Literary agents for upmarket fiction — page 8

Phrasemill lists literary agents who want upmarket fiction, based on what they say on their public websites. “upmarket fiction” is a genre tag; its identifier is upmarket-fiction. 232 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 232)

  • Tugeau 2 · US

    He represents authors of adult fiction and nonfiction, with a particular interest in literary fiction, upmarket fiction, and narrative nonfiction. He is actively building his list and is open to queries from both establ…

  • United Talent Agency · US

    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…

  • Upstart Crow Literary · US

    She is open to picture books through YA and illustrators, and select adult manuscripts in the upmarket and contemporary romance categories. She is searching for those voices that make her laugh and keep the page turning…

  • WSA | Wendy Sherman Associates · US

  • Westwood Creative Artists · CA

    Now that I have a robust client list I'm very selective about taking on authors …but I still love the thrill of discovering a new voice. I’m proud of the authors I’ve nurtured since the beginning of their careers, includ…

  • Westwood Creative Artists · CA

    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…

  • William Morris Endeavor · US

    She is actively taking on new clients, in addition to offering UK representation to our diverse roster of US-based authors. Fiona represents adult fiction and non-fiction and is actively taking on new clients. In fictio…

  • William Morris Endeavor · US

    I’m on the lookout for strong hooks, memorable characters and immersive settings. I would love to find an epic love story that completely sweeps me away, and a juicy thriller with great pacing and a knock-your-socks-off…

  • Calligraph · US

    She represents bestselling and award-winning authors in fiction and nonfiction. Her list includes literary fiction, upmarket fiction, book club fiction, thrillers, suspense, narrative nonfiction, memoir, and select presc…

  • William Morris Endeavor · US

    James has a particular interest in non-fiction that allows us to understand the world in an accessible and engaging way, and upmarket fiction that deftly explores complex relationships.

  • William Morris Endeavor · US

    She represents fiction, children's books and non-fiction and enjoys novels with bold storytelling, moving prose and vivid, thought-provoking characters. She is actively taking on new clients and as an editorially focused…

  • William Morris Endeavor · US

    In fiction, Alyssa is drawn to propulsive, voice-driven stories that blend emotional resonance with undeniable hooks. She is actively looking for novels that grip you from the first page and stay with you long after turn…

  • William Morris Endeavor · US

    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…

  • William Morris Endeavor · US

    Sabrina represents fiction and non-fiction alike. She is especially drawn to well-plotted, fast-paced upmarket fiction with characters she can fall for, and she loves a good story about people behaving badly. On the nonf…

  • Caroline Wakeman Literary Agency · GB

    Kate represents literary and upmarket fiction as well as a range of narrative nonfiction and select memoir, and is interested in food, running, obsessives, unconventional families, art, global stories, social justice, me…

  • Calligraph · US

    she is building a list of nonfiction and select fiction titles, and looking for a wide range of nonfiction, including journalistic investigations, cultural criticisms, and untold histories, as well as fresh perspectives…

  • Laura Gross Literary Agency · US

    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…

  • Andrea Hurst Literary Management · US

    She is also an avid reader of women’s upmarket and book club fiction and enjoys the opportunity to assist the agency with proofreading, beta-reading, and submission support when needed.

  • Darhansoff & Verrill Literary Agents · US

  • Au Literary Management · US

  • Beck Literary Agency · US

    She represents literary fiction, upmarket fiction, and narrative nonfiction. She is passionate about discovering new voices and helping authors build sustainable careers.

  • Calligraph · US

    Zoe is currently accepting new clients in the following categories: Literary and upmarket fiction, Narrative nonfiction, Memoir, Journalism and cultural criticism She is not currently accepting new clients in the follow…

  • Calligraph · US

    She is currently building her list and is open to queries. Emily is seeking: Literary fiction, Upmarket fiction, Romance, Romantasy, Cozy fantasy, LGBTQ+ fiction, Young adult, Graphic novels She is not seeking: Nonfict…

  • InkWell Management · US

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