"The most expensive mistake in publishing? Giving away rights your publisher won't use. Here's what every author needs to know about territory clauses..."
- Kayla Bramante, Literary Agent
Storyteller Talent Agency
#literaryagent #publishingcontract #authortok #bookdeal #publishingtips
- Kayla Bramante, Literary Agent
Storyteller Talent Agency
#literaryagent #publishingcontract #authortok #bookdeal #publishingtips
November 11, 2025 at 8:02 PM
"The most expensive mistake in publishing? Giving away rights your publisher won't use. Here's what every author needs to know about territory clauses..."
- Kayla Bramante, Literary Agent
Storyteller Talent Agency
#literaryagent #publishingcontract #authortok #bookdeal #publishingtips
- Kayla Bramante, Literary Agent
Storyteller Talent Agency
#literaryagent #publishingcontract #authortok #bookdeal #publishingtips
“A book deal isn’t the finish line… It's a negotiation. Here’s what authors sometimes miss in publishing contracts...”
- Kayla Bramante, Literary Agent
Storyteller Talent Agency
www.storytellertalent.com
#literaryagent #publishing #authortok #bookdeal #writingcommunity
- Kayla Bramante, Literary Agent
Storyteller Talent Agency
www.storytellertalent.com
#literaryagent #publishing #authortok #bookdeal #writingcommunity
November 10, 2025 at 9:02 PM
“A book deal isn’t the finish line… It's a negotiation. Here’s what authors sometimes miss in publishing contracts...”
- Kayla Bramante, Literary Agent
Storyteller Talent Agency
www.storytellertalent.com
#literaryagent #publishing #authortok #bookdeal #writingcommunity
- Kayla Bramante, Literary Agent
Storyteller Talent Agency
www.storytellertalent.com
#literaryagent #publishing #authortok #bookdeal #writingcommunity
Dear, dear agents,
After receiving multiple form rejections that kindly include links to resources like Jane Friedman, QueryShark, MSWL, and QueryTracker… I need to vent a little. (thread 👇)
#querying #writing #writingcommunity #literaryagent
After receiving multiple form rejections that kindly include links to resources like Jane Friedman, QueryShark, MSWL, and QueryTracker… I need to vent a little. (thread 👇)
#querying #writing #writingcommunity #literaryagent
November 10, 2025 at 5:15 PM
Dear, dear agents,
After receiving multiple form rejections that kindly include links to resources like Jane Friedman, QueryShark, MSWL, and QueryTracker… I need to vent a little. (thread 👇)
#querying #writing #writingcommunity #literaryagent
After receiving multiple form rejections that kindly include links to resources like Jane Friedman, QueryShark, MSWL, and QueryTracker… I need to vent a little. (thread 👇)
#querying #writing #writingcommunity #literaryagent
“Being a literary agent is part contracts, part reading, and a whole lot of fun! In my bio you can find the link to query me...” - Kayla Bramante, Literary Agent, Storyteller Talent Agency storytellertalent.com #indieauthor #literaryagent #authortok #publishing #bookdeal
November 10, 2025 at 1:17 AM
“Being a literary agent is part contracts, part reading, and a whole lot of fun! In my bio you can find the link to query me...” - Kayla Bramante, Literary Agent, Storyteller Talent Agency storytellertalent.com #indieauthor #literaryagent #authortok #publishing #bookdeal
“What makes an agent request a full? It’s not luck… it’s storytelling control. Here’s exactly what catches my attention as a literary...”
- Kayla Bramante, Literary Agent, Storyteller Talent (www.storytellertalent.com)
#indieauthor #literaryagent #authortok #writingtips #queryletter
- Kayla Bramante, Literary Agent, Storyteller Talent (www.storytellertalent.com)
#indieauthor #literaryagent #authortok #writingtips #queryletter
November 9, 2025 at 2:18 AM
“What makes an agent request a full? It’s not luck… it’s storytelling control. Here’s exactly what catches my attention as a literary...”
