John Jarrold
@johnj.bsky.social
Literary agent for SF, Fantasy and Horror, after 15 years as a publisher in London.
http://www.johnjarrold.co.uk/
http://www.johnjarrold.co.uk/
A couple of VERY positive reactions to recent agency submissions, which makes for a lovely way to start the new year. En avant!
January 6, 2026 at 1:08 PM
A couple of VERY positive reactions to recent agency submissions, which makes for a lovely way to start the new year. En avant!
As Tom Jones sang, It's Not Unusual. Woke at 4 this morning with head full of Agency Stuff. That happens one or two days in early January every year. So an early night coming up later...
January 6, 2026 at 11:23 AM
As Tom Jones sang, It's Not Unusual. Woke at 4 this morning with head full of Agency Stuff. That happens one or two days in early January every year. So an early night coming up later...
Lucy Lyons' brilliant fantasy novel THE BLACK BANE has been accepted as one of 300 entries in this year's SPFBO. It's a good 'un:
www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0G937GKZB
www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0G937GKZB
Amazon.co.uk
www.amazon.co.uk
January 5, 2026 at 3:28 PM
Lucy Lyons' brilliant fantasy novel THE BLACK BANE has been accepted as one of 300 entries in this year's SPFBO. It's a good 'un:
www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0G937GKZB
www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0G937GKZB
Looking forward to turning the email off and deleting it from my phone and computer over Christmas, Real Soon Now. At which point I'll pour myself a big glass of wine.
December 17, 2025 at 8:40 PM
Looking forward to turning the email off and deleting it from my phone and computer over Christmas, Real Soon Now. At which point I'll pour myself a big glass of wine.
Sorting out 2025's final contract queries. We'll hear back and sign in the New Year...
December 17, 2025 at 2:50 PM
Sorting out 2025's final contract queries. We'll hear back and sign in the New Year...
If you use AI in any form in your writing...Copilot, ChatGPT or anything else...for any purpose, do not send me your submission. It will be deleted unread.
December 15, 2025 at 2:54 PM
If you use AI in any form in your writing...Copilot, ChatGPT or anything else...for any purpose, do not send me your submission. It will be deleted unread.
Congratulations to Chris Beckett, whose Arthur C Clarke Award-winning novel DARK EDEN is in the New Scientist's list of 'The 33 best books, films, games and TV to entertain you this Christmas'!
www.newscientist.com/article/2506...
www.newscientist.com/article/2506...
The 33 best books, films, games and TV to entertain you this Christmas
Our writers and contributors have chosen their favourite ever science-y books, films, TV shows, music, video games, board games and more to see you through the festive period
www.newscientist.com
December 15, 2025 at 10:46 AM
Congratulations to Chris Beckett, whose Arthur C Clarke Award-winning novel DARK EDEN is in the New Scientist's list of 'The 33 best books, films, games and TV to entertain you this Christmas'!
www.newscientist.com/article/2506...
www.newscientist.com/article/2506...
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I have news! Thanks to Colonel Frog at SF Crows nest for the guest post.
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Chemical Reaction in Space: Fiona Erskine Fires Up the John Jarrold Agency’s Engines
Guest post from Colonel Frog at sfcrowsnest
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December 12, 2025 at 11:35 AM
I have news! Thanks to Colonel Frog at SF Crows nest for the guest post.
@sffmagazines.bsky.social @johnj.bsky.social
open.substack.com/pub/fionaers...
@sffmagazines.bsky.social @johnj.bsky.social
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The Christmas stocking is up by the fireplace...
December 10, 2025 at 7:24 PM
The Christmas stocking is up by the fireplace...
New client news! Welcome to @chemicaldetective.bsky.social !!!
SF NOVELIST FIONA ERSKINE JOINS JJLA | John Jarrold
www.johnjarrold.co.uk
December 10, 2025 at 4:05 PM
New client news! Welcome to @chemicaldetective.bsky.social !!!
My annual peruse of publishers' forthcoming titles for next year this weekend. Always interesting to see similarities and differences. What do you mean, romantasy and cosy fantasy!? X
December 5, 2025 at 12:17 PM
My annual peruse of publishers' forthcoming titles for next year this weekend. Always interesting to see similarities and differences. What do you mean, romantasy and cosy fantasy!? X
Agency reading this afternoon, before working culinary magic this evening, editing on Sunday!
November 29, 2025 at 11:29 AM
Agency reading this afternoon, before working culinary magic this evening, editing on Sunday!
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We’ve seen other things too for this, but lips are sealed
I have seen the first cover draft for THE DUNGEON BOOK (as told by Cornelius the skull) by @mytholder.bsky.social , which Orbit will publish in 2026. Looking good!
