Literary agents for narrative nonfiction — page 12

Phrasemill lists literary agents who want narrative nonfiction, based on what they say on their public websites. “narrative nonfiction” is a genre tag; its identifier is narrative-nonfiction. 431 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 (276–300 of 431)

Eliza Rothstein
InkWell Management · US
Says: “She is particularly interested in the intersection of narrative writing with topics of psychology, medicine, science, food, technology, business, humor and pop culture.”
Eddie Schneider
JABberwocky Literary Agency · US
What I desire most are books that can help with this, whether in a straightforward way like narrative nonfiction, or an oblique way like a fantasy or science fiction novel—I'm always on the lookout for books that are gro…
Susan Velazquez Colmant
JABberwocky Literary Agency · US
Says: “the style of narrative nonfiction that blends in the author’s personal journey into the topic”
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,…
Cole Hildebrand
Jean V. Naggar Literary Agency · US
He is actively building his list, seeking narrative non-fiction, literary and upmarket fiction, and graphic novels, particularly works by LGBTQ+ writers. He loves fostering the careers of debut authors, working closely…
Jennifer Weltz
Jean V. Naggar Literary Agency · US
Mara Hollander
Jennifer Azantian Literary Agency · US
I'm actively seeking to represent authors from communities traditionally underrepresented in publishing, including BIPOC, LGBTQIA, and disabled and/or chronically ill writers. In fiction, I'm seeking accessibly-written…
Larissa Melo Pienkowski
Jennifer Azantian Literary Agency · US
Says: “voicey, engaging narrative nonfiction that draws insightful connections between investigative journalism to the author’s personal experiences to humanity at large”
Across age groups, her list spans the spectrum of literary and commercial in both fiction and nonfiction. She believes books are a critical tool in the ongoing fight for liberation, and she has a passion for bringing bo…
Roma Panganiban
Jennifer Azantian Literary Agency · US
Says: “narrative nonfiction that reorients our understanding of history, culture, science, society, and ourselves”
Roma Panganiban began her publishing career at The Gernert Company before moving to Janklow & Nesbit in 2019, where she began representing literary and upmarket fiction and nonfiction across the adult and children’s mark…
Alexandra Weiss
Jennifer Azantian Literary Agency · US
Says: “Narrative nonfiction that teaches me something new about the sciences”
In 2021, she joined Azantian Literary Agency where she represents fiction and nonfiction picture books, middle grade, young adult, graphic novels, and select adult fiction and nonfiction. She is a hands-on editorial age…
Stephen Fraser
Jennifer De Chiara Literary Agency · US
Says: “nonfiction (both picture books and longer works) about original, child-friendly topics”
He represents children’s books in a wide range of genres. I am always looking for good, original writing: picture books with delicious words; middle grade stories that endure, with strong characters and plots; young adu…
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,…
Jeff Ourvan
Jennifer Lyons Literary Agency · US
His interests are varied: he represents nonfiction works, especially narrative nonfiction, histories, biographies, science, food and sports. He also represents fiction writers, particularly in the thriller, mystery and r…
Jim Donovan
Jim Donovan Literary · US
Says: “general narrative nonfiction”
We primarily deal with New York publishers and larger independent houses, and have longtime relationships with agents in the film industry. Our authors include both established and first-time writers across multiple genr…
Jud Laghi
Jud Laghi Agency · US
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…
Judith Ehrlich
Judith Ehrlich Literary Management · New York City
Says: “compelling narrative nonfiction”
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,…
Lindsay Guzzardo
Keystone Literary Agency · US
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…
David Fugate
Launchbooks Literary Agency · US
Leigh Feldman
Leigh Feldman Literary · US
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 Edgecombe
Levine Greenberg Rostan Literary Agency · US
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…
Daniel Greenberg
Levine Greenberg Rostan Literary Agency · US
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
Lucinda Literary · US
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…
Faye Atchison
Margret McBride Literary Agency · US
Faye is interested in in both commercial and niche fiction and nonfiction. Fiction interests include YA, speculative fiction, commercial fantasy, women’s fiction, historical fiction, sci-fi, paranormal, unconventional w…
Aram Fox
Massie McQuilkin & Altman Literary Agents · US
Says: “deeply reported narrative nonfiction”
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…
Max Moorhead
Massie McQuilkin & Altman Literary Agents · US
As an agent he specializes in literary fiction, narrative nonfiction, biography, cultural history, and memoir.
Sandra Pareja
Massie McQuilkin & Altman Literary Agents · US
Says: “ambitious narrative non-fiction”
With an eye out for ambitious narrative non-fiction, she specializes in groundbreaking literary fiction from the Spanish, the English, the French and the Italian.

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