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What Jordan is looking for
Jordan represents a list of diverse children’s fiction from picture books through YA and select adult genre and pop culture writers. She also represents a growing list of graphic novelists and illustrators. She is always looking to find stories that bring the queer experience to the children’s space across all age ranges. Jordan is looking for author/illustrators in the picture book space, especially those with bold, engaging art styles and stories that evoke strong emotions or laughter. In middle grade and YA, she loves contemporary fiction with heart and humor, cozy romantic fantasy, and horror with ghosts, creepy forests, and haunted houses. She has a strong interest in space exploration
Notable sales & clients
- Flowerheart by Catherine Bakewell
- Hello Star by Stephanie Lucianovic and Vashti Harrison
- The Passing Playbook by Isaac Fitzsimons
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Frequently asked questions
Is Jordan Hamessley open to queries right now?
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What genres does Jordan Hamessley represent?
Jordan Hamessley represents Fantasy, Young Adult, Middle Grade, Picture Books, Graphic Novels, Horror, Nonfiction.
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