Emily Forney
@EmilyKaitlinnn
Literary Agent
Literary Agent @bookendslit • Undiscovered National Treasure • Neighborhood Book Bimbo • emilykaitlin.com for #MSWL (she/her)
66 MSWL
16 AskAgent

Shorter, kitschy, high concept books that celebrate adolescence for young readers. Books that speak to their big emotions and daydreams. Humorous and playful and adventurous and classic. Think of what media used to be like in the early 2000s-memorable, lovable, serialized

Weaver Literary Agency
@weaverliterary
Literary Agency
Working to create space for voices of diverse backgrounds & perspectives in adult & children’s literature. 🕯 @aalitagents
49 MSWL

I’m looking for immersive settings, a strong love story, & a high-concept plot. Give me adventure, humor, and swoon-worthy romance—whether it’s a daring quest, a fairy tale reimagining, or a kingdom on the brink of change. I want magic, unforgettable characters, and a romance that feels epic. #MSWL

Weaver Literary Agency
@weaverliterary
Literary Agency
Working to create space for voices of diverse backgrounds & perspectives in adult & children’s literature. 🕯 @aalitagents
49 MSWL

✨️ Princess Bride-style banter and swoon-worthy romance
✨ Ella Enchanted vibes w/ adventure, humor, & lighthearted magic
✨ A headstrong heroine who refuses to be a damsel
✨ A dashing, mysterious [x] with a heart of gold
✨ Twists, disguises, & a fairy tale ending
#MSWL

Amanda Meadows
@AmandaMeadows
Editor
Editor of adult comics, humor, and more at Andrews McMeel Publishing
49 MSWL

Yo #mswl ! I'm an editor at Andrews McMeel @andrewsmcmeel .bsky.social acquiring graphic novels, humor, and lifestyle/gift books for adults. I also enjoy developing concepts around unique voices. Agents, feel free to reach out! Here’s my latest wishlist:
www.manuscriptwishlist.com/mswl-post/amanda-meadows/

Bonnie Swanson
@BB_Swann
Literary Agent
Lit agent at @Tpurcellagency she/her I also write PB for littles & YA romance w/a magical twist! **CLOSED TO QUERIES!**
5 MSWL
2 AskAgent

Late to the #MSWL party but all of you querying authors out there, I'm looking for something in the #Adult #nonfiction genre. Specifically, I want to laugh. So if you have any humor-based proposals out there, I'd like to see them! I will open my QM link from 2/13-2/17 ONLY, so be quick. :)

querytracker.net/query/QueryBonnieS

Elana Roth Parker
@ElanaRoth
Literary Agent
Kidlit agent w/ @LDLiterary . @aalitagents communications committee. Avid quilter. Still not Elena. Open to queries. She/her.
107 MSWL
3 AskAgent
196 Tips

For MG and YA, I could use some projects to reinvigorate things. Humor and optimism and joy would be nice. Fanciful, fantastic twists. Books that have FUN and let readers have fun. (I really can't handle depressing stories right now.)

Maggie Cooper
@frecklywench
Literary Agent
agent @aevitascreative 🏳️‍🌈🤓📚// writer, book gal, scone-lover // @mfagreensboro , @clarionucsd , @grubwriters // she/her // opinions mine
22 MSWL

It's #MSWL day! I'm looking for writers of adult fiction and occasionally nonfiction who approach the world with wonder & keenness, imagination & care, and heart & humor.
www.manuscriptwishlist.com/mswl-post/maggie-cooper/

Claire Harris
@claire_m_harris
Literary Agent
thriller fanatic, rom com addict, acquiring literary agent @psliterary - she/her
80 MSWL
24 AskAgent

I love romances with:
-emotional vulnerability
-any level of steam (no erotica)
-any level of humor
-sweet, loving relationships
-lovable side characters
-main characters who are figuring it all out
-contemporary settings

Pretty much any kind of love story (contemporary romance or rom com)
#MSWL

Anjanette Barr
@bookbarrista
Literary Agent
Agent @ Dunham Literary, Author, YouTuber, mother of four in Juneau, AK. 💕📚💕🫖💕🥃💕 Member AALA, SCBWI, Alaska Writers Guild, Catholic Writers Guild.
25 MSWL

Like many others, I’m really feeling cozy, hopeful, and even silly vibes right now. Give me light to fight the darkness! In fiction, I want a humorous friendship romp! In nonfiction I’m looking more for untold inspirational stories and curiosities than exposés and diatribes.

