Chapter House Literary Agency

Submission guidelines

We welcome submissions from new and established writers whose work matches our listed interests. Before sending your query, please review the guidance below carefully.

What to include

  • A short query letter introducing you and your manuscript
  • A one-page synopsis including the ending
  • The first three chapters or first 10,000 words
  • Your manuscript’s genre and total word count

Submission format

Please send all materials in a clear and professional format. We recommend standard manuscript presentation using readable fonts, consistent spacing, and clearly labelled documents.

Response times may vary depending on submission volume, but we aim to reply within 8 to 10 weeks.

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