I’d love to see more romance submissions. I like all subgenres of romance except YA and religious/inspirational. I’m still looking for a time travel romance with a cool, fresh time travel catalyst. I’m also looking for more mysteries. I love cozies and amateur sleuths, especially. I want to see some new, different angle on mystery. … Continue reading
Tag Archives: Space Opera
Anne Sowards, Ace/Roc/NAL
I am looking for fantasy and science fiction with wonderful, distinct characters and a story I can’t put down. I’d love something with a distinct voice and a high concept, something that can attract mainstream readers as well as genre readers (like THE MARTIAN or GAME OF THRONES). I’m particularly looking for military science fiction, … Continue reading
Stephanie Stein, HarperCollins
I’m looking for YA and middle-grade fiction in a variety of genres, including fantasy, science fiction, contemporary, historical, and everything in between. I love stories that play with narrative structure (non-linear timelines, unconventional POVs, quirky or unreliable narrators) and/or twist the rules of genre. And there’s a special place in my heart for all things … Continue reading
Connor Goldsmith, Foreword Literary
I’m looking for Sci-Fi/Fantasy/Horror (especially High/Epic Fantasy and Space Opera), Thrillers/Crime Fiction, ‘Upmarket’ Commercial Fiction, and Literary Fiction with a unique and memorable hook. I’m especially interested in books by and about people from marginalized perspectives, such as LGBT+ people and/or racial minorities. I do not represent Young Adult, Middle Grade, or Children’s manuscripts at this … Continue reading
Hannah Bowman, Liza Dawson Associates
I’m always looking for great projects in the genres I represent: primarily science fiction, fantasy, and young adult, with a few select projects in other genres of commercial fiction and nonfiction. I’m always looking for more diverse submissions (by writers of color, dealing with issues of sexuality or disability, etc.). Some specifics I’d love to … Continue reading
Jennie Goloboy, Red Sofa Literary
What do you wish you had in your inbox?: I represent primarily fantasy and science fiction. I like books that are optimistic about the future; I’m a sucker for great characters. I’m particularly looking for adult books right now, though I will consider YA. I would especially like to find a great space opera (especially … Continue reading
Sarah LaPolla, Bradford Literary Agency
I love books that are character-focused , but still have strong narrative arcs and plot development. Whether it’s adult or YA – give me your damaged, your lost, your strong-willed, and your resilient! Passive and/or two-dimensional characters need not apply. I want characters in control of their own story, even if they aren’t in control … Continue reading
Rebecca Brewer, Ace/Roc/Penguin
I’m looking for adult science fiction and fantasy with intriguing plots and fantastic characters. I’m also on the lookout for non-fiction humor titles, and European based historical fiction. In particular, I would love a fast paced epic fantasy like Scott Lynch, a fun space opera like Guardians of the Galaxy, well-researched historical fantasy, great concept … Continue reading