Sian Ellis-Martin

I represent authors in a range of fiction and non-fiction genres from commercial to the accessible end of the literary spectrum.

I’m particularly keen to hear from authors who feel their voice is underrepresented in publishing and it’s important to me to work with authors from a wide variety of backgrounds.

I want to find stories that explore big emotions in touching, memorable or simple ways.

In non-fiction I like books that read almost like a novel at the same time as educating and informing.

I love a love story, whether it’s a big ‘made-for-each-other’ romance or a quieter depiction of desire.

On the more upmarket end of the crime spectrum, I love books that focus on the psychology of the characters at the same time as providing pacey plot.

I’m a mostly contemporary reader but I do dabble in historical fiction.

I’m drawn to books based on real events or people or stories with a gothic or darker feel.

I also enjoy when historical fiction looks at the lives of people we don’t hear so much about in periods of time that we already know well.

In the non-fiction space, I look for books that read like fiction and/or draw you into a topic you never expected to be interested in.

I also enjoy informative books that make complicated topics accessible or shine a light on something new.

Lastly, I’m on the hunt for cookery and food writing – delicious food and uncomplicated recipes.