Phrasemill lists literary agents who want voice-driven, based on what they say on their public websites. “voice-driven” is a craft tag; its identifier is voice-driven. 332 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.
David Higham Associates · GB
I am obsessed with crime, thriller, and dark commercial fiction.
I’m looking for dark, gripping commercial fiction that completely absorbs me: books where I care about the characters and find myself reading far later th…
David Higham Associates · GB
Says: “strong points of view”
I am always hungry to read new writers and am actively looking for storytelling that surprises or moves me. I am drawn to strong points of view, especially those of women. I prize books that try to make sense of the work…
David Higham Associates · GB
Says: “voice is absolutely key”
I am very involved editorially with my clients’ work and more focused on getting submissions out that are in excellent shape than getting them out quickly.
I represent writers and illustrators based around the globe and…
David Higham Associates · GB
Says: “it's all about the writing”
I represent a diverse range of narrative non-fiction and have always been attracted to memoir (I was the agent for H is for Hawk). Working with books that change the way we see the world or can deftly interweave multiple…
DunnFogg · GB
I am happy to consider submissions in the following areas:
Fiction: reading group, women’s fiction, speculative fiction.
Non-fiction: memoir, narrative-led non-fiction, media tie-in (TV, Radio, Social Media, Podcast), po…
Felicity Bryan Associates · Oxford
Says: “first-person books that show us a life, or an occupation or situation that we don’t know about – a voice we haven’t heard before”
I have worked in publishing and literary representation since 1995, and act for a broad range of both fiction and non-fiction authors writing for the general-trade market.
I am always on the look-out for the original an…
Gemma Cooper Literary · GB
Says: “middle-grade novel with a strong voice”
My list is typified by big-concept, commercial series fiction.
If you can describe your children’s fiction in one line, or in an ‘X meets Y’ elevator pitch, I want to read it. I like books that have obvious potential fo…
Greene & Heaton · GB
I represent a list of literary and upmarket fiction and non-fiction.
This autumn, I’m really looking to read literary and genre crossover: stylish, clever writing with horror, sci-fi, thriller, gothic, mystery, or dysto…
Greenstone Literary · GB
Says: “Voice and character are also important”
I read widely across genres! I am always looking for commercial crime, thriller, suspense, bookclub, historical and romance fiction as well as very select non-fiction.
Above everything I want to be entertained. I’m look…
Greyhound Literary · GB
Says: “confident, immersive, ambitious, narrative-driven writing”
Salma is seeking confident, immersive, ambitious, narrative-driven writing.
She works under the tenet that quality need not be to the sacrifice of commercial success.
As an agent, Salma works closely on manuscript deve…
Hannah Sheppard Literary Agency · GB
Says: “bold, distinctive voices”
I represent both adult and children’s fiction (as well as a small amount of non-fiction) and, more than anything, I want to be entertained by a great story while caring deeply about your characters.
In general I love bo…
Hardman & Swainson Literary Agency · London
Says: “compelling personal voices”
I look for novels that combine great writing, plot and pace, distinctive characters, emotional depth and a strong hook – all the things that keep you turning the page.
I like to be challenged, surprised, moved to tears,…
Hardman & Swainson Literary Agency · London
I read widely and aim to reflect that in the authors I represent. In fiction, I’m looking for complex, larger-than-life characters, characters I can root for and who can give me insights into worlds and situations unfami…
International Creative Agency · GB
Says: “language in service of story”
Ivan is known for shaping bestselling autobiographies and memoirs with leading public figures, as well as subject-led non-fiction by experts with unique perspectives.
His authors have published across economics, history…
International Creative Agency · GB
Sallyanne Sweeney joined the agency in 2013 and has since built a list that spans fiction, non-fiction and illustration, across children’s and adult publishing.
Known for her close editorial work, Sallyanne has a partic…
International Creative Agency · GB
At ICA, Sharmaine is actively building a list of fiction and non-fiction with international ambition, seeking distinctive voices, emotional resonance, and stories that broaden how we see the world.
She is looking for li…
International Creative Agency · GB
Says: “narratives that feel personal and sincere”
she represents Korean authors and publishers, introducing distinctive, boundary-pushing voices to readers around the world
Seo has a particular love for graphic novels, picture books, and intimate, journal-like narrativ…
Janklow & Nesbit · London
Says: “voice or character driven”
I work closely editorially with writers, regardless of genre. With non-fiction, I’ll help hone the smallest seed of an idea into a perfect, irresistible proposal and with fiction, I’ll make sure a first novel is as good…
Janklow & Nesbit · London
Says: “compelling and distinctive voices”
Hayley is a Director and Literary Agent representing writers of commercial and bookclub fiction across all genres.
I’m particularly drawn to a strong hook and one line pitch – a setting, structure, or a ‘what if’ that c…
Janklow & Nesbit · London
She is a lover of literary fiction, narrative non-fiction and food writing; Olivia is building her list as Associate Agent, alongside assisting literary agent and Director Claire Paterson Conrad.
In fiction, I’m drawn t…
Johnson & Alcock · London
Says: “distinctive voices which bring personal experience into conversation with bigger questions”
In fiction, Anna is looking for literary fiction and book club novels, as well as romance, historical, crime/thriller, romantasy, horror, mystery and fantasy that skews towards the nostalgic.
She is drawn to fiction wit…
Johnson & Alcock · London
Says: “a distinctive and compelling voice”
Anna Power is the MD of Johnson & Alcock and looks after a diverse list of best-selling and prize-winning authors, as well as emerging original voices in fiction and narrative non-fiction.
In fiction, Anna invites submi…
Johnson & Alcock · London
Says: “strong narrative voice”
In fiction, he looks for anything with originality and style, and his list covers the full gamut from literary to commercial writing. He likes books with an imaginative setting, strong narrative voice, and compelling pre…
Ki Agency · London
Says: “Fabienne loves strong voices and atmosphere, stories that have something to say about the world in both fiction and non-fiction.”
Ki Agency · London
Says: “an original unique piece with a strong voice”
Miriam is the only agent working on children's books
continuing to expand and support their list in everything and anything speculative.
Their MSWL is inspired by all of these passions on top of their non-binary, bisex…
