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- Aitken Alexander Associates
- welcomes interest from writers of fiction and non-fiction (but no plays, scripts or children's please) – in the first instance send an introductory letter, one page synopsis plus the first 30 pages of your manuscript. See website for more details.
- 18-21 Cavaye Place, London, SW10 9PT ◊ 020 7373 8672 ◊ www.aitkenalexanderassociates.co.uk
- Michael Alcock Management
- represents writers of both literary and commercial fiction as well as non-fiction, particularly biography, current affairs and lifestyle. Send a letter, CV, synopsis and first 3 chapters by post in the first instance, including SAE.
- Clerkenwell House, 45-47 Clerkenwell Green, London EC1R 0HT ◊ 020 7837 8137 ◊ alcockmgt@aol.com
- Darley Anderson Literary, TV and Film Agency
- specialises in commercial fiction and non-fiction, with a particular interest in women's fiction of all types. The agency also handles a selected range of TV and film scripts, as well as children's fiction. Only postal submissions can be considered.
- Estelle House, 11 Eustace Road, London SW6 1JB ◊ 020 7385 6652 ◊ www.darleyanderson.com
- Blake Friedmann Literary, TV & Film Agency Ltd
- represents worldwide in 26 markets its authors of women's novels, thrillers, literary fiction, biography and travel books. Also handles film & TV scriptwriters. Only full-length manuscripts will be considered, but please send just first 2 chapters and synopsis in the first instance.
- 122 Arlington Road, London, NW1 7HP ◊ 020 7284 0408 ◊ www.blakefriedmann.co.uk
- Capel & Land Ltd
- is a small agency which, since 1999, has specialised in literary and commercial fiction, film and TV manuscripts, as well as biography and history books. It does not charge a reading fee and will make suggestions for revisions. See website to find out more about the agency.
- 29 Wardour Street, London W1D 6PS ◊ 020 7734 2414 ◊ www.capelland.com
- Mary Clemmey Literary Agency
- works together with a US agent to represent writers of high-quality fiction and non-fiction with an international appeal. No unsolicited MSS, send letter with SAE initially.
- 6 Dunollie Road, London NW5 2XP ◊ 020 7267 1290
- Jonathan Clowes Ltd
- was founded in 1960 and since has worked with many well-known writers, including Elizabeth Jane Howard, Doris Lessing and the Kingsley Amis estate. The agent is interested in literary and commercial fiction, non-fiction, radio, theatre and TV writing. No unsolicited MSS.
- 10 Iron Bridge House, Bridge Approach, London NW1 8BD ◊ 020 7722 7674
- Conville & Walsh Ltd
- takes a particular interest in first time novelists, as well as writers of history, science and journalism. Also represents a broad range of commercial and literary fiction and non-fiction.
- 020 7287 3030
- Curtis Brown Group Ltd
- is one of the oldest and largest agents in Europe, representing a wide range of writers in fiction, non-fiction, children's books, film, TV, theatre and film. See FAQs on website for full submission details.
- Haymarket House, 28-29 Haymarket, London SW1Y 4SP ◊ 020 7396 6600 ◊ www.curtisbrown.co.uk
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- Edwards Fugelwicz
- represents writers of fiction (but no children's, fantasy or science fiction) and non-fiction – particularly popular culture, biography and history. No email submissions or unsolicited MSS.
- 49 Great Ormond Street, London, WC1N 3HZ ◊ 020 7405 6725
- Futerman, Rose & Associates
- specialises in fiction and non-fiction and scripts, with particular interests in teen fiction and showbusiness writing. Website offers instructions of how to submit your material, but please do not send unsolicited MSS.
- Heston Court Business Park, 19 Camp Road, London SW19 4UW ◊ 020 8947 0188 ◊ www.futermanrose.co.uk
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- Annette Green Authors' Agency
- is an independent agency set up as an antidote to a market full of large corporate agencies and prides itself on its personal touch, with a policy of seeking out undiscovered writers. See website for a list of genres covered and submission guidelines.
