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.
Jennifer De Chiara Literary Agency · US
Adult Fiction: I'm passionate about literary fiction with a unique, beautiful voice, but I also enjoy commercial fiction, women's fiction (no bodice-rippers, please), chick-lit, mysteries, suspense, thrillers - in genera…
Jennifer De Chiara Literary Agency · US
Says: “original, moving and/or hilarious”
I represent fiction and non-fiction for children and for adults.
I'm currently seeking middle grade and young adult fiction and graphic novels, especially with diverse points of view. I also want general adult fiction,…
Jennifer De Chiara Literary Agency · US
Tori represents all manner of children’s literature.
As a graphic novelist myself, I am eager to represent magical, thrilling, adorable, and important comics for kids of all ages, including early readers. Send me deeply…
Katie Reed Literary · US
Says: “fun, humorous hooky concept full of banter and shenanigans”
Across all genres, Katie is looking for what all readers want in a good story: characters that leap off the page, conflict and tension that grips her in the story, and strong prose that can compete with similar titles in…
Margret McBride Literary Agency · US
Says: “dark or offbeat sense of humor”
Faye is interested in in both commercial and niche fiction and nonfiction.
Fiction interests include YA, speculative fiction, commercial fantasy, women’s fiction, historical fiction, sci-fi, paranormal, unconventional w…
Painted Words · US
Says: “stories with humor and heart”
She is currently seeking picture book submissions from author-illustrators.
She loves stories with humor and heart, relatable characters, unpredictable endings, and books that reflect the diversity of children’s experie…
Rebecca Friedman Literary Agency · US
Says: “make her laugh”
Juliana loves commercial and literary fiction, stories that explore relationships as well as make her laugh, in women’s fiction, contemporary adult coming of age, new adult, light speculative fiction, young adult, cozy m…
Sean McCarthy Literary Agency · US
He is drawn to flawed, multifaceted characters with devastatingly concise writing in YA, and character-driven work or smartly paced mysteries/adventures in MG. In picture books, he looks more for unforgettable characters…
Talcott Notch Literary Services · US
Says: “grit woven into humor and heart”
The Book Group · US
Sara Shandler joined The Book Group in 2025 and represents a wide range of fiction and nonfiction, including book club, psychological suspense, and high-concept romance. In nonfiction, she’s drawn to memoir and essays th…
Linda S. Glaz Literary Agency · US
Says: “especially those with subtle humor”
My goal as an agent is to connect authors to those publishers seeking inspirational or clean reads, whether that be in the Christian or general market.
What do I mean by clean reads? Books that anyone can read without b…
Transatlantic Literary Agency · CA
I’m always looking for books that make me forget where I am while I’m reading. Whether literary or commercial, I’m drawn to stories with emotional depth, unforgettable characters, and a strong narrative pull – page turne…
Upstart Crow Literary · US
Says: “voices that make her laugh”
She is open to picture books through YA and illustrators, and select adult manuscripts in the upmarket and contemporary romance categories.
She is searching for those voices that make her laugh and keep the page turning…
WSA | Wendy Sherman Associates · US
Says: “writing that has moments of humor”
Callie is looking for contemporary literary/upmarket adult novels with a fresh hook and strong character-driven plot.
She enjoys books that are both smart and entertaining with writing that has moments of humor and elem…
Wernick & Pratt Agency · US
Says: “make me laugh”
I love a good read-aloud picture book, whether short (WHAT WILL FAT CAT SIT ON?) or long (LIBRARY LION). I have a soft spot for funny middle-grade fiction and chapter books (classics like RAMONA THE PEST, newer gems like…
William Morris Endeavor · US
Says: “elegantly combine our need for both humanity and humour”
She is actively taking on new clients, in addition to offering UK representation to our diverse roster of US-based authors.
Fiona represents adult fiction and non-fiction and is actively taking on new clients. In fictio…
William Morris Endeavor · US
Says: “joyful (or dark!) humor”
She represents a wide range of fiction and nonfiction, including novelists, short-story writers, cultural critics, and memoirists.
She loves working with and advocating for writers who open portals to new experiences an…
Folio Literary Management · US
Says: “balanced with laugh-out-loud humor”
I love a good adventure on and off the page, but especially the stories that dig into themes of identity and explore the metaphors of magic and monsters.
I work on Middle Grade, Young Adult, and Adult fiction across gen…
Curtis Brown (Australia) · AU
Says: “dark sense of humour”
Alexandra joined Curtis Brown as a literary agent in 2024, representing both established and debut writers of fiction and non-fiction.
Alexandra is an omnivorous reader with a passion for distinctive literary fiction. S…
Lingua Nova · US
Says: “stories that approach topics through a comedic lens”
Because of her sketch background, she loves stories that approach topics through a comedic lens, believing strongly that humor often leads us to the deepest truths.
During her time pursuing her masters, she also develop…
Neon Literary · US
Says: “the darkly funny”
A lover of the bizarre, the profane, the unsettling, the dark, and the darkly funny, he is drawn to writing that occupies a literary uncanny valley and to writers who move the cultural needle through direct confrontation…
Painted Words · US
Says: “She loves stories that strike to the core, and funny characters who stay with you long after the book is finished.”
Storm Literary Agency · US
Children’s Literature: Seeking author-illustrators that want to work across fiction and nonfiction picture books, chapter books, and graphic novels (spanning age audiences). Particularly interested in STEM/STEAM, social-…
Storm Literary Agency · US
Says: “stories, especially those heavy on humour”
Tali is looking to work with clients over the span of their careers and is not afraid of a writer who wants to explore multiple genres.
She is an editorial agent who loves to sink her teeth into a great manuscript and w…
The Kepner Agency · US
When it comes to manuscripts, I am most interested in acquiring character-driven literary and upmarket novels, novellas, and short story collections.
Though I love any good story, I'm partial to road-trip novels and Wes…