- Kayla Bramante, Literary Agent, Storyteller Talent (www.storytellertalent.com)
#indieauthor #literaryagent #authortok #writingtips #queryletter
- Kayla Bramante, Literary Agent, Storyteller Talent (www.storytellertalent.com)
#indieauthor #literaryagent #authortok #writingtips #queryletter
“The best query letters aren’t perfect, they’re purposeful. As an agent, I fall in love with clarity, confidence, and a writer who knows their story’s heartbeat...”
- Kayla Bramante, Literary Agent, Storyteller Talent
#indieauthor #authortok #writingtips #lgbtbooks #literaryagent
- Kayla Bramante, Literary Agent, Storyteller Talent
#indieauthor #authortok #writingtips #lgbtbooks #literaryagent
November 8, 2025 at 4:36 AM
“The best query letters aren’t perfect, they’re purposeful. As an agent, I fall in love with clarity, confidence, and a writer who knows their story’s heartbeat...”
- Kayla Bramante, Literary Agent, Storyteller Talent
#indieauthor #authortok #writingtips #lgbtbooks #literaryagent
- Kayla Bramante, Literary Agent, Storyteller Talent
#indieauthor #authortok #writingtips #lgbtbooks #literaryagent
“Most query letters fail because they describe everything except the actual story. Here’s how to fix yours…” - Kayla Bramante, Literary Agent, Storyteller Talent Agency (www.storytellertalent.com) #indieauthor #queryletter #authortok #writingtips #literaryagent
November 8, 2025 at 3:51 AM
“Most query letters fail because they describe everything except the actual story. Here’s how to fix yours…” - Kayla Bramante, Literary Agent, Storyteller Talent Agency (www.storytellertalent.com) #indieauthor #queryletter #authortok #writingtips #literaryagent
AGENT SPOTLIGHT: Victoria Harris of The Caldwell Agency!
@myreadingnook.bsky.social answers some of our most pressing questions and discusses their advice for authors hoping to make it. Learn more, on our blog:
writingdayworkshops.com/blog
#amwriting #amquerying #literaryagent #writingcommunity
@myreadingnook.bsky.social answers some of our most pressing questions and discusses their advice for authors hoping to make it. Learn more, on our blog:
writingdayworkshops.com/blog
#amwriting #amquerying #literaryagent #writingcommunity
November 7, 2025 at 6:00 PM
AGENT SPOTLIGHT: Victoria Harris of The Caldwell Agency!
@myreadingnook.bsky.social answers some of our most pressing questions and discusses their advice for authors hoping to make it. Learn more, on our blog:
writingdayworkshops.com/blog
#amwriting #amquerying #literaryagent #writingcommunity
@myreadingnook.bsky.social answers some of our most pressing questions and discusses their advice for authors hoping to make it. Learn more, on our blog:
writingdayworkshops.com/blog
#amwriting #amquerying #literaryagent #writingcommunity
Honestly, I'm kicking ass. Today was an awesome writing session. I'm at 48K of solid story in a month.
I have two big set pieces to write, one chapter with a family member, a chapter with a supporting character, and an epilogue.
After that it's glue.
#Writing #WIP #Author #literaryagent #Editor
I have two big set pieces to write, one chapter with a family member, a chapter with a supporting character, and an epilogue.
After that it's glue.
#Writing #WIP #Author #literaryagent #Editor
November 7, 2025 at 12:57 PM
Honestly, I'm kicking ass. Today was an awesome writing session. I'm at 48K of solid story in a month.
I have two big set pieces to write, one chapter with a family member, a chapter with a supporting character, and an epilogue.
After that it's glue.
#Writing #WIP #Author #literaryagent #Editor
I have two big set pieces to write, one chapter with a family member, a chapter with a supporting character, and an epilogue.
After that it's glue.
