Literary agents who value worldbuilding
Phrasemill lists literary agents who want worldbuilding, based on what they say on their public websites. “worldbuilding” is a craft tag; its identifier is worldbuilding. 92 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 (1–25 of 92)
I represent authors of fiction and non-fiction. On the fiction side, my list spans the commercial spectrum: from contemporary fiction – be that funny, romantic, moving or high concept – to reading group, historical ficti…
I represent writers of fiction, non-fiction and poetry, among them a number of bestselling and prize-winning authors. When I read something new, I want to be surprised and to feel transported. In fiction, I admire story…
Rory is actively building his list and represents authors of literary fiction and non-fiction. In fiction, he is looking for voice-driven and story-led literary writing powered by strong ideas, evocative settings and a…
Lauren represents authors and illustrators across Children's and Young Adult Fiction, New Adult/Crossover and Commercial Women's Fiction, and Adult Non-Fiction. She does not represent Science Fiction, Crime Fiction or Pi…
Julie Gourinchas (she/they) is a French-American literary agent championing an award-winning, selective list focused on upmarket and literary adult and new adult fiction across a wide variety of genres. In fiction, she'…
Clare is building both the Darley Anderson Children’s Agency and the Darley Anderson Illustration Agency lists and also represents a boutique list of commercial adult fiction in both the UK and US. Clare’s very busy wit…
Rebeka is building a dynamic list specialising in commercial romance and romantasy, representing New York Times, USA Today, Sunday Times, Kindle, Apple Books, and Audible bestselling authors from around the world. As an…
I represent adult and YA romance, fantasy, crime & thriller. Across the board I am looking for hooky one-line pitches, compelling characters, and the kind of stories which turn into obsessions. I'm a fangirl at heart and…
My primary focus is books for children and young adults. I also represent select fiction for adults, generally but not exclusively speculative. Specifically, I’m looking for exceptional middle-grade and young adult fic…
I represent authors and illustrators across the spectrum of writing and illustrating for children and young adults, spanning fiction to non-fiction, picture books to graphic novels. I love all genres, and what draws me i…
I am looking for well-written genre fiction, including thrillers, crime, historical novels, clever literary horror (not too gory), science-fiction, fantasy, romance, literary fiction that is well written with great chara…
I joined Greene & Heaton in January 2023, after completing an MA in Publishing at UCL. I work across the agency, in fiction, non-fiction and translation, and am now building my list. In fantasy, I am looking for somethi…
Maria works with Sam Edenborough handling translation rights on behalf of Greyhound Literary's clients and is building her own list of authors as a primary agent. She has wide-ranging tastes in fiction and is interested…
Charlie represents a wide range of fiction and non-fiction, both literary and commercial. He is looking for original work and to build long-lasting and significant careers for his clients. Charlie is looking for stimula…
A life-long reader of speculative fiction, Sam would like to see highly original submissions in the science fiction, fantasy and literary horror genres. He's also keen to take on experts writing non-fiction for a genera…
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…
I joined LBA in 2018 and represent a broad list of commercial and book club fiction, and select non-fiction. Across all the below genres, I particularly welcome submissions from writers from communities that have been u…
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. Her list includes bestselling authors Lucy Jane Wood, Alexandra Ch…
Chloe is a Director & Literary Agent, shortlisted for Agent of the Year at the British Book Awards in 2024 and 2026, who specialises in SFF, Horror, Young Adult and Middle-Grade fiction. Crossover; romantasy; romance; d…
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,…
At Paper, Kiya's focus is on building a list of debut authors, and she is keenly seeking new and exciting voices in fiction. I read very broadly – across fiction, non-fiction, literary, and commercial – but above all I…
Sarah is a Literary Agent, actively building a list of adult fiction and non-fiction. I’m currently looking for adult commercial and book club fiction across all genres. I’m always on the look-out for a strong hook – a…
With my diverse background, my tastes in books are equally eclectic. Since I am lucky enough to represent many talented authors and publishers across many genres and categories, I have to be particularly strategic and se…
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…
What I’m looking for: A voracious reader since I excitedly ran into a bookcase and split open my forehead aged 6, I am happy to consider genres across the board and love nothing more than looking after a list with an ex…
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