8 New Agents Seeking Nonfiction, Picture Books, Kidlit, YA, Fantasy, Memoir, Graphic Novels and more

Here are nine literary agents actively seeking clients. New agents are a boon to writers. They are actively building their lists, and will go the extra mile for their clients.

All of these agents work for established agencies with good track records. They are looking for all genres.

Always check the agency website and agent bio before submitting. Agents can switch agencies or close their lists, and submission requirements can change. 

NOTE: Don't submit to several agents at the same agency simultaneously. If one rejects you, you may then submit to another. (Some small agencies share. Be alert to a notice that "a no from one is a no from all.")

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

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Syrone Harvey of Belcastro Agency

Syrone is an impassioned literary professional, a vibrant force of creativity in the world of books. With an eclectic background in publication, editorial services, and project management, Syrone is dedicated to supporting authors at every step of their writing journey. Syrone is on a mission to be the ultimate “bookend” for authors, providing them with the personalized support they need to shine at every stage of their literary journey.

With her sharp editorial eye and a keen sense for market trends, Syrone is the ultimate guide for authors navigating the ever-changing landscape of publishing. Whether it’s guiding debut novelists or supporting seasoned writers seeking a new direction, she is passionate about building long-lasting relationships with her clients. She takes a patchwork quilt approach with her authors—every story is unique and one-of-a-kind. She will walk the literary journey with enthusiasm, expertise, and a shared commitment to bringing exceptional stories to readers worldwide.

What she is seeking: 

Nonfiction:

• Autobiography/Memoir
• Food/Drink
• How To/DYI
• Humor
• Religion
• Self-help
• Christian
• Women’s Issues
• Lifestyle
• Inspiration
• Cultural/Social Issues

Picture Books

Middle Grade

Young Adult

Adult Fiction:

• Contemporary Fiction
• Christian Fiction
• Family Saga
• Historical Fiction
• Literary Fiction
• Contemporary Romance
• Women’s Fiction
• Funny Women’s Fiction
• Humor/Satire
• Commercial
• Multicultural

How to submit: Use her querymanager HERE.

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Ms. Isabel Lineberry of Perez Literary & Entertainment (UK)

Isabel graduated in 2021 from Barrett, the Honors College at Arizona State University with dual degrees in English Literature and Business Entrepreneurship. Just a few months later she was in Scotland pursuing an MLitt in Fantasy at the University of Glasgow. She wrote her Masters thesis on Tamora Pierce and is a fan of Ray Bradbury, Octavia Butler and Samantha Shannon. 

What she is seeking: I represent YA and New Adult and am particularly interested in Contemporary Romance, Romantasy and Fantasy. I am always attracted to the character and voice first, so give me romantic tension that has me giggling, a villain who is as charming as they are evil or a group of characters who have me watching their conversations as if it's a tennis match. 

How to submit: Use her querymanager HERE.

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Max Moorhead of Massie & McQuilkin Literary Agents

Max Moorhead began his publishing career at The New Republic as an editorial fellow before joining Massie & McQuilkin in 2019 in a junior role. Over the years he has cultivated a client list while also managing backlist titles by Russell & Volkening clients including Annie Dillard, Eudora Welty, Bernard Malamud, Barbara Tuchman, and Marian Engel. Raised in New Hampshire, he graduated with honors from The New School earning a B.A. in Creative Writing.

What he is seeking: As an agent he specializes in literary fiction, narrative nonfiction, biography, cultural history, and memoir. In fiction: he is drawn to beautiful writing, unforgettable characters, family stories, socially engaged writing, and compelling plots. 

How to submit: Please send queries to the attention of Max Moorhead at max@mmqlit.com. Please note that he only responds to queries in which he is interested. If you haven’t heard from him in 4-6 weeks, your project is not a good fit for him.

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Ms. Emily Barrett of The Blair Partnership (UK)

I was previously the Publisher of Sphere Non-Fiction at Little, Brown and have worked across the whole gamut of non-fiction, helping authors including experts and influencers turn their books into bestsellers, award-winners and major rights-sellers.

What she is seeking: I’m looking for commercial or upmarket non-fiction which is written with a clear reader in mind, whether that’s to inform or entertain them, or improve their life in some way. 

How to submit: You can submit to Emily at: emilysubmissions@theblairpartnership.com

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Gabrielle Harbowy of Corvisiero Literary Agency 

Gabrielle Harbowy has more than 20 years of experience in the publishing industry, from her entry into the field as a pricing analyst at Scholastic, to becoming a full-time editor and part-time writer. A third-generation reader of fantasy and science fiction, a love for the speculative is in her blood. Gabrielle was Managing Editor at Dragon Moon Press for a decade, has worked with award winners and international bestsellers, and is passionate about elevating the authors around her. A three-time published novelist, short story author, and award-nominated anthologist, Gabrielle has spoken, given workshops, and run D&D and Pathfinder games at numerous conventions. She is a member of SFWA, IAMTW, and the LGBTQ+ Editors Association. Her passions include music, travel, tabletop roleplaying games, crocheting and needlepoint, tattoo art, everything Finnish (except lutefisk), outer space, and the Oxford comma.

