Illustrated / Picture Books Literary Agents

Picture books, middle grade fiction, young adult fiction, children's nonfiction

Middle-grade and young adult fiction, including novels celebrating unlikely underdog alliances, close siblings, fierce friendships, and found families, with particular interest in stories centered on queer and BIPOC community and joy. In middle-grade: cozy, emotionally resonant fantasy and literary-leaning multi-layered mysteries. In young adult: sweeping fantasy set in fully realized unique worlds, especially those inspired by non-European cultures, as well as thrillers with strong hooks. Also open to well-researched, propulsive narrative nonfiction for both categories, especially from authors from marginalized communities.

Query Erin Murphy through Query Tracker only. Include a query letter and sample pages as requested through the platform.

Illustrators, authors, children's books, picture books

Children's book illustrators and authors represented by Catbird Agency. The official site does not publish creator submission requirements.

Official Catbird pages verify Kirsten Hall as founder of a boutique agency representing illustrators and authors.

Literary projects, pop culture, music, memoir, illustrated projects

Wants: Query letter

Leah works on books at the intersection of literary and pop culture, music titles, memoirs, illustrated projects, and related projects.

The official Europa Content page lists Leah's direct email as leah@europacontent.com. No detailed public query package requirements were confirmed in this pass.

Authors, illustrators, children's books, picture books

Children's book authors and illustrators through Folio Jr. The public page does not list agent-specific interests for this agent.

Review the Folio submission page and follow the instructions for the selected agent. Do not submit to more than one Folio agent at the same time.

Authors, illustrators, children's books, picture books

Children's book authors and illustrators through Folio Jr. The public page does not list agent-specific interests for this agent.

Review the Folio submission page and follow the instructions for the selected agent. Do not submit to more than one Folio agent at the same time.

Authors, illustrators, children's books, picture books

Children's book authors and illustrators through Folio Jr. The public page does not list agent-specific interests for this agent.

Review the Folio submission page and follow the instructions for the selected agent. Do not submit to more than one Folio agent at the same time.

Authors, illustrators, children's books, picture books

Children's book authors and illustrators through Folio Jr. The public page does not list agent-specific interests for this agent.

Review the Folio submission page and follow the instructions for the selected agent. Do not submit to more than one Folio agent at the same time.

Authors, illustrators, children's books, picture books

Children's book authors and illustrators through Folio Jr. The public page does not list agent-specific interests for this agent.

Review the Folio submission page and follow the instructions for the selected agent. Do not submit to more than one Folio agent at the same time.

Children's authors and illustrators

Picture books, young fiction (5-8, series/character-led), MG (incl mystery/spooky/diary-format/graphic novel), YA (gritty realism, romance with twist, some spec elements), children's non-fiction

Email (to agent) - https://www.unitedagents.co.uk or etalbotunitedagentscouk

Adult commercial fiction, young adult, middle grade, graphic novels, adult nonfiction, picture books, dual-language projects

Wants: Query letter, sample pages, proposal

Jenna is seeking adult, YA and MG commercial fiction in most genres, graphic novels from middle grade to YA, adult nonfiction, very selective picture books, and dual-language English/Spanish projects.

Follow Jenna Satterthwaite's Storm Literary submission guidelines when available, no current direct query route was confirmed in this pass.

Literary fiction, commercial fiction, memoir, narrative nonfiction, young adult, graphic novels, picture books, latinx voices, african-american voices

Wants: Query letter, synopsis, sample pages

Johanna is a senior agent at Writers House. Public profiles describe her as building a list across literary and commercial fiction, memoir, narrative nonfiction, YA fiction, graphic novels, and picture books, with interest in diverse voices, particularly Latinx and African-American writers.

Writers House asks writers to email an individual agent with a query letter, credentials, what makes the book unique, a synopsis, and 10 pages in the body of the email. Writers should consult the agent's individual profile for any specific requirements and should not query two Writers House agents simultaneously.

Children's books, nonfiction, science, nature, stem, picture books, middle grade

Wants: Query letter, sample pages, proposal

Lisa is a literary agent at Storm with a background in biology, environmental science, educational/trade writing, and children's publishing. Her interests align strongly with children's nonfiction, science, nature, STEM, and kidlit.

Follow Lisa Amstutz's Storm Literary submission guidelines when available, no current direct query route was confirmed in this pass.

Science fiction, fantasy, children's books, middle grade, young adult, picture books

Wants: Query letter, sample pages

Michelle is a literary agent at Storm with strong interest in heroic stories, science fiction, fantasy, and children's/young reader projects informed by her school and writing-contest background.

Follow Michelle Hauck's Storm Literary submission guidelines when available, no current direct query route was confirmed in this pass.

Serious nonfiction, literary fiction, children's books, graphic novels, history, sociology, psychology, anthropology, medicine, cultural criticism, popular culture, journalism, african american work, picture books, chapter books, middle grade, young adult

Tanya McKinnon is Principal at McKinnon Literary. She represents serious nonfiction, literary fiction, children's books, and graphic novels. She is always looking for work that takes her beyond current boundaries, including history, sociology, psychology, anthropology, medicine, cultural criticism, popular culture, journalism, and sheer whimsy. In fiction she looks for story- and character-driven engrossing work with a strong voice. She has a particular interest in multicultural and African American work, has a passion for graphic novels for adults or young readers, and represents children's books from picture books through chapter books and middle grade readers to young adult.