November 28, 2025 at 2:48 PM
We’ve seen other things too for this, but lips are sealed
I have seen the first cover draft for THE DUNGEON BOOK (as told by Cornelius the skull) by @mytholder.bsky.social , which Orbit will publish in 2026. Looking good!
November 28, 2025 at 2:37 PM
I have seen the first cover draft for THE DUNGEON BOOK (as told by Cornelius the skull) by @mytholder.bsky.social , which Orbit will publish in 2026. Looking good!
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Recently publlished, the first of a brand new series by Chaz Brenchley. Read a review by KJ Charles here: www.goodreads.com/re...
And then order: wizardstowerpress.co...
And then order: wizardstowerpress.co...
November 28, 2025 at 2:25 PM
Recently publlished, the first of a brand new series by Chaz Brenchley. Read a review by KJ Charles here: www.goodreads.com/re...
And then order: wizardstowerpress.co...
And then order: wizardstowerpress.co...
I've been watching Howard Goodall's Story of Music on YouTube over the last few evenings. Terrific. Clear, witty and fascinating. It sent me off to listen to more Liszt...
November 28, 2025 at 8:50 AM
I've been watching Howard Goodall's Story of Music on YouTube over the last few evenings. Terrific. Clear, witty and fascinating. It sent me off to listen to more Liszt...
Zoom q&a with a writing group this evening. I always enjoy doing that!
November 27, 2025 at 2:08 PM
Zoom q&a with a writing group this evening. I always enjoy doing that!
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Science says eat more pie: 🧪 www.scientificamerican.com/article/whic...
Which Thanksgiving Pie Gives You the Biggest Sugar Rush?
Scientific American asked experts which type of Thanksgiving pie spikes blood sugar the most—and how to eat healthier while still enjoying the holidays
www.scientificamerican.com
November 25, 2025 at 3:01 PM
Science says eat more pie: 🧪 www.scientificamerican.com/article/whic...
The lead up to Christmas is quickly becoming the busiest time of 2025...
November 25, 2025 at 11:22 AM
The lead up to Christmas is quickly becoming the busiest time of 2025...
Ham sammich for lunch. Pausing for half an hour to rest the eyes (at the computer since 7.30), before getting back to work and turning emails on again!
November 19, 2025 at 11:59 AM
Ham sammich for lunch. Pausing for half an hour to rest the eyes (at the computer since 7.30), before getting back to work and turning emails on again!
It'll be time to watch the first episode of THE BOX OF DELIGHTS on DVD tonight. As every year, one episode a week, ending on Christmas Eve...
m.imdb.com/title/tt0086...
m.imdb.com/title/tt0086...
The Box of Delights (TV Series 1984) ⭐ 8.3 | Family, Fantasy
30m
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November 19, 2025 at 11:08 AM
It'll be time to watch the first episode of THE BOX OF DELIGHTS on DVD tonight. As every year, one episode a week, ending on Christmas Eve...
m.imdb.com/title/tt0086...
m.imdb.com/title/tt0086...
Diary and workload sorted through to Christmas, basically. Though Unexpected Stuff will happen, of course!
November 19, 2025 at 10:40 AM
Diary and workload sorted through to Christmas, basically. Though Unexpected Stuff will happen, of course!
Sometimes you think. I am so grateful to have made a life from doing something I love for quite a few years, and watching more and more agents and publishers getting involved in SFF publishing. En avant! Xxxx
November 12, 2025 at 8:02 PM
Sometimes you think. I am so grateful to have made a life from doing something I love for quite a few years, and watching more and more agents and publishers getting involved in SFF publishing. En avant! Xxxx
Sent editorial notes on Mia Dalia's brilliant icy cosmic horror novel PERFORATED SKY back to the author this morning. Looking forward to submitting it to major publishers on both sides of the Atlantic...
November 7, 2025 at 2:10 PM
Sent editorial notes on Mia Dalia's brilliant icy cosmic horror novel PERFORATED SKY back to the author this morning. Looking forward to submitting it to major publishers on both sides of the Atlantic...
Stopped for lunch, and downloading books to the kindle to read over the Christmas/New Year break. Authors so far include Mike Carey, T Kingfisher, Adam Roberts and Jo Walton. At least one non-fiction title to be added.
November 7, 2025 at 1:37 PM
Stopped for lunch, and downloading books to the kindle to read over the Christmas/New Year break. Authors so far include Mike Carey, T Kingfisher, Adam Roberts and Jo Walton. At least one non-fiction title to be added.