Two times a year, in March and November, we open submissions to provide aspiring authors with the opportunity for representation by Seventh Agency.

For more information on how to submit your manuscript please sign up HERE.

• Submissions are only open two times a year: in March and November.

• We only accept submissions from fiction writers.

• Non-fiction submissions are not accepted at the moment, but we proactively seek out experts and distinct narrative voices in non-fiction.

To submit your manuscript or stay updated on Seventh Stories Courses, subscribe to our mailing list by clicking the 'submissions' button below.

Please note:

• During the Open Submissions period, subscribers will receive a link to the submissions form within 72 hours of subscribing.

• If submissions are not open, subscribers will be notified a week before they commence.

Yes. At the moment, we only accept fiction submissions, and while we initially request just the first three chapters, you should have a polished, complete manuscript ready in case we request the full.

We cannot accept submissions that were generated, written, or modified using artificial intelligence (AI) tools. We use tools to detect AI-assisted content, and relying on such technology can diminish the originality, voice, and energy of your manuscript. All submissions must reflect your authentic, human creativity, this is what we prioritise and value most.

Once submitting authors complete the submission form, they will receive a link with full instructions on how to submit their work. Please follow those guidelines carefully. In general, we ask for a well-crafted pitch, a brief author bio, and the first three chapters of your manuscript. The pitch sets the tone for your submission and should be intentional and engaging. The first three chapters should reflect the style, voice, and quality of your full manuscript.

Unlike many agencies, we only open submissions twice a year. We ask for your email so we can alert you when submissions are open and send reminders about deadlines. We also use our mailing list to share publishing pathways, including upcoming courses, free writer sessions, Agent Q&A sessions, and updates about our Writers Hub (including opportunities to gain representation for ideas or works commissioned by publishers).

We want to make it as efficient as possible, and if you ever decide the mailing list isn’t for you, you can easily unsubscribe at any time.

If you have any concerns, pop us an email at info@seventhagency.co.uk

Due to the high volume of submissions, we are only able to respond to those we are interested in pursuing. If you do not hear from us within twelve weeks, you can assume we are not the right fit for your project.

We seek writers who demonstrate exceptional talent, authenticity, and dedication to their craft. We value unique and diverse voices, compelling storytelling, and the ability to engage and captivate readers. Additionally, we look for writers who are open to collaboration, receptive to feedback, and committed to honing their skills.

Although we currently prioritise submissions from writers based in the UK, we do except English Language submissions from writers based in other parts of the world.

We pride ourselves on representing a diverse range of genres that we hope will go on to inspire a wide readership.

Including but not limited to:

Literary Fiction

Commercial Fiction

Mystery/Thriller

Romance

Science Fiction/Fantasy

Young Adult/New Adult

Historical Fiction

Children's Literature (Middle Grade)

PLEASE NOTE: At present, submissions are not open for non-fiction proposals, scripts, picture- books or for Early Years submissions. However, we anticipate providing this service in the near future. Please sign up HERE to be notified.

We truly value every submission we receive and carefully consider each one. However, due to the high volume, we’re unable to provide individual feedback on every submission. We’ll only reach out directly to those whose full manuscripts we’d like to explore further. We’re sorry we can’t offer personal feedback at this time and hope to make it possible in the future. Thank you for your understanding and for sharing your work with us.

No. Because it takes time to carefully review each submission, if we have decided not to move forward with your manuscript, it is usually not a reflection on the quality of your work. Stories and writing are highly subjective, and our agents are always looking for submissions that spark excitement. We also recognise that titles we love often require significant development. For these reasons, we encourage writers to submit revised work to an agent/agency who has not yet seen the manuscript, so it can be considered with fresh eyes. We do not prioritise resubmissions.