#Writing #WIP #Author #literaryagent #Editor
“When agents offer representation, it’s not just about one book... it’s about the author’s entire career. Here’s what makes me say yes.” - Kayla Bramante, Literary Agent, Storyteller Talent Agency #indieauthor #authortok #literaryagent #publishing #writingtips
November 7, 2025 at 5:39 AM
“When agents offer representation, it’s not just about one book... it’s about the author’s entire career. Here’s what makes me say yes.” - Kayla Bramante, Literary Agent, Storyteller Talent Agency #indieauthor #authortok #literaryagent #publishing #writingtips
“Agents are more than query readers... We’re strategists. Here’s what a day as a literary agent really looks like, and how I bring that perspective to indie authors.” -Kayla Bramante, Literary Agent, Storyteller Talent Agency #indieauthor #literaryagent #authortok #publishingtips
November 7, 2025 at 5:36 AM
“Agents are more than query readers... We’re strategists. Here’s what a day as a literary agent really looks like, and how I bring that perspective to indie authors.” -Kayla Bramante, Literary Agent, Storyteller Talent Agency #indieauthor #literaryagent #authortok #publishingtips
“Before you query or publish, developmental editing makes sure your story actually lands. Here’s what it does... and why agents can always tell...” - Kayla Bramante, Literary Agent, Storyteller Talent Agency. www.StorytellerTalent.com #indieauthor #editing #authortok #writingtips #literaryagent
November 7, 2025 at 5:32 AM
“Before you query or publish, developmental editing makes sure your story actually lands. Here’s what it does... and why agents can always tell...” - Kayla Bramante, Literary Agent, Storyteller Talent Agency. www.StorytellerTalent.com #indieauthor #editing #authortok #writingtips #literaryagent
After one day of gathering ideas, one day of overtime, and one day of sleeping, me and the words are back!
Got in 2000 words on a scene I didn't know was coming.
"Thank you, Miss Violet."
#Writing #WIP #WritingCommunity#Manuscript #Editor #LiteraryAgent #BookPublisher
Got in 2000 words on a scene I didn't know was coming.
"Thank you, Miss Violet."
#Writing #WIP #WritingCommunity#Manuscript #Editor #LiteraryAgent #BookPublisher
November 6, 2025 at 12:07 PM
After one day of gathering ideas, one day of overtime, and one day of sleeping, me and the words are back!
Got in 2000 words on a scene I didn't know was coming.
"Thank you, Miss Violet."
#Writing #WIP #WritingCommunity#Manuscript #Editor #LiteraryAgent #BookPublisher
Got in 2000 words on a scene I didn't know was coming.
"Thank you, Miss Violet."
#Writing #WIP #WritingCommunity#Manuscript #Editor #LiteraryAgent #BookPublisher
“Here’s what the publishing and entertainment industry really wants right now... and how indie authors can align with it.” - Kayla Bramante, Literary Agent, Storyteller Talent Agency www.storytellertalent.com #indieauthor #booktofilm #publishingtips #authortok #literaryagent
November 5, 2025 at 9:16 PM
“Here’s what the publishing and entertainment industry really wants right now... and how indie authors can align with it.” - Kayla Bramante, Literary Agent, Storyteller Talent Agency www.storytellertalent.com #indieauthor #booktofilm #publishingtips #authortok #literaryagent
“Getting a full request from an agent isn’t the finish line... it’s the beginning of a business evaluation. Here’s what really happens behind the scenes.” - Kayla Bramante, Literary Agent, Storyteller #indieauthor #literaryagent #authortok #publishingtips #bookwriting www.storytellertalent.com
November 5, 2025 at 7:59 PM
“Getting a full request from an agent isn’t the finish line... it’s the beginning of a business evaluation. Here’s what really happens behind the scenes.” - Kayla Bramante, Literary Agent, Storyteller #indieauthor #literaryagent #authortok #publishingtips #bookwriting www.storytellertalent.com
I am #querying several #pb manuscripts that I have ready, as well as an #earlyreader chapter book. But I am in the market for a #literaryagent who is looking for a new Christmas book--finding someone willing to take that on in a saturated market is so difficult! #writingcommunity any suggestions?
November 5, 2025 at 7:33 PM
I am #querying several #pb manuscripts that I have ready, as well as an #earlyreader chapter book. But I am in the market for a #literaryagent who is looking for a new Christmas book--finding someone willing to take that on in a saturated market is so difficult! #writingcommunity any suggestions?
An #agentguide to THE LAST GREAT ALMOST.
Every Summer After x Dawson's Creek in this character-driven romance/lit fic blend told in dual
POV.
