Literary Agent Jen Babakhan

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Jen grew up spending afternoons sitting in the middle of bookstore aisles, thumbing through the adventures of Clifford the Big Red Dog, The Berenstain Bears, or the latest Shel Silverstein book of poetry. The smell of new and old books, and the act of browsing through pages transported her into other worlds from her earliest years.

Her love for reading quickly turned into a love for writing. Jen believes that the gift of writing is from God and not to be taken lightly. With that ability comes the chance to bless others with our creative work.

Prior to becoming an associate agent in 2024, Jen graduated with a degree in communications and became a marketing specialist for an international nonprofit, where she worked to develop the business’s brand and recognition of that brand—two important elements for every author to master as well.

She later transitioned into freelance writing and ghostwriting when her two children came along. In these roles Jen wrote for Reader’s Digest from 2017 to 2021, and her work has been featured in various national outlets.

Jen interned with Books & Such in 2024 after joining the agency as a client in 2018. She thinks of agents as being a sort of “book midwife”; helping writers to bring their art into the world and into readers’ hearts. As an author herself, Jen understands the vulnerability involved in writing, along with the adventure of publishing.

She lives in California with her husband, two children, and two incredibly stubborn Shih Tzus.

Jen acquires adult nonfiction and fiction.

Client Testimonials

“I feel truly blessed to have landed Jen Babakhan as my agent. She’s a warm, gentle soul who offers support and encouragement for my writing, as well as friendship and prayers for me as a person. She was invaluable during the proposal process and was able to sell my first faith-based book quickly. Jen is very communicative, supportive, and dedicated to her profession. As an author herself, she understands the writing journey and is a gem among agents. I can’t wait to see where the future will take us as we ready my next project for publication.”

Dee Leone, author of Tiny the Mustard Seed and other books

“It’s my pleasure to spotlight Jen Babakhan as a stellar literary agent! From the moment we met, I sensed her sincere desire to not only know me as a person, but also champion my passions as an author and encourage my Christian faith. Jen’s feedback is timely, constructive, and digestible … a rare combination of strengths. Finally, I’ve found Jen to be a prayer partner throughout my writing journey and also at times when I’ve weathered personal storms. I look forward to continued partnership with her in the days to come!”

Dr. Mekel Harris, author of Riding the Waves: 52 Devotions to Anchor the Grieving Heart

“Jen Babakhan has been, without being overly dramatic, an answer to prayer. She is everything that I need in a literary agent: warm, encouraging, driven, and full of creative ideas! She helped get my book proposal from good to great and worked tirelessly to find me a publisher and a book contract. I’m grateful for Jen and know any author would count themselves blessed to have her as their agent.”

Nichole J. Suvar, author of I Don't Have to Hold It All Together: Cultivating the Peace of Eden When Feeling Overwhelmed