Getting an agent

Getting an agent may seem like an intimidating process, so we've broken down exactly what a literary agent is, and what they're looking for. You'll get a look into how a literary agent is part of the publishing process, and some top tips for how to find the right one for you, as well as how to pitch your book to them.

If you're finding some of the publishing language confusing, we've written a piece on understanding jargon, so you can navigate any future conversations and reading with ease.

If you're looking for an illustration agent, take a look at our section for illustrators.

Getting published
What is a literary agent?
Like many creative industries, the publishing industry relies on a highly experienced network of agents who work with, and for, authors in a number of different ways: from securing opportunities, to managing negotiations, to offering advice and support. Publishing can be an overwhelming industry for an author on their own, and that’s where a literary […]
Getting published
How to pitch your book to an agent
The majority of authors we publish, especially fiction books, will be represented by a literary agent. To get a literary agent to represent you as a new writer, you’ll need to pitch your book to them, usually in the form of a covering letter or email. Cathryn Summerhayes, a literary agent at Curtis Brown, […]

Getting published

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Getting an agent

What is a literary agent?

How to pitch your book to an agent

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