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. 279 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.
Jennifer Azantian Literary Agency · US
Says: “BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, genderfluid, neurodiverse, and disabled voices”
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…
Katie Reed Literary · US
Says: “those that elevate underrepresented voices”
Across all genres, Katie is looking for what all readers want in a good story: characters that leap off the page, conflict and tension that grips her in the story, and strong prose that can compete with similar titles in…
Laxfield Literary Associates · GB
Says: “writers from under-represented backgrounds”
We provide representation for authors in Norfolk and Suffolk, writers from under-represented backgrounds and literature in translation. We are particularly interested in working with authors based in Africa & the Caribbe…
Levine Greenberg Rostan Literary Agency · US
Says: “voices that need to be heard”
She reads most types of literary and upmarket commercial fiction, especially works that show powerful imagination, revelatory character arcs, compulsive plotting and unpredictable points of view illustrating timeless the…
Levine Greenberg Rostan Literary Agency · US
Says: “fresh and from underrepresented voices”
In adult and YA, Rebecca’s interests cover a wide range of genres, but most of all, she is interested in grounded, speculative stories, page-turning contemporary romance, non-linear storytelling, and elevated writing acr…
Lotus Lane Literary · US
Says: “lesser known voices”
Priya is passionate and dedicated to the intentional expansion of diversity and inclusivity in the publishing and film/tv industries and is constantly striving to bring lesser known voices to mainstream media.
Fiction D…
MacGregor & Luedeke Literary · US
Martin Literary Management · US
Says: “Underrepresented voices in all forms”
A subject matter expert in food and drink titles, Jen spent more than two decades as a cookbook editor and writer (she even went to culinary school!). She’s experienced in working with celebrity chefs, business owners, c…
McIntosh & Otis · US
Says: “BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, neurodiverse, and disabled writers”
Christa has been at McIntosh and Otis, Inc. in the Children’s Literature Department since 2009 where she is actively acquiring for all age groups in children’s.
Christa is taking on picture books very sparingly and is n…
McIntosh & Otis · US
Daniele is open to young adult, middle grade, and picture books. Her top priority is contemporary, but she’s also open to contemporary fantasy, and sparingly considers genre fantasy/speculative, suspense, romance, and hi…
P.S. Literary Agency · CA
Says: “diverse, and inclusive stories rooted in cultural identity and belonging”
Marina Green is an associate agent at PSLA representing fiction and non-fiction.
Marina has always had an eclectic taste in books and is always looking for atmospheric, diverse, and inclusive stories rooted in cultural…
Sandra Dijkstra Literary Agency · US
Says: “writers of diversity (including, but not limited to, all ethnicity, sexual orientation, mental and physical health, and socioeconomic status)”
Jennifer is most interested in literary fiction, speculative fiction, and translated fiction for the adult market, unusual history, journalism, politics, and pop-culture and music history.
She's fond of oral histories i…
Sandra Dijkstra Literary Agency · US
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…
Sanford J. Greenburger Associates · US
Iwalani is seeking adult upmarket and literary fiction and select nonfiction.
In fiction, she loves coming-of-age narratives, family dramas, and stories that challenge systems of power.
She is often drawn to a strong s…
Sanford J. Greenburger Associates · US
Bailey is seeking middle grade, YA, and adult speculative fiction, fantasy, sci fi, horror, and anything in between—especially when the genre is a unique setting for the deeply human stories underneath.
She is drawn to…
Sanford J. Greenburger Associates · US
Says: “voices that have been underrepresented in publishing”
Madeline is seeking literary and upmarket fiction, as well as select narrative nonfiction and memoir. She is committed to advocating for voices that have been underrepresented in publishing.
In fiction, Madeline loves t…
SBR Media · US
Says: “Novels by LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC authors — especially those bringing underrepresented voices and perspectives to the page”
Meagan is actively seeking Adult & YA Fiction in the following categories: Women’s fiction with emotional depth and smart, layered protagonists. Romantasy with strong world-building and either slow-burn tension or extra…
Sterling Lord Literistic · US
Says: “self-published and 'under-published' writers”
Laurie has made it a point in her career to nurture young and unpublished authors, as well as self-published and ‘under-published’ writers.
Laurie represents fiction and nonfiction whose perspectives are well developed…
DeFiore & Company · US
Says: “diversity of voices”
Melissa represents a wide-range of Adult fiction and non-fiction titles. In fiction, she gravitates towards high-concept novels with a fresh perspective, energetic writing, deep emotional connection, and an immersive sen…
Susanna Lea Associates
Says: “diverse, global voices”
Stephanie’s interests are a reflection of her own reading tastes, which have always been wide and far ranging. She represents authors from all over the world and is drawn to the international narratives whether told in s…
Talcott Notch Literary Services · US
Says: “stories that spotlight underrepresented voices and lesser-known moments”
The Book Group · US
Says: “historical fiction from the POV of the marginialized”
Brenda Bowen represents authors and artists of books for adults, young adults, and children.
She can’t decide which she loves more: a bold picture book, a lyrical middle-grade novel, or a sweeping work of historical fic…
The Book Group · US
she champions award-winning debuts, commercial book club fiction, and expert-driven nonfiction at the forefront of culture
Jamie represents novelists, journalists, and experts in art, food, sobriety, finance, and millen…
Booker Albert Literary Agency · US
A.J. welcomes queries from marginalized writers. They’re currently seeking MG and YA in all genres, and adult literary, general, historical, thriller, and women's fiction. (Their list is currently full for adult SFFH but…
The Cheney Agency · US
Says: “underrepresented voices and perspectives”
Adam primarily focuses on non-fiction, with an emphasis on underrepresented voices and perspectives; narrative-driven and investigative journalism; and path-breaking work in the fields of history, politics, arts & cultur…
