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Robert Kirby
United Agents, Ltd
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About
Robert Kirby is one of the founding agents at United Agents, established in 2008. He has a long career in the UK literary industry and represents a broad list spanning literary and commercial fiction, non-fiction, and screenwriting. He is one of the more senior and well-regarded agents in the UK market.
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Kirby represents a wide range of work including literary fiction, biography, memoir, history, and current affairs. He has a strong interest in narrative non-fiction and books that engage seriously with ideas. His list is broad and reflects eclectic tastes.
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United Agents requests submissions via their online portal. A covering letter, synopsis, and sample pages are standard requirements. Robert Kirby's specific preferences should be confirmed on the United Agents website.
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