We welcome submissions from both new and previously published authors. Jeff herman opened his literary agency in the mid1980s while in his mid20s. Whilst specialist or academic nonfiction isnt on the cards youll need a book proposal to pitch to publishers, in this instance, nonfiction literary agents are looking for anything celebrityled, and written by or endorsed by that celebrity. These are the people that represent your favorite mainstream authors. If a fiction query is an attempt to market a completed manuscript, a non fiction query is usually an attempt to sell a well developed concept. Literary agent federica leonardis offers essential guidance to authors working towards submitting a work of nonfiction.
Nov 24, 2007 keep in mind that agents typically charge a 15 percent commission. We accept manuscripts across all genres, with or without an agent, from anywhere in the world. Graham maw christie agency graham maw christie literary agents. Do be aware that no agents specialise only in this area. Nonfiction submissions unlike with fiction submissions where we need a book to be finished before we submit it to publishers, nonfiction is almost always submitted with a proposal and a sample of the writing, so this is what we need to see from you too. The book department at united agents has been one of londons leading literary agencies since 2007.
Watson little a long established literary agency which. Before joining wendy sherman associates, laura mazer was the executive editor of seal press, a boutique imprint of the hachette book group, where she edited bold voices in adult nonfiction. Handles picture books, fiction for 58 and 912 yearolds, teenage fiction, series fiction, filmtv tieins and non fiction. Literary agent federica leonardis offers essential guidance to authors working towards submitting a work of non fiction. One of the uks leading literary agencies handling nonfiction.
H ere are twelve uk literary agents actively seeking clients. Best literary agents 20202021 all genres top book agents. The agency represents writers of non fiction in particular, journalism, history and politics, travel and adventure, contemporary autobiography and biography, books about words and numbers, popular culture and quirky humour, entertainment and television, business, family memoir, food and cookery and commercial fiction. Her new york times bestselling books include so you want to talk about race by ijeoma oluo and from cradle to stage. Stories from the mothers who rocked and raised rock stars by virginia grohl. Nonfiction which has moved me enormously or made me laugh includes this is going to hurt, wild, educated, and everything i know about love. Whilst specialist or academic nonfiction isnt on the cards youll need a book proposal to pitch to publishers, in this instance, nonfiction literary agents are looking for anything celebrityled. You need to make sure you find an agent who actually specializes in nonfiction.
Pragya agarwal offers advice to authors of nonfiction preparing to submit their proposal to literary agents. Please contact us if you have any questions about your work on. We have extensive experience in working with writers to create books that will sell and attract awards, from autobiography to quirky nonfiction, sport, history, memoir, natural science, music, politics, photography and branded content. Collective talent represents screenwriters, directors, book and graphic novel rights. May 05, 2019 on the non fiction side, she is interested in memoir and narrative non fiction, books on psychology, human behavior, illness and medicine, and political non fiction that looks at gender, sexuality or race. Graham maw christie agency graham maw christie literary.
All of them are open to unsolicited submissions directly from authors. She is looking for excellent short fiction, unconventional literary novels, and narrative nonfiction. Handles picture books, fiction for 58 and 912 yearolds, teenage fiction, series fiction, filmtv tieins and nonfiction. Nonfiction literary agents free list of book agents. Ive now set up jula ltd, based at somerset house, and was shortlisted again as literary agent of the year in 2019. If a fiction query is an attempt to market a completed manuscript, a nonfiction query is usually an attempt to sell a well developed concept. The following publishers all focus on publishing nonfiction books. The art of nonfiction madeleine milburn literary agency. Most focus in on one or two aspect of nonfiction, such as history books, memoir, or cookbooks. No science fiction, screenplays, poetry or short stories except for established clients. They are seeking a wide variety of genres, including literary fiction, memoir, narrative nonfiction, scripts, fantasy, childrens literature and much more. But thats not enough either, because many nonfiction agents do not accept. His areas of editorial expertise include popular business, spirituality, and most other areas of nonfiction.
The agency is wellconnected with book publishers worldwide. Keep in mind that agents typically charge a 15 percent commission. Mark malatesta is a former literary agent turned author coach. All are from reputable literary agencies with solid track records. Always check the agency website and agent bio before submitting. Claire andersonwheeler regal literary, noah ballard curtis brown literary agency, and claudia ballard william morris endeavor entertainment. They are enthusiastic and eager to add a book sale to their portfolio. Bestselling and awardwinning nonfiction, from memoir, biography and history to politics, science, food and sport. Agents in usa and all european countries and japan. The agency represents writers of nonfiction in particular, journalism, history and politics, travel and adventure, contemporary autobiography and biography, books about words and numbers, popular culture and quirky humour, entertainment and television, business, family memoir, food and cookery and commercial fiction. Jeff herman is an exceptionally successful veteran literary agent, entrepreneur and author. Watson, little are a longestablished literary agency which handles a wide range of fiction and nonfiction for adults, young adults and children. Though we have represented clients in virtually all genres, our areas of fiction expertise include womens, romance, young adult, literary, mystery, fantasy, and science fiction, as well as multicultural and inspirationalreligious fiction.
