Literary agents looking for books about philosophy — page 2
Phrasemill lists literary agents who want philosophy, based on what they say on their public websites. “philosophy” is a subject tag; its identifier is philosophy. 43 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 (26–43 of 43)
She likes books that explore untold or overlooked histories through compelling perspectives and nonfiction that takes an everyday experience and examines it through a philosophical lens.
Horror: Horror is my favorite genre to read, and I’m looking for lots of different flavors here. Whether it’s gruesome, eerie, disorienting, thrilling, existential, or horror-lite, I want to read it. Blends with sci-fi/f…
Idea-driven, big-think narrative non-fiction that grapples with what it is to be human (especially in the 21st century), particularly in the areas of psychology, nature, health, economics, business, technology, organizat…
Martha is actively seeking Upmarket commercial fiction Narrative non-fiction of all kinds, but especially investigative reporting, adventure, and science & nature Literary fiction Martha is currently not seeking Childre…
She loves reading nonfiction books about big ideas and is particularly drawn to smart, issue-driven books, especially those from journalists as well as writers with professional expertise, including science, psychology,…
Her taste is bold and eclectic; she loves working with writers who, to steal from a line Dickinson, “tell all the truth but tell it slant.” Lucy’s nonfiction taste is anchored by her interest in the way culture shapes u…
Alex represents a variety of adult fiction and nonfiction. In literary fiction, he especially loves books that are style forward, poignant, or funny, ideally all three. He’s looking for character-driven upmarket novels w…
Eric Showers is an agent at HMLA representing adult speculative fiction and nonfiction. He’s most drawn, in speculative fiction, to narratives that explore hierarchies of power, novel world-building in secondary world f…
Over the years, Barney has represented more fiction than non-fiction. Recently, though, he’s worked on a bit more non-fiction—work as varied as a philosopher’s take on procrastination, a dance critic’s look at grace in…
Maximilian is currently acquiring science fiction, fantasy and horror with an eye towards philosophy, postmodernism and deconstruction. Maximilian is also currently seeking expressions of established genre conventions i…
Stephanie is open to submissions in serious and narrative non-fiction, as well as literary fiction (including graphic novels). In non-fiction, her interests are history, philosophy, current affairs, literary and cultura…
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…
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;…
I am interested in a wide range of writing and represent both fiction and non-fiction. Fiction: While a generalist, I am drawn to novels that tackle human complexity, thoughtful world-building, strong emotional resonanc…
She’s particularly interested in authors whose works could stand alongside THE CREATIVE ACT by Rick Rubin, PRINCIPLES by Ray Dalio, STRONG FEMALE CHARACTER by Fern Brady, ULTRA-PROCESSED PEOPLE by Chris van Tulleken, BAR…
Erin represents fiction and non-fiction for adults and children. More than any specific category or genre, she’s drawn to good stories and distinct points of view; writers who make us think and also those who provide a g…
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