Literary agents who value worldbuilding — page 2
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 (26–50 of 92)
I represent literary, book club and general fiction, as well as some narrative non-fiction and am actively developing a carefully curated client list of career authors. I am on the lookout for general fiction, immersive…
My list spans both children’s and adult books across a variety of genres. Across the board, my tastes lean towards commercial, entertaining, accessible books with clever hooks and something to say about the world. I am p…
I represent children's fiction and non-fiction up to YA and crossover. Please note, I am not currently accepting picturebook submissions. I am looking for ambitious storytelling, a bold approach to structure and voice a…
He is a passionate advocate for non-fiction in all its forms—whether it’s narrative-driven storytelling, prescriptive guides, self-help or beautifully illustrated works. His interests span cookery, history, philosophy, e…
She is actively acquiring and particularly looking for romance, fantasy and YA submissions. Anything rooted in contemporary Irish culture or folklore Romance from across the board: spicy, sweet, spine-tingling, breath-…
I am a literary agent representing children's illustrators and authors of picture books, middle grade, YA and non-fiction. In fiction, I work on everything from young fiction through to young adult. On the younger end (…
Megan is looking for writers in a variety of areas, and from a wide range of backgrounds – she is particularly keen to hear from Black, Asian, and LGBTQIA+ writers across all genres. At the moment, she is prioritising au…
Gabrielle is seeking science fiction, fantasy, paranormal mysteries, queer romance, and genre-bending speculative fiction. She loves reading diverse books, characters that come alive and immersive worlds, and tropes tur…
Christa is taking on picture books very sparingly and is not taking on rhyming picture books. She's interested in fiction and nonfiction picture books about environmentalism, especially the ocean, as well as diverse cult…
She is seeking Middle Grade and YA fantasy/adventure with a particular interest in graphic novels. She is also interested in picture books, YA, New Adult, and Adult romance. She loves unique narratives, strong voices,…
She appreciates novels with lyrical prose, high stakes, redemptive characters, and lush world building, and she always enjoys a classic romance trope (or three).
I am exclusively looking for Black, Latinx, Indigenous, Asian, and Pacific Islander voices who are or are not LGBTIQA+—basically anyone underrepresented and/or marginalized. I love diverse and unique work that is fast-p…
Founded by literary agent Gisa Seeholzer, Inspired Ink is dedicated to discovering and championing compelling voices in adult fiction and select narrative nonfiction. We are especially drawn to upmarket and historical fi…
Young adult fiction: I am open to all genres of YA. I have a soft spot for layered, emotional contemporary, preferably with more than an ounce of humor; sophisticated and unusual SFF; and vivid, immersive historical fict…
For non-fiction, Elly is particularly looking for experts in their fields and writers of: history, nature, science, self-development, biography and memoir, original thinking, lifestyle and food. She is after books that g…
She has a soft spot for speculative stories, mysteries, and anything delightfully weird, and is seeking high-concept, voice-driven adult fiction with strong emotional stakes, a clear hook, and broad commercial appeal. Sh…
Haley has always been passionate about the written-word and drawn to the transformative power of storytelling. Her love of reading naturally grew into a passion for helping authors share their voices with the world. She…
Now she’d like to advocate for stories that take the reader beyond the traditional hero’s journey. Currently, Michelle represents middle grade, young adult, and some limited adult genres. Drawn to all sorts of stories…
Stuti Telidevara works on sharp, commercial adult, young adult, and middle grade fiction. She is looking for diverse storytellers and vivid, detailed worldbuilding across genre, and fiction with a strong, high-concept h…
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