Nigel Carlyle
Associate Agent
Nigel Carlyle joined Manning Literary Agency in 2024 and is now an Associate Agent, working across the agency’s client list and managing submissions.
Before becoming an agent, Nigel studied English Literature and worked in administrative roles within publishing, gaining experience in manuscript assessment and internal editorial processes.
His background continues to shape his approach, and he is known for his close attention to voice, structure, and the underlying psychology of a manuscript.
Nigel has a particular interest in psychological fiction, voice-driven narratives, and stories that explore obsession, control, and the darker edges of human behaviour.
He works closely with the agency’s authors and plays a key role in evaluating new material and maintaining the agency’s submission pipeline.
What Nigel Is Looking For
Nigel is currently seeking:
• psychological thrillers
• voice-driven fiction
• dark literary fiction
• high-concept novels with a strong narrative hook
He is especially drawn to manuscripts with distinctive voices, unreliable narrators, and stories that linger beyond the final page.
Nigel is currently closed to unsolicited submissions.
