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.
LBA · GB
Says: “anything which has the leap-off-the-page voice”
Across all the below genres, I particularly welcome submissions from writers from communities that have been underrepresented in mainstream publishing, including LGBTQ+ authors, disabled and neurodivergent authors, and a…
Lexington Literary · GB
Says: “Writing with a distinctive and off-kilter voice”
I am looking for bold and affecting literary fiction set anywhere in the world. Writing with a distinctive and off-kilter voice will always catch my eye - I love prose which is wryly funny; full of feeling; inflected wit…
Lutyens & Rubinstein · GB
I’m an eclectic reader but I’m always looking for that strong connection to the writing itself and excitement to read on, regardless of genre.
I’m open to submissions and keen to find distinctive voices and great storyt…
Lutyens & Rubinstein · GB
Says: “confident, immersive writing”
In fiction, the most important things for me are a strong sense of place, convincing characters and confident, immersive writing.
I am looking for contemporary fiction that explores the complexities of modern relationsh…
Madeleine Milburn Literary Agency · GB
Says: “a distinctive voice or character”
Madeleine reads across all areas of fiction but is immediately drawn to powerful, voice-led book club fiction with irresistible protagonists and themes that spark up conversations. She loves a literary voice that lingers…
Madeleine Milburn Literary Agency · GB
Says: “a distinctive narrative voice”
Liv is a Director & Literary Agent representing literary, upmarket and book club fiction.
Liv is a Director & Literary Agent specialising in literary, upmarket and book club fiction. She is always excited to discover bo…
Madeleine Milburn Literary Agency · GB
Says: “a distinct voice”
Maddy is a Literary Agent specialising in SFF and romance
Maddy joined Madeleine Milburn Agency in 2022 to build a list specialising in SFF and romance.
She represents adult and YA fantasy, science fiction, horror and…
Madeleine Milburn Literary Agency · GB
Says: “strong sense of voice”
Callen Martin is a Literary Agent specialising in accessible Middle Grade (7+), YA and SFF fiction with an action and adventure focus.
Middle Grade (7+), YA, New Adult, SFF fiction in all genres and formats (bar verse,…
Mushens Entertainment · London
Says: “authors who can match a distinctive voice with an equally compelling plot”
“Whether literary or commercial, I generally prefer darker stories – my favourite books centre characters with tragic fates, dark pasts or buried trauma.”
Rachel is actively growing her list across a wide variety of gen…
Mushens Entertainment · London
Says: “contagious narrative voice that gets under the skin”
Whether fiction or nonfiction, Maria is seeking novels that skew literary or upmarket, with an edge.
Maria is looking for: literary and upmarket fiction, speculative fiction, horror, magical realism and reimaginings of…
PEW Literary · London
Says: “people who write in a distinctive voice”
He joined PEW in 2019 and is interested in hearing from writers with a story to tell, mainly but not exclusively in the form of non-fiction, and people who write in a distinctive voice or from a fresh perspective.
His r…
Paper Literary · London
Says: “an unforgettable character with a distinctive voice”
My list is mostly fiction; I am looking for reading group fiction, high concept novels, page-turners, and fantasy. I am particularly looking to work with debut writers. For me, it’s not about genre, it’s about the story,…
Paper Literary · London
Kiya joined Paper Literary in 2025 with a focus on building a list of new and exciting voices in fiction (and selective non-fiction).
She has sold multiple six-figure deals in both the UK and US, and is keenly seeking b…
Peters Fraser & Dunlop · London
Upmarket-commercial fiction, series crime and thrillers, historical fiction, high-concept fiction, middle grade, narrative non-fiction, true crime, memoir, popular science/psychology and serious history.
Genres aside, A…
Peters Fraser & Dunlop · London
I am actively building a list that spans middle grade, YA and crossover fiction across all genres and selective adult fiction in the SFF space.
My taste skews more commercial than literary, and I love fiction with a dis…
Peters Fraser & Dunlop · London
Says: “voice and character driven narratives”
I am primarily looking for middle grade and YA fiction. I generally gravitate towards voice and character driven narratives, as well as literary fiction and beautiful writing, which I prefer over complex plots and extens…
Peters Fraser & Dunlop · London
Says: “strong, original voices”
Laurie Robertson is an agent representing books and journalism, and is actively building a list of adult fiction and non-fiction.
On the fiction side she represents a range of genres, alongside a smaller non-fiction lis…
Peters Fraser & Dunlop · London
Says: “sharp, voice-driven narratives”
Lisette is actively building a literary list with a strong focus on international clients for sale both to the UK and around the world.
I’m especially looking for literary fiction and narrative non-fiction with great in…
Portobello Literary · Edinburgh
Says: “an engaging voice”
I represent adult fiction and non-fiction. As of 2026, I am at capacity and only take on select projects.
I have very broad taste in fiction and I’m attracted to excellent writing, clever plots, unusual settings and com…
Pérez Literary & Entertainment · London
Says: “character and voice first”
I represent YA and New Adult and am particularly interested in Contemporary Romance, Romantasy and Fantasy.
I am always attracted to the character and voice first, so give me romantic tension that has me giggling, a vil…
Rachel Mills Literary · London
Rachel Mills is very selectively looking for new clients writing commercial and upmarket non-fiction and wishing to develop their work into major global publishing and media brands.
Areas of interest include psychology,…
Rebecca Carter Literary · London
Says: “novels that take risks with voice”
Since starting out in publishing in 1994, Rebecca Carter has been committed to nurturing novelists and non-fiction writers with original and refreshing perspectives on the world. Authors who compel us, entertain us, and…
Rogers, Coleridge & White · GB
Says: “storytelling driven by its voice”
Matt is looking for writing about society and culture, history and science, as well as memoir and narrative non-fiction - books that shed new light on preconceived ideas, and take readers on a journey they didn't know th…
Sophie Hicks Agency · London
Says: “must sing off the page”
She is looking for new adult voices in all genres with the exception of women's fiction.
She is interested in writing that feels fresh, surprising, and above all, must sing off the page.
A great addition to her list wo…
Sophie Hicks Agency · London
Says: “creative, engaging storytellers”
Sarah represents a wide range of authors in both fiction and non-fiction: literary and commercial fiction writers, as well as writers who work within the areas of food, lifestyle, personal development, popular science, t…
