About the ALAA

The Australian Literary Agents’ Association (ALAA) was formed in 2003 in order to provide a public presence and a point of contact for Australian literary agencies and their staff.

We currently have 17 members who, through adhering to our Code of Practice, are committed to providing the best and fairest representation for Australian authors.

Important information regarding scams

The Australian Literary Agents' Association is aware of various phishing/fake email scams targeting emerging authors. These scams commonly use the names of legitimate ALAA agents to enquire about the status of manuscripts and the possibility of representation. They often use deceptive email addresses that are similar to the agent's legitimate address. Please be aware that no accredited literary agency would demand a reading or editorial fee from prospective clients. It is also quite unusual for a literary agent to contact an aspiring author out of the blue.

If you are in doubt about the legitimacy of an email received from a literary agent, refer to the ALAA list of member agencies and Code of Practice and contact the agent directly to confirm the request. Please be vigilant and ensure you have verified the authenticity of a request before sharing a manuscript or any personal or financial information.

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