Mark O’Brien
@bookmarkobrien
Literary Agent
associate literary agent at Azantian Literary Agency • stay-at-home astronaut • freelance editor • queer • tryhard made of cherry blossoms • he/him
49 MSWL

In everything, and especially in middle grade fiction, I gravitate toward a strong sense of humor. I’d love to find new work like Stand Up, Yumi Chung!, The Serpent’s Secret, or A Series of Unfortunate Events. #MSWL

Ismita Hussain
@ismita_h
Literary Agent
Literary Agent @greatdoglit Founding Member @DisabilityinPub Open to Queries: querymanager.com/query/IsmitaHu… MSWL & more info on website!
21 MSWL
1 Queries

And finally, a YA #MSWL :
- Commercial YA
- A novel that is NOT set in a high school
- A heist book
- A humorous novel-in-verse

Ismita Hussain
@ismita_h
Literary Agent
Literary Agent @greatdoglit Founding Member @DisabilityinPub Open to Queries: querymanager.com/query/IsmitaHu… MSWL & more info on website!
21 MSWL
1 Queries

Here goes an adult fiction #MSWL :
- Book Club/Upmarket fiction with elevated prose
- Literary Fiction with a commercial hook

Bonus Points:
- Smart social commentary
- Humor
- Elements of genre fiction
- Southern US or Italian settings

Jessica Mileo
@JessicaMileo
Literary Agent
Literary Agent at InkWell Management 📚
68 MSWL
1 AskAgent
11 Queries
2 Tips

I'm an agent at InkWell Management looking to expand my adult fiction list and my queries are open! I love stories with humor, a message, unique twists, and diverse perspectives. My taste leans commercial and hopeful (the world is dark enough) #mswl

Marie Lamba
@marielamba
Literary Agent
Author of GREEN GREEN, A DAY SO GRAY, WHAT I MEANT..., DRAWN, and OVER MY HEAD. Literary Agent at Jennifer De Chiara Literary. My opinions are my own.
55 MSWL
20 Queries
43 Tips

I'm open to elements of horror if they are psychological, suspenseful and/or humorous. But I'm definitely not one to read anything gory or slasher-ish. #mswl

Marie Lamba
@marielamba
Literary Agent
Author of GREEN GREEN, A DAY SO GRAY, WHAT I MEANT..., DRAWN, and OVER MY HEAD. Literary Agent at Jennifer De Chiara Literary. My opinions are my own.
55 MSWL
20 Queries
43 Tips

Some things I'm especially on the hunt for: Voicey romantasy. If it's inventive and full of humor, I'm interested. I'm looking for more grounded romantasy set in this world. Bonus points for cozy elements! #mswl

Monica Rodriguez
@loveleemonicaa
Literary Agent
Literary Agent @contextliterary#writer rep’d by @agentHenkin • Host of @findalovelylife : a self-love journey podcast • T1D
40 MSWL

🔍 I also like my mystery with societal commentary with bipoc main characters
🔍If there's a side of humor with your mystery, I want to read it
🔍If there are siblings protecting each other from unspeakable things, please send

#mswl

Erin Niumata
@ecniumata
Literary Agent
SVP/Literary Agent Folio Literary Management. MA Creative Writing, Doctoral Researcher, wife, mom, cancer survivor, Member @aalitagents She/Her 🇺🇸🇬🇧🇧🇸🇳🇿
39 MSWL
6 Tips

I am now accepting queries for more genres: romance, historical, inspirational and humor fiction. YOu can submit here: querytracker.net/query/3237 #MSWL

Renee Fountain
@reneefountain
Literary Agent
President of Gandolfo Helin & Fountain Lit Mgmt. Developmental Editor and Writing Coach.
49 MSWL

#MSWL Here’s what I’m looking for right now!

👻 Horror: make it scary. Also trope defying 🔪 Serial killers
😂 Humor: Fiction/NF
👩‍❤️‍👩 Women’s Fiction: In Five Years vibes

📚 Non-Fiction:
🌟 Amazing Self-Improvement (Martha Beck, James Clear)
📖 Compelling Narrative
💼 Business (esp. women led 👩‍💼)

Natascha Morris
@SoCalledYALife
Literary Agent
Senior Literary Agent at The Tobias Literary Agency.
965 MSWL
31 AskAgent
194 Queries
46 Tips

I want a quirky, humorous picture book. That definitely uses kid logic. #MSWL