It is not down on any map;

true places never are.

— Herman Melville, Moby-Dick or, The Whale

Welcome to
The Agency of True Places

The Agency of True Places is where creative thinking finds clarity and purpose.

Founded by Matt Haslum - Publishing Consultant, ICF-qualified Coach and Literary Agent - The Agency of True Places offers clients a mix of strategic insight, empowering coaching and hands-on support for people and projects in the creative industries.

Whether you’re shaping a book, launching something new or simply navigating what’s next, ATP is here to help you do it with purpose, creativity and care.

Services

  • Unlock clarity, confidence, and creative momentum — so you can live with purpose and make meaningful change.

  • Strategic, Management and marketing support for Creative & Publishing Industries

  • Boutique literary agency focussing on projects that are cool, compelling and culturally engaged.

  • Strategic & Creative Support for Publishers, Brands & Businesses that Enrich Culture

We’d love to work with you.