Trentin Agency considers a limited number of unsolicited submissions from authors seeking representation in English-language publishing markets, with a primary focus on the United States.

Eligibility

We consider only original, previously unpublished manuscripts written in English at a native level. The manuscript must have been written in English from the outset.

We do not consider works originally written in another language and subsequently translated into English, whether by the author, a translator, or automated translation tools.

We do not consider previously published or self-published books in any language, territory, edition, or format. This includes titles released through an author-owned imprint, print-on-demand services, e-book platforms, or online serialization.

Eligible manuscripts must not be under contract with a publisher or subject to an existing representation agreement covering the English-language markets for which representation is sought.

We consider international, translation, film, television, and other subsidiary rights only as part of the representation of an eligible unpublished work. We do not take on previously published or self-published titles solely to develop or represent those rights.

What we are looking for

We are primarily interested in work with strong narrative tension, tonal identity, and cross-media potential — particularly crime, thriller, horror, dark prestige, dystopian or near-future fiction, as well as distinctive narrative nonfiction, memoir, and grounded contemporary drama with clear international potential.

We look for projects with a clear voice, a compelling narrative arc, and the ability to travel across markets and formats. We are especially drawn to work we can meaningfully position, develop, and support over time.

We welcome submissions from writers of all backgrounds and remain particularly interested in distinctive fiction and narrative nonfiction by Black and African American writers.

Submission materials

Please send to info@trentinagency.com:

– a short author bio

– a one-page pitch including genre, word count, and target audience

– a detailed synopsis of 1–3 pages

– the first 30–50 pages of the manuscript

For nonfiction proposals, please include a project overview, chapter outline, and a sample chapter.

Submissions that do not meet the eligibility requirements above will not be considered.

We respond only if interested.

We do not charge reading fees, submission fees, or upfront representation fees.