- 1 East Cliff Road, Tunbridge Wells, Kent TN4 9AD ◊ 01982 514 275 ◊ www.annettegreenagency.co.uk
- Greene & Heaton Ltd
- is a medium-sized agency representing a diverse range of writers, including travel writers and children's writers and illustrators, alongside more general fiction and non-fiction. Submission guidelines on website.
- 37 Goldhawk Road, London W12 8QQ ◊ 020 8749 0315 ◊ www.greeneheaton.co.uk
- Luxton Harris Ltd
- represents some of the best known sportswriters and personalities in the UK. They also represent general non-fiction including history, memoir and popular culture, along with a very small number of fiction writers. They do not accept any unsolicited manuscripts but please write, enclosing a sae, or email with an outline of your project. No plays, poetry, children's books, science fiction, fantasy or how-to.
- 2 Deanery Street, London W1K 1AU
- A.M. Heath & Co. Ltd
- represents both newcomers and household names in the fields of fiction, biography, history and children's literature. In business for nearly a century, it is one of the UK's leading agents. No unsolicited MSS or email enquiries, synopsis and 3 chapters by post in the first instance.
- 6 Warwick Court, London, WC1R 5DJ ◊ 020 7242 2811 ◊ www.amheath.com
- David Higham Associates Ltd
- works with writers of fiction and non-fiction and is the country's leading agent for children's writing, representing such authors as children's laureate Jaqueline Wilson. Find out about the submissions policy on website.
- 5-8 Lower John Street, Golden Square, London W1F 9HA ◊ 020 7434 5900 ◊ www.davidhigham.co.uk
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- Johnson & Alcock
- was founded in 1956. Its clients are writers of general and childen's fiction and non-fiction including specialisms in memoirs and biography, lifestyle, health and personal development. Initially send one-page synopsis and first 3 chapters.
- Clerkenwell House, 45-47 Clerkenwell Green, London EC1R 0HT ◊ 020 7607 0273 ◊ info@johnsonandalcock.co.uk
- Jane Judd Literary Agency
- has a particular interest in women's fiction, crime and narrative non-fiction, as well as respresenting a broad selection of general fiction and non-fiction writers, but no short stories or plays please. Send letter, synopsis and first chapter with a SAE.
- 18 Belitha Villas, London N1 1PD ◊ 020 7607 0273
- Juvenilia
- is an agent for the children's book market, representing both writers of fiction and non-fiction, as well as illustrators, for this group. Please send preliminary letter with full details and a SAE. No email or telephone enquiries.
- Avington, Winchester, Hants SO21 1DB ◊ 01962 779 656 ◊ juvenilia@clara.co.uk
- LAW Ltd
- works with overseas associates worldwide to represent writers of fiction, non-fiction and children's books (but no fantasy, plays or textbooks). Considers unsolicited MSS: send – by post – a covering letter, synopsis, 2 sample chapters and an SAE.
- 14 Vernon Street, London W14 0RJ ◊ 020 7471 7900
- Cat Ledger Literary Agency
- deals with general fiction and non-fiction (no short stories, scripts or poetry). Send a preliminary letter with synopsis and SAE in the first instance.
20-21 Newman Street, London W1T 1PG
020 7861 8226
- 20-21 Newman Street, London W1T 1PG ◊ 020 7861 8226
- The Christopher Little Literary Agency
- deals with general fiction and non-fiction (no short stories, scripts or poetry). Send a preliminary letter with synopsis and SAE in the first instance.
- 10 Eel Brook Studios, 125 Moore Park Road, London SW6 4PS ◊ 020 7736 4455
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- Eunice McMullen Children's Literary Agent Ltd
- works with authors and illustrators of children's books, providing a personal service to these clients. No unsolicited MSS, enquiries and expressions of interest by telephone only.
