Literary agents for young adult — page 11
Phrasemill lists literary agents who want young adult, based on what they say on their public websites. “young adult” is a audience tag; its identifier is young-adult. 334 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 (251–275 of 334)
She represents authors of middle grade, young adult, and adult fiction, as well as picture book author/illustrators, and she is actively looking for adult mystery, thriller, and romance, as well as nonfiction focusing on…
Bailey is seeking middle grade, YA, and adult speculative fiction, fantasy, sci fi, horror, and anything in between—especially when the genre is a unique setting for the deeply human stories underneath. She is drawn to…
Meagan is actively seeking Adult & YA Fiction in the following categories: Women’s fiction with emotional depth and smart, layered protagonists. Romantasy with strong world-building and either slow-burn tension or extra…
He is drawn to flawed, multifaceted characters with devastatingly concise writing in YA, and character-driven work or smartly paced mysteries/adventures in MG. In picture books, he looks more for unforgettable characters…
Kelly considers herself a generalist who is drawn to lyrical writing and strong voices. She is especially interested in nonfiction (narrative, practical, prescriptive, academic, commercial, and trade), where she looks f…
As I grow my list, I’m particularly interested in fantasy/romantasy, thrillers and romances in the Adult and Young Adult market. I'm specifically looking for a paranormal romance, and a dark academia book with a strong…
Madelyn loves queer stories with dark twists and rich worlds, especially in fantasy and light science fiction. Her favorites include Young Adult fantasy and Adult with fantastic characters you can't help but love. I'm l…
Subject Focus: Non Fiction Biography, Non Fiction Health, Non Fiction Lifestyle, Non Fiction Memoir, Non Fiction Narrative, Non Fiction Parenting, Non Fiction Sports, Non Fiction General Other Non Fiction, Non Fiction Ad…
Subject Focus: Fiction Debut, Fiction Horror, Fiction Mystery, Fiction Paranormal, Scifi Fantasy, Thriller, Fiction Romance, General Fiction, Childrens Young Adult Fiction Please check the website to see if we are curre…
In the adult market, I’m on the hunt for great serious nonfiction, especially by historians looking to make a transition from an academic to trade audience and journalists who have something unique and significant to say…
Brenda Bowen represents authors and artists of books for adults, young adults, and children. She can’t decide which she loves more: a bold picture book, a lyrical middle-grade novel, or a sweeping work of historical fic…
Sara Shandler joined The Book Group in 2025 and primarily represents upmarket and book club fiction, psychological suspense, layered family dramas, and high-concept contemporary YA with a fresh, singular voice. She’s es…
Elizabeth's main areas of focus include: literary fiction, young adult fiction, narrative nonfiction (especially issue-based books), history, biography, food writing and cookbooks and memoir.
Over the course of her dynamic career she has sold well over seven hundred titles to every major publisher, and has built a client list of more than forty authors spanning the commercial fiction genres, primarily in the…
Kristy loves unique hooks and propulsive writing. She represents a wide range of genres and is currently looking to take on young adult (fantasy, contemporary, romantasy, genre-bending) and adult (contemporary, thriller,…
CHRISTINE J. LEE is an Associate Literary Agent at The Leshne Agency with interest in a broad range of genres, including full-length literary fiction, sci-fi, thrillers, horror, true crime, and romance, YA, cookbooks, in…
As a recovering attorney, she is drawn to underrepresented BIPOC, LGBTQIA, and disabled creatives, hoping to help them reach their authorial and artistic dreams. Caribbean and South American stories, folklore, and mytho…
He began the agency in 1982 and represents nonfiction and fiction and books for children and young adults. His children's list includes Amy Ehrlich (With a Mighty Hand), David Martin (the forthcoming Shhh! Bears Sleepin…
Ann is looking for characters who aren’t afraid to stand up for their convictions and beliefs – whether they fight with their fists or their words. She’s open to all genres of middle grade—and especially love stories tha…
Laura focuses on adult upmarket and literary fiction and elevated genre including horror, suspense, romance, and grounded speculative fiction. In all categories, she is particularly drawn to books with a commercial hook…
Jane is particularly interested in stories that center marginalized communities and prose that is cinematic and atmospheric with good rhythm. In both fiction and nonfiction, she is drawn towards compelling, fresh voices…
Samantha Haywood’s submission mandates include: Plurality of voices, stories and authors of all backgrounds are encouraged! Originality and variety in my client list is the objective. Fiction Mandates: Literary fiction…
Ashley is actively seeking manuscripts in Adult, YA, and MG fiction. She is particularly drawn to books that showcase a strong commercial appeal combined with literary writing. Her tastes are broad, encompassing genres…
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…
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