What she is seeking: Gabrielle is seeking science fiction, fantasy, paranormal mysteries, queer romance, and genre-bending speculative fiction. She loves reading diverse books, characters that come alive and immersive worlds, and tropes turned on their heads. She would like to see queerness, neurodiversity, and disability represented and normalized, both in the world and on the page. 

How to submit: Use Marisa Corvsiero's querymanager and address your query to Gabrielle.

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Lisa Gouldy of Corvisiero Literary Agency 

Lisa Gouldy is a passionate writer and reader of stories that stretch the imagination and reveal important truths about the world around us. Trained as an attorney, Lisa moved from the legal world into the literary one nearly a decade ago in search of stories less constrained by reality. The literary community in Seattle welcomed her in, and Lisa connected with writers everywhere from coffee shops to Hugo House, from PNWA to SCBWI, from conferences to critique groups. Assisting others with their writing journeys, it turned out, was as much fun as creating her own. As an apprentice with the Corvisiero Literary Agency, Lisa seeks to guide writers through the publishing process the way she once helped clients access the courts.

What she is seeking: Lisa loves stories with lyrical writing, memorable characters, and fast-paced plots that keep her guessing. In adult fiction, she devours upmarket and literary titles with complex protagonists, and has a special hunger for stories with speculative elements. Her sweet spot is a novel with a world much like ours, but with fantasy, sci-fi, or dystopian additions that illuminate real-life issues in a unique way. In children’s literature, Lisa particularly enjoys middle grade fantasy and young adult novels with a speculative bent, as well as picture books that make her (and her daughter) laugh.

How to submit: Use Marisa Corvsiero's querymanager and address your query to Lisa.

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Ciara Smith of Corvisiero Literary Agency 

Ciara earned her Bachelor of Arts in Creative Writing and joined a small press as a freelance editor. She was raised by an editor who instilled in her a love of reading and writing. In her youth, she penned short stories, but left writing behind when she joined the US Navy. But, of course, that love for words never wavered even during her service, and she readily volunteered to edit and review any and all paperwork, reports, and regulations she could get her hands on. After becoming a parent to two beautiful daughters, she decided to leave the military to pursue various creative arts and returned to her first love of writing and editing. 

What she is seeking: ​Ciara has a wide range of interests from YA to NA and Adult. Particularly she's interested in:

• Fantasy that's a little unconventional and weird. Or cozy like LEGENDS & LATTES.
• Would love to see African or Asian second worlds and/or mythologies à la THE POPPY WAR, KAIKEYI, and THE GILDED ONES, and morally gray characters like GIDEON THE NINTH.
• Science Fiction that really makes me wonder about the world and possibilities like POST HUMAN and THE OUTSIDE.
• Also love cozy in science fiction, A LONG WAY TO A SLOW ANGRY PLANET, and morally gray characters like in THE MURDERBOT DIARIES.
• Literary Speculative/Dystopian Fiction that makes me worry about the world in the way THE HANDMAID'S TALE and THE POWER did.
• Romance that's a blend with another genre, like Romantasy, or Romantic Thriller/Suspense.
• Historical Fiction that will make me cry like THE MIDWIFE OF AUSCHWITZ or that have the same feeling as reading Jane Austen.
• Horror that reflects feminist rage or body horror that makes me squirm. Not excessively gorey, just highly uncomfortable.
• Military fiction that shows the complex feelings of serving, both in war time and in between, or the transition to civilian life
• Any genre blending of the above.
• In all of these, I would love ND, disabled, LGBTQIA+, and BIPOC #ownvoices.

How to submit: Use Marisa Corvsiero's querymanager and address your query to Ciara.

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Taj McCoy of Laura Dail

Before joining LDLA, Taj worked at Rees Literary Agency and assisted at Fuse Literary. She earned her bachelor's in Business Law from Cal State Northridge and her law degree from Southwestern Law School. Following law school, she worked for 12 years at several law schools, leading admissions and recruitment efforts and career development.

What she is seeking:

Adult Fiction: High-stakes mysteries and thrillers, and funny cozies––especially ones featuring ensembles, intergenerational family dynamics, and/or main characters outside of law enforcement, military, or journalism; contemporary romance and romcoms; upmarket women's fiction

Adult Non-Fiction: memoirs, narratives, cookbooks involving family heritage, self-help with concrete takeaways, empowerment, cultural tradition, and parts of history not typically taught in school.

MG and YA: commercial fiction, including contemporary fantasy, horror, romance, mystery, and thriller––including ones with spooky or paranormal elements––especially ones that grapple with identity and/or intersectionality with fresh perspectives. Nonfiction: historical narratives, cultural traditions.

How to submit: Use her querymanager HERE.