Becca Langton
OpenDarley Anderson Children's Book Agency·UK
Agent profile summary
- Represents
- children's books
- How to submit
- QueryManager
Recently verified·Last verified: 3 Jun 2026
Becca Langton is a literary agent at Darley Anderson Children's Book Agency based in UK. Their list focuses on children's books. Currently open to submissions, with responses usually within 8-12 weeks. Submissions via QueryManager. For current guidelines, check the agent's own submission page linked below.
Age Categories
Picture Books, Middle Grade, YA, Children's
Response Time
Usually responds within 8-12 weeks
Notes
DACBA submissions page: if unsure email childrens@darleyanderson.com; to submit specifically to Becca you must use her QueryManager page.
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