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Literary agents looking for books about mythology and folklore — page 2

Phrasemill lists literary agents who want mythology and folklore, based on what they say on their public websites. “mythology and folklore” is a theme tag; its identifier is mythology-and-folklore. 42 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 (26–42 of 42)

  • 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…

  • Susan Velazquez Colmant

    JABberwocky Literary Agency · US

    Says: “modern day versions of myths”

    In general, I gravitate towards any story that details a complicated family dynamic, illustrates a transformative coming-of-age experience, and features unique voices like multicultural and LGBTQIA+ characters. To note,…

  • Marie Lamba

    Jennifer De Chiara Literary Agency · US

    I represent fiction and non-fiction for children and for adults. I'm currently seeking middle grade and young adult fiction and graphic novels, especially with diverse points of view. I also want general adult fiction,…

  • Jill Marr

    Sandra Dijkstra Literary Agency · US

    Says: “new take on mythology”

    Jill is looking for fiction and non-fiction by unrepresented voices, BIPOC and Latinx writers, disabled persons, and people identifying as LGBTQ+, among others. She is interested in commercial and upmarket fiction, with…

  • Natalie Barracliffe

    Sheil Land Associates · London

    Says: “under-explored mythological creatures”

    As I grow my list, I’m particularly interested in fantasy/romantasy, thrillers and romances in the Adult and Young Adult market. I'm specifically looking for a paranormal romance, and a dark academia book with a strong…

  • Emelie Burl

    Susan Schulman Literary Agency · US

    She considers herself a literary omnivore, representing books for all ages and across many different genres. She loves anything and everything cozy (fantasy, mysteries, romantasy, non-fiction, horror, etc), and gravitat…

  • Natalie Rosselli

    Aaron Priest Literary Agency · New York

    She is actively building her list. Natalie is currently most interested in and actively seeking out adult and new adult fiction, specifically in the following genres: romance, romantasy, and women’s/book club fiction.…

  • Rosa Frazier

    The Seymour Agency · US

    As a recovering attorney, she is drawn to underrepresented BIPOC, LGBTQIA, and disabled creatives, hoping to help them reach their authorial and artistic dreams. Caribbean and South American stories, folklore, and mytho…

  • Marina De Pass

    The Soho Agency · London

    Says: “a light dusting of myths and folklore”

    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…

  • Laura Cameron

    Transatlantic Literary Agency · CA

    Says: “one that's rooted in lesser-known mythology”

    Laura focuses on adult upmarket and literary fiction and elevated genre including horror, suspense, romance, and grounded speculative fiction. In all categories, she is particularly drawn to books with a commercial hook…

  • Amanda Orozco

    Transatlantic Literary Agency · CA

    Says: “folklore and mythology”

    Amanda is looking for stories and projects that make her feel deeply and that surprise her, whether that be in form, voice, tone, concept, ambition, or all of the above. She is particularly drawn to stories from Asian a…

  • Hannah Teachout

    Folio Literary Management · US

    Says: “explore the metaphors of magic and monsters”

    I love a good adventure on and off the page, but especially the stories that dig into themes of identity and explore the metaphors of magic and monsters. I work on Middle Grade, Young Adult, and Adult fiction across gen…

  • Ellen Pauley Goff

    HG Literary · US

    Says: “nearly all types of folklore”

    At HG Literary, her client list consists of authors writing for all age groups, from picture books to middle grade to young adult to adult, in both fiction and nonfiction. She also represents illustrators and graphic nov…

  • Megan Amero

    InkWell Management · US

    Says: “Any book that delves into the intricacies of language or explores forgotten mythologies is sure to find itself among her favorites.”

  • Tali Shammas

    Storm Literary Agency · US

    Says: “books that weave in folk stories and mythologies”

    Tali is looking to work with clients over the span of their careers and is not afraid of a writer who wants to explore multiple genres. She is an editorial agent who loves to sink her teeth into a great manuscript and w…

  • Amber Garvey

    United Agents · London

    I am now starting to build my own list, with a focus on romance for new adult and adult readers and Irish writers across genres. On the non-fiction side, I’m interested in anything to do with relationships, pop culture…

  • Ivanka Dimitrova

    Olswanger Literary · US

    Says: “stories where history intersects with mystery, folklore, and wonder”

    Ivanka is seeking commercial and upmarket fiction, including women’s fiction, book club fiction, mystery, thriller, romance, magical realism, low fantasy, and time-slip fiction. She is drawn to stories where history int…

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