McKinnon Literary's official Tanya McKinnon profile confirms her interests but did not expose stable public submission instructions or a public query route in this run. No third-party submission details were imported.

Humor, children's, picture books, middle grade, young adult

Creative, proactive, and friendly artists working across all genres and age ranges, particularly projects that are humorous, quirky, or designed to spark meaningful conversations

Send all enquiries to mail@thebrightagency.com.

Fiction, children's books, illustration

See source page for more info

Email davinia@andlynliterary.co.uk for all enquiries.

Nonfiction, cultural history, fashion, music, illustrated books for adults, humor

Kate Mack represents nonfiction. She is most interested in cultural history, fashion, music, illustrated books for adults, strong female voices, humor, and stories that give a voice to a person or community that has historically been silenced or ostracized.

Online submission form

Fiction, non-fiction, illustration, children's, adult

Sallyanne Sweeney represents fiction, non-fiction, and illustration across children's and adult publishing. She is always drawn to projects that combine creative ambition with broad readership appeal, with taste ranging from the literary to the commercial. She focuses on distinctive voices, strong storytelling, and fresh perspectives, and has a particular gift for guiding debut writers into long-term careers while supporting established voices to reach new audiences.

Submit via Query Tracker.

Children's literature, middle grade, chapter books, young adult, picture books

Penny Moore represents children's literature, mainly middle grade, chapter books, young adult, and select picture books. Though she is interested in all genres, she is specifically seeking inventive works featuring breakout voices and compelling plot lines that will make young readers feel seen and heard for the first time.

Penny only accepts submissions via Query Manager. Submit through her Query Manager page at https:// queryManager.com or LiteraryPenny.

Literary fiction, autofiction, graphic novels, picture books

Seoyeon Park represents Korean authors and publishers, introducing distinctive, boundary-pushing voices to readers around the world. She has a particular love for graphic novels, picture books, and intimate, journal-like narratives that feel personal and sincere. She is especially drawn to autofiction and literary fiction that challenge convention while staying emotionally true, and is passionate about uncovering Korean stories the world has yet to see.

Submit via QueryManager. For fiction: include a cover letter (query letter) with a short pitch and author bio, a one-page synopsis, and the first 1,200 words or first two chapters (whichever is shortest) uploaded as an attachment. For non-fiction: include a proposal of up to 20 pages covering an overview or hook, chapter outline, 1–2 sample chapters as an attachment, and an author bio with platform. Submit to one ICA agent at a time.

Literary fiction, commercial fiction, women's fiction, science fiction, fantasy, narrative nonfiction, history, memoir, biography, psychology, science, parenting, cookbooks, how-to, self-help, business, finance, young adult, children's fiction, children's nonfiction, picture books, illustration

Wants: Query letter, credentials, synopsis, first ten pages

Writers House represents adult and juvenile fiction and nonfiction, including literary and commercial fiction, women's fiction, science fiction and fantasy, narrative nonfiction, history, memoir, biography, psychology, science, parenting, cookbooks, how-to, self-help, business, finance, young adult and juvenile work, picture books, and illustration.

Email an individual Writers House agent with a query letter, credentials, an explanation of what makes the book unique, a synopsis, and 10 pages in the body of the email. Consult the agent's Publishers Marketplace profile for any agent-specific requirements. Do not query two Writers House agents simultaneously.

Children's illustration

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Check agent's submission page

Picture books, graphic novels, illustrated books, children's

Wants: Query letter

Anna is currently focused on illustrated books, including picture books and graphic novels.

The official Olswanger site confirms Anna Olswanger as a literary agent but does not publish a direct query route in the captured page text.

Picture books, children's fiction, children's nonfiction, ya, illustration

Writers and illustrators across children's publishing, from picture books through young adult novels. Beautifully written stories and nonfiction that connect, inspire, and affirm the lives of young people.

Submit via the Aevitas Creative Management contact and submissions form on their website.

Adult fiction, ya, grounded speculative stories, contemporary romance, illustrated picture books, middle-grade fiction, nonfiction

Grounded, speculative stories, page-turning contemporary romance, non-linear storytelling, and elevated writing across the board. In children's books, Rebecca's looking for illustrated picture books with humor or heart that would work well for story time and middle-grade fiction that discusses big life moments. In the non-fiction space, Rebecca is interested in millennial experiences and perspectives, especially ones that challenge societal norms, or that feel fresh and from underrepresented voices. She's also interested in food, pop culture, psychology, and social commentary with hints of humor

Email: rrodd@lgrliterary.com

Children's illustration

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Children's authors and illustrators

Children's authors/illustrators across ages/genres, currently especially: witches, teen romance/romcom series, MG/YA sci-fi/fantasy, MG/YA horror/supernatural, YA romantasy, books for boys, compelling contemporary. For picture books/graphic novels currently only author-illustrators

Email childrensbooksubmissions@theagency.co.uk with submissions as attachments, not download links. Do not email the agent directly. No postal submissions.

Illustrated books, picture books, middle grade, graphic novels

Query Letter

Submissions should be sent via Query Manager. Submit your query to one agent at a time, please do not query multiple agents simultaneously.