MISSION
We strive to provide the gold standard of representation by championing the individual needs and potential of our clients and agents. We are committed to inclusive practices and value the creativity, innovation, and richness of diversity. We do not discriminate or tolerate biases of any kind regarding race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, age, disability, nationality, or citizenship status. We are dedicated to fostering and creating a space for creativity and inspiration that enriches the lives of our agents, clients, and communities.
OUR TEAM
The Bent Agency represents authors of books for every reader, including dozens of award-winners and New York Times and Sunday Times (UK) bestsellers. Our list is broad, including commercial and literary fiction and non-fiction, as well as books and graphic novels for children and young adults. We pride ourselves on our collaborative approach to advocating for every client.
Jenny Bent – President and Literary Agent
Jenny represents literary and commercial adult and young adult fiction, and a select list of lifestyle/self-help nonfiction.
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Jenny is closed to queries.
Victoria Cappello – Vice President and Literary Agent
Victoria represents nonfiction and is interested in investigative journalism, history, culture, parenting, true crime, psychology, and pop culture.
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Victoria is closed to queries.
James Mustelier – Literary Agent and Editorial Consultant
James represents a range of literary and commercial adult, young adult, and middle-grade fiction and non-fiction.
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James is closed to queries.
Zoë Plant – Literary Agent
Zoë represents middle-grade and young adult fiction, and a range of adult fiction (fantasy/sci-fi, horror, mystery/thriller).
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Zoë is closed to queries and on maternity leave through the end of May 2026.
John Silbersack – Literary Agent
John represents a wide range of adult fiction (mystery/thriller, literary fiction, sci-fi/fantasy), adult nonfiction (history, current events, politics, biography, memoir, science, and pop culture) as well as some young adult and middle-grade fiction.
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John is closed to queries.