Mitchell Waters (Agent)
Mitchell has been an agent for thirty years, first at Curtis Brown, Ltd. and now at Brandt & Hochman. He represents a wide and diverse array of literary and commercial fiction and nonfiction, including mystery, history, biography and memoir. He is particularly drawn to historical fiction and voice-driven narratives, especially when both dark and humorous. He is also looking for realistic young adult fiction. He served for ten years on the Board of Directors of the Association of Authors’ Representatives and is currently head of the membership committee.
Mitchell Waters's Availability During Manuscript Mart Week:
- Tuesday, May 13: 10:00–1:00 & 1:00–4:00
- Wednesday, May 14: 10:00–1:00 & 1:00–4:00
- Thursday, May 15: 10:00–1:00 & 1:00–4:00
- Friday, May 16: 10:00–1:00 & 1:00–4:00
Zoom Meetings with Mitchell will be scheduled within these time periods (all EDT), but are subject to change. If Mitchell must make a change to this schedule, we will arrange a mutually agreeable Zoom time outside of Manuscript Mart Week.
What I'm Looking For
Lively voice-driven narratives.
Sample Titles or Authors
AUSTEN AT SEA by Natalie Jenner
COUNTING LOST STARS by Kim van Alkemade
UNDERBURN by Bill Gaythwaite
Specializes In / Will Consider
FICTION: Family Saga, LGBTQIA+, Historical Fiction, Mystery, Commercial Fiction, Literary Fiction, Multi-Cultural/Global Fiction, Young Adult
NONFICTION: Cultural/Social Issues, LGBTQIA+, Medical, Psychology, Self Help