Phrasemill lists literary agents who want humorous, based on what they say on their public websites. “humorous” is a tone tag; its identifier is humorous. 136 agents currently want it. Agents whose websites say they are closed to submissions are omitted. The quoted evidence for each tag is on the agent's profile. How it works.
C&W Agency · GB
Says: “novels that are infused with humour”
I read to get into other people's heads, so I'm always looking for character-led fiction, particularly those in the contemporary book club, upmarket, or crossover literary spaces.
I love reading about unusual character…
David Higham Associates · GB
I assist Andrew Gordon and Jessica Woollard and am also starting to build my own list of literary fiction, narrative non-fiction, and poetry.
I am looking for bold literary and upmarket fiction that makes me sit up and…
Rogers, Coleridge & White · GB
She now looks after an eclectic list of prizewinning and bestselling children's, YA and adult authors. She is always open to submissions, and is drawn to strong voices, compelling concepts, and humour.
United Agents · London
Says: “a great sense of humour”
Molly is currently looking to expand the sci-fi, fantasy, horror, and romance areas of her list, from MG through YA, crossover and up to adult books.
On the adult side of her list, she represents debut and established w…
Creative Media Agency · US
As an autoimmune advocate, she is passionate about working with authors who share a deep connection with their characters and embrace life through all disabilities, even the invisible ones. She is still growing her list…
Martin Literary Management · US
Says: “a deathly sense of humor”
Primarily, I'm looking to build my list in genre fiction of all kinds. I have a special place in my heart for sci-fi and fantasy with a strong sense of style, prose, and characterization. I love writing with an appreciat…
Storm Literary Agency · US
Says: “mixture of warmth, humor, emotional bonds that she'll remember forever”
Heather loves books about people she could become friends with--fiction or nonfiction--and introduce a new world, but she cherishes the ones that make her want to be the heroine of her own life.
Heather would love to fi…
Great Dog Literary · US
Says: “writing with a great sense of humor”
Ismita is seeking literary fiction, health-related non-fiction, YA, and short story collections.
Ismita is especially drawn to fiction with a Southern setting, gritty realist writing, and any books that explore health o…
The Seymour Agency · US
Says: “a sense of humor”
Jennifer is particularly interested in a wide range of picture books and cookbooks, with a soft spot for author/illustrators of sweet and wacky picture books, and cookbooks with mouth-watering recipes of the health-consc…
Helm Literary · US
I am seeking "conversation starters" that pair high-concept hooks with beautiful prose and unforgettable voices. I look for work that is compulsive, contagious, and creative.
Contemporary & Upmarket: I want voice-driven…
Falkin Literary · US
A story I haven't heard, told well, that surprises, that puts me under its spell.
Actively building my client list, I’m looking for fiction, namely, novels in these general categories (in no order of preference): commer…
Storm Literary Agency · US
Says: “A little humor to cut the dark”
Now she’d like to advocate for stories that take the reader beyond the traditional hero’s journey.
Currently, Michelle represents middle grade, young adult, and some limited adult genres.
Drawn to all sorts of stories…
Alice Williams Literary · London
Says: “playful, funny books for all ages”
She's keen to consider playful, funny books for all ages, and is always on the lookout for beautifully written, empowering stories with strong hooks.
Mysteries, thrillers, fantasy, magic, rom coms, friendship stories, a…
Andrea Hurst Literary Management · US
Says: “dash of humor…make her laugh even when everything is falling apart”
Lydia is excited to build a diverse client list of her own and partner with authors to craft and share meaningful stories that leave a lasting impact on readers.
Lydia is looking for the following in Fiction (primarily…
Book Wyrm Literary Agency · US
Says: “make her laugh out loud”
In fiction, she is seeking stories that will draw her in with a unique voice, make her miss her bedtime with a thrilling plot, and characters that will stay with her long after she turns the last page. Bonus points if yo…
Codex Literary Agency · US
Says: “dashes of humor”
Actively looking for NA Books across all genres, she is also interested in Adult, Young Adult, and Middle-Grade Fantasy, as well as both Upmarket and Commercial Adult, all with never-before-seen worldbuilding, unique cha…
Cooke McDermid Literary Agency · CA
Says: “a good sense of humour”
Martha is actively seeking
Upmarket commercial fiction
Narrative non-fiction of all kinds, but especially investigative reporting, adventure, and science & nature
Literary fiction
Her list comprises literary fiction, up…
Creative Media Agency · US
Says: “levity to balance any heaviness”
Haley is actively building her list, and is ready to assist her authors in achieving their publishing goals.
High-Concept Book Club Fiction (like Killers of a Certain Age or The Bandit Queens)
This should be something y…
Curtis Brown (Australia) · AU
she adores bookclub-able commercial and literary fiction: stories that provide a new lens on the world in an accessible, bingeable way
Tara represents fiction for adults and children, as well as select non-fiction: memo…
Darhansoff & Verrill Literary Agents · US
Presently, Michele is intensifying her pursuit of genre fiction, specifically: crime, horror, and speculative fiction. Narrative and prescriptive nonfiction remain priorities. And however children’s reading habits may be…
Folio Literary Management · US
Says: “stories with a silly, laugh-out-loud voice”
I represent graphic novelists, illustrators of picture books, and authors who write middle grade, young adult, crossover new adult, and the select adult novel.
I’m always on the lookout for new talent. Send me high-conc…
Folio Literary Management · US
Says: “that make me laugh out loud”
On the kidlit side, I represent MG and YA, along with crossover novels that walk the line between YA and Adult. Whatever the age category or genre, I’m passionate about representing diverse and underrepresented voices, a…
HG Literary · US
Alex represents a variety of adult fiction and nonfiction. In literary fiction, he especially loves books that are style forward, poignant, or funny, ideally all three. He’s looking for character-driven upmarket novels w…
Jennifer Azantian Literary Agency · US
Says: “lots of humor”
Across age groups, her list spans the spectrum of literary and commercial in both fiction and nonfiction.
She believes books are a critical tool in the ongoing fight for liberation, and she has a passion for bringing bo…
Jennifer Azantian Literary Agency · US
Says: “hilarious books that make both children and adults giggle non-stop”
In 2021, she joined Azantian Literary Agency where she represents fiction and nonfiction picture books, middle grade, young adult, graphic novels, and select adult fiction and nonfiction.
She is a hands-on editorial age…
