Tara Wynne is a literary agent at Curtis Brown Australia representing commercial, plot-driven fiction and select kidlit.
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What Tara is looking for
Tara has a strong preference for commercial, plot-driven fiction. She is particularly drawn to psychological suspense, historical fiction, crime, and female-focused stories about life, love, and relationships. In nonfiction, she seeks big-idea projects told through a personal, accessible lens. She also represents select picture book, middle-grade, and YA authors.
Actively seeking
- Psychological suspense and crime
- Historical fiction
- Female-focused stories about life, love, and relationships
- Big-idea nonfiction with a personal lens
Not the right fit
- Submissions from writers outside Australia/New Zealand
Notable sales & clients
- The Safe Place by Anna Downes
- Red River Road by Anna Downes
- The Last Illusion of Paige White by Vanessa McCausland
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Hear from Tara: interviews & talks
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- What historical fiction means to me: Tara Wynne, literary agent for Curtis Brown — Historical Novel Society Australasia
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Frequently asked questions
Is Tara Wynne open to queries right now?
Agents open and close to queries on short notice, so we don't display a live status. Check the agency's official submission page before querying — or subscribe to Agent Alert (free) to be notified the week agents like Tara open.
What genres does Tara Wynne represent?
Tara Wynne represents Commercial Fiction, Thriller, Historical Fiction, Crime, Women's Fiction.
How do I query Tara Wynne?
Submit via the Curtis Brown Australia website. Australia/New Zealand residents only. Submit via the official query link on this page.
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