Literary agents who want humorous writing — page 5
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. 111 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.
Agents (101–111 of 111)
Eva is building a list that includes a wide range of upmarket and literary fiction, as well as narrative nonfiction. Some qualities she looks for in a manuscript include: memorable narrative voice, rich, layered multige…
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…
Erin represents fiction and non-fiction for adults and children. More than any specific category or genre, she’s drawn to good stories and distinct points of view; writers who make us think and also those who provide a g…
She is looking for novels that keep her up at night and transport her into the pages. Within romance, she's looking for romantasy, contemporary, and fantasy. Brittany enjoys dark, fantastic retellings of fairytales that…
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-…
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. Tali is a champion for underrepresented voices, and she gives back by offering ment…
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…
In fiction, I’m drawn to weird, smart and offbeat novels – books that make us laugh, turn us on and celebrate difference. I love deeply atmospheric, vaguely spooky, and gorgeously written novels with some of my favourit…
Currently building his list, Bowen seeks to partner with writers possessing a solid grasp of why and how they write coupled with professionalism and a sense of humor. He loves engaging, entertaining books with a strong n…
He represents both commercial genre fiction and non-fiction. The common DNA uniting his list is stories that explore darkness with a sense of curiosity, humor and hope. He is passionate about finding underrepresented voi…
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