Literary agents for narrative journalism
Phrasemill lists literary agents who want narrative journalism, based on what they say on their public websites. “narrative journalism” is a genre tag; its identifier is narrative-journalism. 24 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
Sarah Levitt represents critically acclaimed, award-winning, and NYT bestselling nonfiction and select fiction writers (including two MacArthur "Geniuses" and counting). Her list includes journalists, academics, historia…
Lauren Sharp represents award‑winning journalists, historians, scientists, and New York Times bestselling authors. Her nonfiction list spans politics, history, narrative nonfiction, current affairs, and science, and incl…
I am happy to consider submissions in the following areas: Fiction: historical fiction, upmarket crime and thriller, speculative fiction. Non-fiction: memoir, narrative non-fiction, investigative journalism, business, fo…
Salma is seeking confident, immersive, ambitious, narrative-driven writing. She works under the tenet that quality need not be to the sacrifice of commercial success. Story is non-negotiable for Salma, regardless of wh…
Alex is actively building his list and is always on the lookout for new writers of speculative fiction, commercial fiction, literary fiction, crime and thriller and serious non-fiction. His tastes range widely, and in f…
Emma Bal is a Literary Agent specialising in non-fiction. She is looking for passionate and ambitious collaborators who want to share their ideas with the world. Non-fiction across the arts, humanities and sciences; na…
Amanda Harris is an award-winning literary agent with over a decade of experience in the publishing industry. Known for her sharp editorial eye and unwavering commitment to diverse voices, she represents a dynamic list o…
I am actively looking for exciting new voices across both fiction and non-fiction. I’m interested in non-fiction that says something about the way we live- from beautiful narrative non-fiction with a strong voice to pas…
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…
She looks for literary fiction, upmarket 'book club' fiction (contemporary and historical, American in particular), and narrative non-fiction. Susan is drawn to an authentic voice, unforgettable characters with an edge,…
He represents literary fiction (story collections and novels) and narrative nonfiction in the areas of immersive journalism, personal essay, pop culture, memoir, “anti-lifestyle,” and anything that aims to dismantle prev…
As an agent based in Los Angeles, Will focuses on journalistic narratives, politics, history, pop culture, mental health, technology, and memoir.
As an agent, Joanne represents a wide array of nonfiction. She has vast experience working with academics and experts in diverse fields, helping them develop and write books for a broad market. She also has a particula…
Across age groups, her list spans the spectrum of literary and commercial in both fiction and nonfiction. She is proud to represent brilliant, creative, conversation-sparking clients she has a passion for bringing book…
Representing SPEAKERS AND Adult Authors – Social and cultural history or other fun history – History that connects to today, history that asks questions – Investigative reporting and narrative journalism – Popular scien…
Samantha Haywood’s submission mandates include: Plurality of voices, stories and authors of all backgrounds are encouraged! Originality and variety in my client list is the objective. Fiction Mandates: Literary fiction…
Emma is interested in literary fiction and narrative nonfiction that grapples with climate change; ambitious multigenerational novels; speculative fiction; and dark or darkly comic domestic fiction. In nonfiction, she i…
I am actively growing my client list, and am looking for stories I haven’t heard, told well – stories that need to be told. I’m especially attracted to big ideas, diverse voices, inspired experts, and driven journalism;…
Howard works exclusively with nonfiction writers, gravitating towards reported narratives, memoir, history, science, sports, tech, business, and popular culture. He represents leading experts and thought leaders, but al…
She represents award winning writers – fiction and non-fiction, children’s book writers, poets, journalists, scriptwriters, and illustrators. Our passion for stories runs deep, stories are our heartland, and we are alwa…
A lover of the bizarre, the profane, the unsettling, the dark, and the darkly funny, he is drawn to writing that occupies a literary uncanny valley and to writers who move the cultural needle through direct confrontation…
He is interested in representing literary fiction, essay collections, cultural criticism, military and intellectual history, and narrative journalism.
She is actively looking for compelling, deeply researched narrative non-fiction that guides readers toward a better understanding of the societal forces and systems that shape their lives, whether it takes the form of "b…
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