Literary agents for memoir — page 10
Phrasemill lists literary agents who want memoir, based on what they say on their public websites. “memoir” is a genre tag; its identifier is memoir. 364 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 (226–250 of 364)
Rachel is currently building her own list and is interested in adult, young adult, and middle grade fiction. She is a fan of magical realism, contemporary westerns, science fiction and all stories that quicken the pulse…
A literary agent for over twenty years, Andrea represents a wide range of fiction and nonfiction, including projects for adult, young adult and middle grade audiences. Actively seeking projects in the following categori…
She is interested primarily in literary and upmarket fiction and memoir, and especially stories grappling with racial, religious, sexual or national identity, narrative nonfiction, journalism, and history. She does not…
She represents writers of both fiction and narrative nonfiction. Writing matters, books matter, and here’s why it matters to me. As an agent, I’ve opened a submission and found everything from an enthralling first novel…
Carrie is accepting submissions for: adult literary, upmarket, and commercial fiction as well as memoir, narrative and prescriptive non-fiction, and cookbooks.
Says: “He represents authors, creators, and memoirists of particularly high originality, such as Bryan Cranston, Susan Orlean, Andre Agassi, Erin…”
Says: “He represents authors, creators, and memoirists of particularly high originality, such as Bryan Cranston, Susan Orlean, Andre Agassi, Erin…”
Says: “memoirs that take on issues that extend beyond those in the author's own life”
Says: “memoirs is the ability to go beyond a personal narrative and establish a connection to a "big picture" aspect such as TRAVEL AS A POLITICAL ACT by Rick Steves, CARELESS PEOPLE by Sarah Wynn-Williams,…”
Says: “beautifully written memoirs about people who have overcome incredible odds”
Says: “memoirs with strong voices and unique, inspiring stories”
Jud has represented, developed and launched a broad spectrum of trendsetting and bestselling books throughout his career, by authors of narrative nonfiction, journalism, cultural criticism, memoir, popular culture, presc…
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,…
Whether fiction or nonfiction, Lindsay seeks exceptional storytellers whose work combines a compelling hook, emotional or intellectual resonance, and the potential to reach a broad readership. She is especially interest…
Says: “voice- or adventure-driven memoir”
Whatever the genre, LFL is drawn to books with complex, believable, sympathetic characters, that transport the reader into a world both new and unexpected, and stories that compel readers to put aside all daily cares and…
Lindsay represents a wide range of titles, including narrative nonfiction, memoir, lifestyle and health, illustrated books, and literary fiction. She is drawn to projects with strong narrators, obscure journeys, and pol…
Although Daniel's specialties are narrative non-fiction, memoir, popular culture, and humor, he will take on any project as long as there's a personal connection with the book and he's positively excited about representi…
Lucinda Halpern is a literary agent, author, and founder of Lucinda Literary, a boutique agency specializing in fiction and nonfiction by leading experts and cultural voices. Today, Lucinda represents New York Times, Wa…
The Baldi Agency is an eclectic agency specializing in literary fiction, memoir and cultural history. Baldi believes the strength of the author’s voice and the heart of the story to be key when considering new work.
Says: “Occasional memoir, provided a platform/engaged community is attached, with wider implications beyond the author, and a writer who is uniquely suited to write the story”
Aram is looking for novelists – literary and commercial – who put immersive storytelling front and center. Regardless of genre, what gets Aram’s attention is a writer who brings authentic emotional consequences to their…
She specializes in literary fiction, memoir, and cultural history.
Rob specializes in fiction, memoir, history, cultural criticism, and poetry.
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