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Writers House

Literary Agency · Tier 1 · Founded 1973
A-

Excellent (A-) — Imprimatur Grade

Writers House is one of the largest US literary agencies. Strong on commercial fiction + nonfiction + YA. Multi-decade Albert Zuckerman / Amy Berkower / Susan Cohen continuity.

88
Composite / 100
/ Subscore Breakdown · 5 Dimensions

Where this grade comes from.

Author Treatment
A-
Editorial Quality
B+
Sales / Distribution Reach
A
Adaptation Track Record
B+
Rights Posture
A-
/ Key Events & Disclosures

Timeline & positioning.

  • Founded 1973 (Albert Zuckerman)
  • Multi-decade family-firm continuity
  • Strong commercial fiction + YA
  • Industry-leading nonfiction roster

/ Best for

Commercial fiction + nonfiction + YA authors seeking strong author-care + multi-decade representation.

/ Watch out for

Verify the institution operational status and your specific agent or editor relationship continuity before signing.