2 New Agents Seeking Women's Fiction, Thrillers, Horror, Nonfiction and more

Updated 6/9/22

Here are two new agents expanding their client lists. Claire Harris wants psychological and commercial thrillers, serial detective stories, works of fiction inspired by actual crimes, mystery, suspense, cozies, anything involving serial killers, contemporary family dramas and nonfiction. Anne Tibbets is seeking thrillers, mystery, horror, women's fiction, and romantic suspense.

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You can find a full list of agents actively seeking new clients here: Agents Seeking Clients

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Claire Harris of Helm Literary

 I’m a literary agent at Helm Literary representing a wide range of fiction and nonfiction for adult readers. I’m looking for projects with unique voices, interesting writing styles, compelling characters, and unexplored perspectives. I work with authors at all stages of their careers, and I love helping authors get their debut book deals. You can find books I’ve worked on listed on a variety of bestseller lists, including The New York Times, USA Today, and more. When I’m not reading, you can find me taking long walks around the city, drinking too much iced tea, and crafting.

What she is seeking:I’m actively acquiring both fiction and non-fiction for adults, especially projects that shine a spotlight on people, places, and events that are often overlooked or not given the attention they deserve. In fiction, I’m looking for horror, standalone psychological thrillers, mysteries, and romcoms. I’m seeking diverse characters and authors, stories that twist and subvert classic tropes, and strong female leads. I especially likes friendship stories, revenge stories, and sharp voices across all genres, and I have a soft spot for stories with a tie to the Midwest or the South, but I’m also interested in small town settings in other areas. 

In nonfiction, I’m primarily looking for cultural criticism, true crime, pop culture, lifestyle guides, and illustrated gift books for adults. I love books that present an untold perspective or bring a fresh take to a well-loved topic. I’m looking for strong voices across all genres, regardless of topic and tone.

How to submit: Please send your query and first ten pages in the body of the email to helmsubmissions@gmail.com.

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Anne Tibbets of Donald Maass Literary Agency

Anne Tibbets is the author of multiple science fiction novels and a former screenwriter. She joined Red Sofa Literary as an Associate Agent in 2018. As an agent, Anne hopes to represent adult science fiction, fantasy, thrillers, and horror, with the occasional crossover YA. Bonus points if you combine genres. In her free time, Anne watches television, reads, games, and participates in a myriad of “Old Lady” hobbies. She lives in Los Angeles, but don’t hold that against her. She can be found on Twitter @AnneTibbets.

What she is seeking: 

• Adult Thriller: Domestic and/or Investigative
• Adult Mystery: Cozy, Amateur Investigator, and/or Police Procedural
• Adult Horror: Psychological, Non-western monsters and settings
• Women’s Fiction – Historical: sweeping, epic, romantic, and feminist
• Romantic Suspense: international thrillers and RomCom adventures
• Diversity: BIPOC, LGBTQ+, ability

How to submit: Use her query manager HERE.