- Low Ibbotsholme Cottage, Off Bridge Lane, Troutbeck Bridge, Windermere, Cumbria LA23 1HU ◊ 01539 448 551 ◊ www.wma.com
- William Morris Agency (UK) Ltd
- has a global outlook, with offices primarily in the US as well as London. It handles fiction and non-fiction, although is perhaps better known for its TV, film and theatre connections – as well as helping published writers turn their books into successful scripts.
- 19 Chalcot Square, London NW1 8YA ◊ 020 7722 4197
- Judith Murdoch Literary Agency
- has a global outlook, with offices primarily in the US as well as London. It handles fiction and non-fiction, although is perhaps better known for its TV, film and theatre connections – as well as helping published writers turn their books into successful scripts.
- 19 Chalcot Square, London NW1 8YA ◊ 020 7722 4197
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- PFD
- is a large agency with more than 500 authors and literary estates on its books. Its size allows a great breadth as well, so it handles a full range of books – see comprehensive website for more details.
- Drury House, 34-43 Russell Street, London WC2B 5HA ◊ 020 7344 1000 ◊ www.pfd.co.uk
- Elizabeth Puttick Literary Agency
- handles excusively non-fiction – see website for broad range of subject areas. Please approach by email (preffered) or letter initially. The website also contains a useful link on writing your publishing proposal.
- 46 Brookfield Mansions, Highgate West Hill, London N6 6AT ◊ 020 8340 6383 ◊ www.puttick.com
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- Sayle Literary Agency
- is a small, long established literary agency now based in Cambridge, representing a broad range of literary fiction, crime and thrillers and biography, history, current affairs, and general non-fiction. Interested in considering new writers and first novelists. See website for more information.
- 1 Petersfield, Cambridge CB1 1BB ◊ www.sayleliteraryagency.com
- Sheil Land Associates Ltd
- is a well-established agency, boasting clients such as Susan Hill, the Jean Rhys Estate and none less than HRH The Prince of Wales, yet still welcomes approaches from new clients and first-time writers. A wide range of ficiton and non-fiction, plus theatre, TV, film and radio.
- 43 Doughty Street, London WC1N 2LH ◊ 020 7405 9351 ◊ info@sheilland.co.uk
- Caroline Sheldon Literary Agency
- works with writers of general fiction, with a particular interest in women's and children's writing. Send a synposis, the first 3 chapters and a SAE.
- London office: Penny Holroyde, 70-75 Cowcross Street, London, EC1M 6EJ or Caroline Sheldon, Torley Manor Farm, Thorley, Yarmouth, Isle of Wight, PO 41 0SJ ◊ www.carolinesheldon.co.uk
- Micheline Steinberg Associates
- deals in the theatrical side of the business, welcoming scripts for theatre, film, TV and radio. Be sure to send a letter and SAE with your MSS.
- 4th Floor, 104 great Portland Street, London, W1W 6PE ◊ 020 7631 1310 ◊ info@steinplays.com
- Lavinia Trevor
- represents writers of fiction and non-fiction, with a particular interest in popular science for the general reader (but not science fiction). Send an autobiographical letter plus your first 50 pages and a SAE.
- The Glasshouse, 449A Goldhawk Road, London, W12 8QP ◊ 020 8749 8481
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- Ed Victor Ltd
- has clients who work in fiction, non-fiction and chidren's books. Please no unsolicited MSS or email submisssions.
- 6 Bayley Street, Bedford Square, London WC1B 3HE ◊ 020 7304 4100
- Watson, Little Ltd
- handles fiction and non-fiction for both the adult and children's markets, with a strong interest in commercial women's writing. They would like to see an informative letter and synopsis in the first instance – no MSS.
- Capo Di Monte, Windmill Hill, London NW3 6RJ ◊ 020 7431 0770 ◊ enquiries@watsonlittle.com
- A.P. Watt Ltd
- claims to be the longest-standing literary agency in the world and has an impressive range of clients to show for it. See website for more details, but approach by letter initially.
- 20 John Street, London WC1N 2DR ◊ 020 7405 6774 ◊ www.apwatt.co.uk
