Steed moves to Janklow & Nesbit

Hayley Steed is joining Janklow & Nesbit as a literary agent on 12th September, moving from Madeleine Milburn Literary Agency, where she has been since 2016.

Steed represents predominantly fiction writers, with clients including Clare Pooley, Alex Wilson, Leah Hazard, Heather Marshall and Yomi Adegoke. She was named a Bookseller Rising Star in 2019.

Steed said: “I’ve had such an incredible seven years at Madeleine Milburn. Being part of its growth from a team of four to the powerhouse it is now has been invaluable, as has working with Maddy herself. I’m going to miss the team there hugely, but am also excited for my next step at Janklow & Nesbit, where I know my authors will be welcomed and well supported. I can’t wait to find new talent. And to grow the commercial fiction list with my new colleagues.”

Will Francis, m.d. of Janklow & Nesbit, said: “I’m so happy that Hayley is joining J&N’s UK team. She already has a reputation as one of the best agents in London, with an incredible eye for commercial fiction.”

Clare Paterson Conrad, a director at the literary agency, said: “We feel very lucky to have someone with Hayley’s great taste and knowledge joining the team and look forward to welcoming her and her clients and growing the commercial fiction side of the business with her."

Madeleine Milburn said of Steed’s move: “I’m delighted for the opportunity this offers Hayley, as it represents the logical and exciting next step in a career full of promise. It’s been so rewarding seeing Hayley grow with the agency into the successful agent she is today, having joined us in 2016.

"Her acumen, hard work and generous spirit are never-ending, and we are looking forward to seeing her shine.”