HG Literary

How to query HG Literary— every agent here in one place, with what each is looking for, whether they’re open to queries, and how to submit. Always confirm an agent’s live submission page before you send.

13 agents12 open to queries6 in-depth profiles
AudiencesPicture BookYoung AdultGraphic NovelChildren'sCookbookFeminism
Based inNew York, NY, US · New York City, US

How to submit to HG Literary

How to submitVaries by agent (email + online forms)
Other agentsQuery one agent at a time
ResponseGenerally responds within 6–8 weeks; no detailed feedback.
Open now12 of 13 agents
What to send
  • query letter
  • first 5 pages pasted in the email body (no attachments)
  • full manuscript for picture books
  • Electronic only; submit to one agent at a time.
  • Most agents use QueryManager/QueryTracker portals; one takes email (responds only if interested).
  • Some agents are closed to queries. No screenplays or religious fiction. Official emails come from @hgliterary.com.
Full guidelines on HG Literary’s site →

Submission rules change — confirm on the agency’s page (linked) and the individual agent’s page below before you send.

Agents at HG Literary

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Carrie HanniganIn-depth
Open to queries

“Carrie was lucky enough to find her way to agenting quickly after moving to New York City. (There was a brief stint in the Rolling Stone Art &…

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Ellen GoffIn-depth
Open to queries

A query and the first five pages pasted into the email are great. I don’t need a synopsis just yet, I like to be surprised when I read for the…

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Jon CobbIn-depth
Open to queries

Jon graduated from the University of California, San Diego with a Bachelor’s degree in English Literature, and later completed a Master’s degree…

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Natalie SunIn-depth
Open to queries

Natalie grew up in the suburbs of Philadelphia reading as many fantastical adventures she could get her hands on. After a myriad of publishing…

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Victoria Wells ArmsIn-depth
Open to queries

“Victoria’s career began as an editor at Dial Books for Young Readers, G. P. Putnam's Sons and then Bloomsbury USA's Children's Division, where…