Literary agents for underrepresented voices authors — page 8
Phrasemill lists literary agents who want underrepresented voices, based on what they say on their public websites. “underrepresented voices” is a author identity tag; its identifier is underrepresented-voices. 207 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 (176–200 of 207)
She represents authors from all over the world and is drawn to the international narratives whether told in story, memoir, or essays, as well as literary fiction reflecting diverse, global voices, speculative fiction, up…
Jamie Carr joined The Book Group in January 2020. A senior agent at TBG, she champions award-winning debuts, commercial book club fiction, and expert-driven nonfiction at the forefront of culture. Jamie represents novel…
I’m all for WHALE FALL by Elizabeth O’Connor as much as the new Ali Hazelwood. Throw in a dash of speculative—that indulgent industry word—or a complex set of characters that makes you feel for them no matter where they…
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…
Ann is looking for characters who aren’t afraid to stand up for their convictions and beliefs – whether they fight with their fists or their words. She’s open to all genres of middle grade—and especially love stories tha…
Jane is particularly interested in stories that center marginalized communities and prose that is cinematic and atmospheric with good rhythm. In both fiction and nonfiction, she is drawn towards compelling, fresh voices…
Eva is building a list that includes a wide range of upmarket and literary fiction, as well as narrative nonfiction. Some qualities she looks for in a manuscript include: memorable narrative voice, rich, layered multige…
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 an…
Lisa Grubka represents a variety of fiction and non-fiction authors. In fiction, Lisa represents literary fiction, along with some upmarket and Young Adult. She is often drawn to “contained” settings (campuses, unique…
I am open to all formats, from picture books through YA. And while these categories can be very different, what grabs my attention is a sense of energy and a comfort with, or command of language. I love characters with a…
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 represents a diverse list of bestselling adult fiction and non-fiction and is actively looking to take on new clients. She loves to work with debut authors in the early stages of developing a project but also has ex…
Angeline has worked with a variety of fiction in genre, upmarket commercial, and literary categories, as well as select platform-driven nonfiction. She specializes in speculative fiction and loves high-concept stories t…
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…
Amelia is looking for literary and upmarket fiction, and narrative non-fiction. Across all of these, Amelia is most drawn to books with an obsessive bent. Her ideal fiction skews voicey and strange, with an indelible sen…
Parik is interested in both fiction and nonfiction, and craves stories that center BIPOC and underrepresented voices. She is particularly drawn to immigrant narratives, specifically Middle Eastern stories, as well as th…
He is building his client list and is actively looking for commercial and upmarket fiction, as well as compelling narrative non-fiction. He is particularly drawn to stories with a strong sense of place, complex family d…
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…
As a Latina, Mireya always seeks out innovative, compelling narratives from underrepresented communities and backgrounds.
Ericka has a keen eye for nonfiction that inspires, empowers, and transforms. She specializes in representing spiritual teachers, health and wellness experts, and cultural changemakers—especially those whose work is roo…
I’m all for WHALE FALL by Elizabeth O’Connor as much as the new Ali Hazelwood. Throw in a dash of speculative—that indulgent industry word—or a complex set of characters that makes you feel for them no matter where they…
Sophia focuses on romance, women's fiction, and LGBTQ+ literature. She is passionate about amplifying underrepresented voices and is actively building her client list.
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