About the agents wendy sherman associates literary. Most focus in on one or two aspect of nonfiction, such as history books, memoir, or cookbooks. Now that your book, after all, is finally finished, it deserves to be read starting with that allimportant agent. How to find a literary agent for nonfiction jericho writers. Get your book published welcome to find publishing help. Read this article to learn more about new literary agents looking for new writers and discover how you can find the right one for you this article is part of a 15part series called everything you need to know about finding a literary agent. With the launch of our brandnew nonfiction writing competition inspire us, literary agent anna hogarty talks about the five elements shes looking for in a. They are looking for a wide range of subjects, including art, theater, childrens nonfiction. Best literary agents 20202021 all genres top book agents. Christian nonfiction literary agents locate, research, and contact all christian nonfiction book agents here using our free literary agent directory, created by a former ny times bestselling literary agency owner and president. New literary agents looking for new writers are easier to find than you might think.
Transatlantic agency is a north american literary management company with a vibrant and diverse team of 14 agents known for their integrity, commitment and success representing storytellers across all genres and formats for book. Some of these agents are closed and are not open to unsolicited queries. Jeff herman is an exceptionally successful veteran literary agent, entrepreneur and author. How collaborative problem solving changes lives at home, at school, and at work tarcherperigree by j. Whether the writer writes literary fiction, young adult, mg, upmarket, genre fiction or some blend of each, whether the author is seeking an agent for fiction or nonfiction, for novels or memoirs, short stories, essays, biographies. The art of nonfiction madeleine milburn literary agency. The jeff herman agency is a successful veteran literary agent with editorial expertise in popular business, spirituality, and most nonfiction books. Watson little a long established literary agency which. New agents are a goldmine for new writers because they are seeking to build their client lists. The following publishers all focus on publishing nonfiction books. The literary agents list includes agents and literary agencies that represent poets, fiction writers, and creative nonfiction writers, plus details about the kind of books theyre interested in representing, their. Ill be adding more agents here as im able, so its a good place to check back.
Like many agents, i represent a range of authors and books fiction, from very commercial to very literary, and nonfiction, including narrative, memoir, biography, and humor. Nonfiction literary agents now accepting submissions tck. Nina amir, the inspiration to creation coach, inspires writers and bloggers to create published products and careers as authors. Linda konner literary agency nyc nonfiction literary. Jeff herman agency literary agent specializing in non. List of literary agents 20202021 use our free lists of book agents in our literary agencies database for all book agents near me searches. Im also on the lookout for books to engage kids in nonfiction topics, from ancient history to contemporary issues. I am not currently considering poetry, picture books, romance, science fiction, or. It reveals the best nonfiction literary agents for all subgenres such as. 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. Jeff herman agency literary agent specializing in nonfiction books. Heres our list of 89 literary agents that currently accept submissions for childrens books. The strothman agency has represented three pulitzer prizewinning books.
For example, you can use the list to find literary agencies and publishing agents in nyc, literary agencies and book agents in california, and more. She is looking for excellent short fiction, unconventional literary novels, and narrative nonfiction. Whether youre looking to top the bestsellers list or publish for a niche market, we can help you establish relationships with publishing companies and bring your book. The below list of 19 new literary agents aims to facilitate a conversation between agents and potential clients. Lkla handles a number of corporate and academic clients, including harvard health publications, the trade book. Nonfiction literary agents open to submissions writers digest. New literary agents looking for new writers book agents. Nonfiction literary agents open to submissions writers. Sold its 25k hardcover run and about 3,000 more in paperbackelec sales currently trying to get the books. 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. Marks authors have gotten sixfigure book deals, been on the nyt bestseller list, and published with houses such as random. Not just new book agents, but also established publishing agents. 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.
Prior to joining the seymour agency, they worked in a variety of departments in publishing, including sales and editorial, and they have a keen understanding of the many stages that a book. All of them are open to unsolicited submissions directly from authors. Graham maw christie agency graham maw christie literary. Kat enright shethey is an associate agent at the seymour agency, and they represent both fiction and nonfiction. Our directory has detailed profiles for all christian book agents. List of literary agents 20202021 book agents looking. Im currently looking for nonfiction that explores big events from new angles, whipsmart cultural criticism, as well as original and urgent journalism and science writing. But we would still love to see original and diverse takes on. Receive literary assistance and professional consultations to help publish your book.
How to find a literary agent for your book jane friedman. One of the uks leading literary agencies handling nonfiction. In addition to my role as managing director at the agency, i am looking to develop a small list of historical fiction and nonfiction, as well as books with strong series potential. We highly recommend you read our full guide to finding a literary agent and make sure you do your research before writing a query letter or contacting any literary agents. 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. And some nonfiction books might include elements of unverified supposition, deduction, or imagination for the purpose of smoothing out a narrative but the author should always make all. Mark malatesta is a former literary agent turned author coach. Whilst specialist or academic nonfiction isnt on the cards youll need a. Use the buttons on the right to print the agent editorproducer list and bring it with you to pitchfest 2020. Watson, little are a longestablished literary agency which handles a wide range of fiction and nonfiction for adults, young adults and children. Stuart ablon reaching our full potential requires opening ourselves up to changeeven when its uncomfortable and scary, or seems impossible. Prior to joining the seymour agency, they worked in a variety of departments in publishing, including sales and editorial, and they have a keen understanding of the many stages that a book must go through in order to reach bookshelves.
Find usa book agents looking for new writers best literary agents 20202021. Also handles adult literary and commercial fiction and nonfiction. Handles picture books, fiction for 58 and 912 yearolds, teenage fiction, series fiction, filmtv tieins and nonfiction. Picture book agents the following is an alphabetical list of agents that accept picture books. If i feel i can sell it, ill represent it, says herman. Christian literary agents list of christian book agents.
Currently we are looking for childrens books for every age picture books, middlegrade, and young adult and adult fiction and nonfiction in a wide range of genres. The following agents and editors will be attending pitchfest 2020 at thrillerfest xv. Look for new agents who indicate they are interested in nonfiction. Im on the hunt for mg and ya stories across genres, but please no nonfiction, historical fiction, graphic novels, chapter books. 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. Christian nonfiction literary agents book agent directory.
How to get a literary agent for your book most firsttime authors want to find a literary agent as soon as they put the finishing touches on their debut masterpiece. Nonfiction literary agents are looking for books that are factual unlike fiction literary agents. Additionally, she helps her clients and readers achieve. No science fiction, screenplays, poetry or short stories except for established clients.
As the majority of childrens nonfiction is illustrated we are aware this is an area where we are very limited in what we will consider. They are enthusiastic and eager to add a book sale to their portfolio. A stepbystep guide to finding literary agents, plus how to select the right. Ive now set up jula ltd, based at somerset house, and was shortlisted again as literary agent of the year in 2019. But thats not enough either, because many nonfiction agents do not accept. Founded in 1996, the linda konner literary agency lkla represents approximately 75 authors of adult nonfiction books. The strothman agency, llc is a highly selective literary agency operating out of new york, maine, and nashville, tn dedicated to advocating for authors of significant books through the entire publishing cycle. His areas of editorial expertise include popular business, spirituality, and most other areas of nonfiction. Nonfiction literary agents free list of book agents. Usually a new york publisher wont sign a nonfiction book unless it. You need to make sure you find an agent who actually specializes in nonfiction.
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