GB

    Says: “someone who can write beautifully and evocatively about their subject”

    My list spans modern classics, overlooked gems and national treasures, from novelists, poets and memoirists to gardeners, travellers and philosophers.

  • Esme Bright

    David Higham Associates · GB

    Says: “makes me sit up and pay attention at a sentence level”

    I assist Andrew Gordon and Jessica Woollard and am also starting to build my own list of literary fiction, narrative non-fiction, and poetry. I am looking for bold literary and upmarket fiction that makes me sit up and…

  • Orli Vogt-Vincent

    David Higham Associates · GB

    Says: “unexpectedness and thoughtfulness of their prose”

    I am building an exciting literary fiction and non-fiction list, and I am also lucky enough to work across DHA managing director Lizzy Kremer’s list of internationally bestselling writers. In terms of fiction, I am look…

  • Bethany Weaver

    Weaver Literary Agency · Midwest

    Bethany represents adult, young adult and selective middle-grade. Her taste gravitates toward speculative fiction with subtle romance and lush prose. Horror, mystery, and romance elements are her soft spot.

  • Charlie Serabian

    Martin Literary Management · US

    Primarily, I'm looking to build my list in genre fiction of all kinds. I have a special place in my heart for sci-fi and fantasy with a strong sense of style, prose, and characterization. I love writing with an appreciat…

  • Daniela González Landero

    Ladderbird Literary Agency · US

    Says: “beautifully introspective prose that leans into the discomfort of its genre”

    she joined Ladderbird with the aim of helping talented writers from marginalized communities develop flourishing careers. Dany is exclusively taking on clients from underrepresented and marginalized communities. She is…

  • Heather Cashman

    Storm Literary Agency · US

    Says: “thoughtful turns of phrase”

    Heather loves books about people she could become friends with--fiction or nonfiction--and introduce a new world, but she cherishes the ones that make her want to be the heroine of her own life. Heather would love to fi…

  • Jess Regel

    Helm Literary · US

    I am seeking "conversation starters" that pair high-concept hooks with beautiful prose and unforgettable voices. I look for work that is compulsive, contagious, and creative. Contemporary & Upmarket: I want voice-driven…

  • Katie Erickson

    Jennifer De Chiara Literary Agency · US

    She represents picture books, as well as middle-grade and young-adult literature, specifically focusing on author-illustrators. I am eager for character-driven stories that explore what it means to be human while leavin…

  • Rach Crawford

    Wolf Literary Services · US

    Rach represents literary and upmarket fiction and narrative nonfiction. In nonfiction she is drawn above all else to lyrical writing and rigorous thinking, and is interested in climate change, nature, ecology, geopoliti…

  • Tanusri Prasanna

    DeFiore & Company · US

    Says: “meaningful and lyrical stories”

    Tanusri represents writers in the children’s and adult spaces across fiction and nonfiction. In the YA and middle-grade spaces, she’s drawn to contemporary coming-of-age stories, charming and relatable romances, ambitiou…

  • Vicky Weber

    Fuse Literary · US

    Says: “lyrical prose paired with a high-concept, commercial story arc”

  • Alice Williams

    Alice Williams Literary · London

    Says: “beautifully written, empowering stories with strong hooks”

    She's keen to consider playful, funny books for all ages, and is always on the lookout for beautifully written, empowering stories with strong hooks. Mysteries, thrillers, fantasy, magic, rom coms, friendship stories, a…

  • Lydia CaudillReferral only

    Andrea Hurst Literary Management · US

    Lydia is excited to build a diverse client list of her own and partner with authors to craft and share meaningful stories that leave a lasting impact on readers. Lydia is looking for the following in Fiction (primarily…

  • Haley Casey

    Creative Media Agency · US

    Says: “Lyrical prose that makes me stop to reread sentences again and”

    Haley is actively building her list, and is ready to assist her authors in achieving their publishing goals. High-Concept Book Club Fiction (like Killers of a Certain Age or The Bandit Queens) This should be something y…

  • Megan Frayser

    Creative Media Agency · US

    Says: “poetic prose that lingers on a moment”

    Contemporary Romance quirk settings, smart and messy characters, witty banter Paranormal Romance send me your witches, demons, ghosts, and monsters in love Dark Romance (please no non-con) Women’s Fiction disillusionm…

  • Michele Mortimer

    Darhansoff & Verrill Literary Agents · US

    Presently, Michele is intensifying her pursuit of genre fiction, specifically: crime, horror, and speculative fiction. Narrative and prescriptive nonfiction remain priorities. And however children’s reading habits may be…

  • Dylan Haston

    Donald Maass Literary Agency · US

    They specialize in fiction and are interested in projects that engage in any way with science-fictional, fantastical, speculative, weird, queer, poetic, folkloric, and leftist literary traditions. For fantasy, think boo…

  • Kat Kerr

    Donald Maass Literary Agency · US

    She graduated from Florida State University with a Bachelors in English and is drawn to literary and commercial voices within the adult and young adult markets, as well as select adult nonfiction. Kat feels strongly abo…

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