Literary agents for middle-grade books — page 2
Phrasemill lists literary agents who want middle-grade books, based on what they say on their public websites. “middle grade” is a audience tag; its identifier is middle-grade. 171 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.
Agents (26–50 of 171)
My list spans both children’s and adult books across a variety of genres. Across the board, my tastes lean towards commercial, entertaining, accessible books with clever hooks and something to say about the world. I am p…
I represent children's fiction and non-fiction up to YA and crossover. Please note, I am not currently accepting picturebook submissions. I am looking for ambitious storytelling, a bold approach to structure and voice a…
Marina is actively building her list of authors writing upmarket commercial, reading group and accessible literary fiction, alongside a select and eclectic children’s, YA & non-fiction list. She is looking for big stori…
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…
I’m too much of a magpie for a wish-list, but my areas of interest and where I feel I can really add value to the career of an author or illustrator have stayed pretty consistent over the years. I love picture books and…
I am a literary agent representing children's illustrators and authors of picture books, middle grade, YA and non-fiction. In fiction, I work on everything from young fiction through to young adult. On the younger end (…
Megan is looking for writers in a variety of areas, and from a wide range of backgrounds – she is particularly keen to hear from Black, Asian, and LGBTQIA+ writers across all genres. At the moment, she is prioritising au…
Miriam specializes in adult literary and book club fiction, narrative nonfiction, and books for children. She is particularly interested in finding emerging and underrepresented voices, and she loves reading and represen…
She represents a wide range of fiction and nonfiction for both adults and children. She is actively building her list and is looking for both new and established authors. Fiction: Upmarket and book club fiction, histori…
Marisa will judge each story not just on the writing, but also with an eye toward finding creative stories with well developed plots and rich characters with unique voices. She is always hoping for stories with standout…
She specializes in: Smart, plot-driven bestselling fiction. Memorable, confidently-written, literary fiction. Page-turning thrillers that teach you about spycraft, foreign intrigue or an unusual career. Mysteries – featu…
My tastes are eclectic, and I tend to respond favorably to projects of any sort if they demonstrate a real storytelling talent. And to me, that means a combination of strong narrative drive and mastery of voice which lea…
Adriana has a long trajectory of supporting authors and illustrators from underrepresented backgrounds and always welcomes submissions that offer a diverse point of view. She is interested in illustrators with fresh, un…
She represents authors of children's literature, including picture books, middle grade, and young adult fiction. She is actively seeking new clients and is particularly interested in stories with strong voices, unique p…
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…
She represents and is seeking plot-driven literary and upmarket fiction, narrative and creative non-fiction, and literary fiction for young adult and middle grade audiences.
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…
Elizabeth Harding represents authors and illustrators of picture books, middle-grade, and young adult fiction.
She represents upmarket adult fiction, middle grade fiction, and young adult fiction She looks for contemporary and historical stories with a fresh voice and a big hook, and is especially interested in underrepresented…
Christa is taking on picture books very sparingly and is not taking on rhyming picture books. She's interested in fiction and nonfiction picture books about environmentalism, especially the ocean, as well as diverse cult…
She is seeking Middle Grade and YA fantasy/adventure with a particular interest in graphic novels. She is also interested in picture books, YA, New Adult, and Adult romance. She loves unique narratives, strong voices,…
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