20 UK literary agents you can submit your novel to right now

 Navigating the UK literary agent scene can feel opaque, but it helps to know who’s out there. 

This isn’t a definitive list, but these are twenty respected, active agents known for championing strong literary and commercial fiction.

It’s hard to get a literary agent — here’s how to improve your odds

If you’re struggling to find a literary agent, you’re not alone, and you’re not doing it wrong. 

The truth is, the odds are tough. Fewer than 10% of all fiction writers ever secure representation. Yes. You read that correctly. That's how hard it is to find a literary agent.