She is actively looking for new talent in crime, thrillers, epic family sagas. Jane turnbulls literary agency was established in 1987 and offers authors friendly, supportive and professional representation. Accepting submissions in all genres austin macauley. Amazon publishing launches nonfiction arm the bookseller. The retailers publishing arm has been keen to explore quality nonfiction from uk authors for some time, according to editorial director laura deacon, and is calling on agents to submit a. About the agents wendy sherman associates literary management. However, you shouldnt have to pay them until they actually sell your book to a publisher. We have been behind some of the most successful sports books in recent years, an area in which we excel, but we are equally at home across all areas of nonfiction from memoir to howto via diverse areas including naturewriting, investigative journalism, parenting, history and.
Literary agents for politics and current affairs jericho. Nonfiction literary agents find all fiction book agents on our list of literary agents using the official directory of literary agents. Mark now helps authors of all genres fiction, nonfiction, and childrens books get top literary agents, publishers, and book deals through his company literary agent undercover and the bestselling author. Our agents have also placed narrative nonfiction, selfhelp, health, memoirs, and financialbusiness. The authors we represent work across a broad range. Sep 05, 2019 she is looking for excellent short fiction, unconventional literary novels, and narrative nonfiction. She has a distinguished list of clients and specialises in high quality adult nonfiction and fiction and. Dec 26, 2016 new agents are a goldmine for new writers because they are seeking to build their client lists. The madeleine milburn literary agency is renowned for talent spotting new writers, negotiating. How to find a literary agent for nonfiction jericho writers. About the agents wendy sherman associates literary. That doesnt mean the agent concerned wont have the necessary connections.
Alice is active in all types of representation literary, audio, live audiences, film and television. The following publishers all focus on publishing non fiction books. Mar 06, 2020 whether its fiction or narrative nonfiction. Nonfiction literary agents now accepting submissions tck.
If youve written a nonfiction book or book proposal and youre looking for a major book deal, youre going to need a great literary agent. If your book is strongly storyled true of most memoir, for example, youd be advised to write the whole thing before seeking agents. Nearly all fiction authors do require representation of a literary agent if their book is to be produced by a traditional publishing house, and that is also true with some forms of general nonfiction too such as histories, memoirs, and biographies. Most focus in on one or two aspect of non fiction, such as history books, memoir, or cookbooks. So i made an address book a phonebook so that you can get straight to submitting. About the agency madeleine milburn literary agency. Jeff herman agency literary agent specializing in non. May 14, 2018 the retailers publishing arm has been keen to explore quality nonfiction from uk authors for some time, according to editorial director laura deacon, and is calling on agents to submit a. Jane was a publisher before setting up her business which she now runs from offices in london and cornwall. If i feel i can sell it, ill represent it, says herman. Register with ms wishlist and search tweets for the terms nonfiction literary agents in the us, nonfiction literary agents in the uk, or wherever youre from. New agents are a goldmine for new writers because they are seeking to build their client lists.
Books, interviews, memoir, nonfiction, politics, radio, travel october 25, 2016 rory stewart on bbc radio 4s midweek rory stewart obe is mp for penrith and the border and minister of state at the department for international development dfid. Download your copy of the complete guide to literary agents who represent christian authors ebook. Should you wish for us to return your manuscript at a later date, please enclose a stamped addressed envelope or sufficient postage in uk stamps. One of the uk s leading literary agencies handling non fiction. Marks authors have gotten sixfigure book deals, been on the nyt bestseller list, and published with houses such as random. David luxton associates ltd is a literary agency dedicated to nonfiction publishing in all formats and media. You should expect your agent to represent not merely serious, topical nonfiction, but also most likely plenty of fiction, and plenty of other nonfiction as well. In the case of memoirs, agents frequently want a writing sample, just as they would for fiction. See our submission guidelines for fiction and nonfiction books. A ukbased literary agency representing internationally published authors of fiction commercial and literary, nonfiction, and childrens books. The success of such a query depends on the quality of the idea, the specific subjects to be covered, the demonstrated need for new entries in the field, and the. The agency represents awardwinning and bestselling authors of adult and childrens fiction and nonfiction who consistently feature on the sunday times, new york times and international bestseller lists. One of the uk s leading literary agencies handling nonfiction.