About Me
Victoria Lim | Literary Agent
Victoria Lim is a dedicated literary agent who is passionate about helping writers turn their ideas into published works. She works with both emerging and established authors, providing guidance throughout the publishing process, from manuscript development to securing publishing opportunities.
Known for her collaborative approach, Victoria values strong storytelling, authentic voices, and projects that leave a lasting impact on readers. She enjoys working closely with her clients to refine their work and build successful, long-term writing careers.
Her interests span a variety of genres, including fiction, young adult, mystery, thriller, memoir, and narrative nonfiction. With a keen eye for compelling stories and market potential, Victoria is committed to connecting exceptional manuscripts with the right publishers.
Email:
Phone:
(513) 341-5767
Submission Guidelines
Thank you for considering Victoria Lim Literary Agency for your work. We are always excited to discover new voices and compelling stories.
Submission Requirements
Please include the following materials with your submission:
– A concise query letter introducing yourself and your book
– A 1–2 page synopsis that includes the ending
– The first 10–50 pages of your manuscript (attached as a Word or PDF document)
– The genre and total word count
– Your target audience and any comparable titles (if relevant)
Response Time: 4–6 weeks for queries.
If your project is a good fit, Victoria or her assistant will follow up for a full manuscript.
Submission Requirements
For Fiction:
– Query letter
– Brief synopsis
– One sample chapter (or the first ten pages)
For Non-Fiction:
– Query letter
– Author biography
– Book proposal
Response Time: 4–6 weeks for queries.
If your project is a good fit, Victoria or her assistant will follow up for a full manuscript.
Submission Guidelines:
– Submissions must be sent via email only
– Use the subject line format: [Genre] Submission – [Book Title]
– Simultaneous submissions are welcome
– Expected response time is 4–6 weeks
– Send all queries to: [email protected]
Response Time: 4–6 weeks for queries.
If your project is a good fit, Victoria or her assistant will follow up for a full manuscript.
Featured Books
The Girl Behind the Gates
Brenda Davies
The Things We Never Say
Elizabeth Strout
Land
Maggie O’Farrell
Navigating Your Next
Julian Lighton
Blood & Steel
Helen Scheuerer
The Last Ride of the Dirty Creek Gang
William W. Johnstone
What Authors Are Saying
“Working with Victoria Lim completely changed my writing career. She didn’t just represent my book—she helped me shape it into something stronger and more market-ready. I always felt supported and understood throughout the process.”
— Julian Lighton
“Victoria has a sharp eye for story structure and character development. Her feedback was honest but encouraging, and it made a huge difference in how publishers responded to my manuscript.”
— Maggie O’Farrell
“I was new to the publishing world and didn’t know where to start. Victoria guided me step by step, from polishing my draft to negotiating my first book deal. I couldn’t have done it without her.”
— William W. Johnstone