90s/2000s nostalgia, small town optics, generational trauma, & emotional imprinting.
#questpit #Q #R #LF #amquerying #literaryagent
Every Summer After x Dawson's Creek in this character-driven romance/lit fic blend told in dual
POV.
90s/2000s nostalgia, small town optics, generational trauma, & emotional imprinting.
#questpit #Q #R #LF #amquerying #literaryagent
November 5, 2025 at 4:37 PM
An #agentguide to THE LAST GREAT ALMOST.
Every Summer After x Dawson's Creek in this character-driven romance/lit fic blend told in dual
POV.
90s/2000s nostalgia, small town optics, generational trauma, & emotional imprinting.
#questpit #Q #R #LF #amquerying #literaryagent
Every Summer After x Dawson's Creek in this character-driven romance/lit fic blend told in dual
POV.
90s/2000s nostalgia, small town optics, generational trauma, & emotional imprinting.
#questpit #Q #R #LF #amquerying #literaryagent
“Good book, poor sales? The issue is almost never talent... it’s positioning. Here’s how I help authors fix it...” - Kayla Bramante, Literary Agent, Storyteller Talent Agency. #indieauthor #bookmarketing #selfpublishing #authortok #literaryagent
November 4, 2025 at 7:39 PM
“Good book, poor sales? The issue is almost never talent... it’s positioning. Here’s how I help authors fix it...” - Kayla Bramante, Literary Agent, Storyteller Talent Agency. #indieauthor #bookmarketing #selfpublishing #authortok #literaryagent
#questpit #amquerying #literaryagent When an author’s banned novels start coming to life as real murders, Seattle detectives uncover a chilling conspiracy inside the world’s biggest publishing empire. Each killing mirrors elements from his books, each victim a gatekeeper who rejected him.
November 4, 2025 at 6:18 PM
#questpit #amquerying #literaryagent When an author’s banned novels start coming to life as real murders, Seattle detectives uncover a chilling conspiracy inside the world’s biggest publishing empire. Each killing mirrors elements from his books, each victim a gatekeeper who rejected him.
New Agent Alert!
Jess Gilbert has recently joined D4EO Literary Agency. Jess is looking for literary and commercial fiction and more!
Discover the full MSWL and how to query on our blog:
www.writingdayworkshops.com/blog
#amwriting #amquerying #literaryagent #writingcommunity #publishing
Jess Gilbert has recently joined D4EO Literary Agency. Jess is looking for literary and commercial fiction and more!
Discover the full MSWL and how to query on our blog:
www.writingdayworkshops.com/blog
#amwriting #amquerying #literaryagent #writingcommunity #publishing
November 4, 2025 at 5:23 PM
New Agent Alert!
Jess Gilbert has recently joined D4EO Literary Agency. Jess is looking for literary and commercial fiction and more!
Discover the full MSWL and how to query on our blog:
www.writingdayworkshops.com/blog
#amwriting #amquerying #literaryagent #writingcommunity #publishing
Jess Gilbert has recently joined D4EO Literary Agency. Jess is looking for literary and commercial fiction and more!
Discover the full MSWL and how to query on our blog:
www.writingdayworkshops.com/blog
#amwriting #amquerying #literaryagent #writingcommunity #publishing
“After I minute I stood up, deciding to explore the ‘back’ of the house, really just one room and a small bathroom painted in urine, with a tub so stained with pink mildew and soap scum that I wasn’t sure of the original color.”
#writingcommunity
open.substack.com/pub/ellieleo...
#writingcommunity
open.substack.com/pub/ellieleo...
DEATH OF A MAYFLY - Chapter 6
Warning: This chapter contains triggers for sexual assault.
open.substack.com
November 3, 2025 at 3:53 AM
“Most rejections aren’t about talent… they’re about positioning. Here’s what makes agents pass on good manuscripts and how to fix it.” - Kayla Bramante, Literary Agent, Storyteller Talent Agency. #indieauthor #booksales #authortok #writingtips #literaryagent
November 2, 2025 at 8:36 PM
“Most rejections aren’t about talent… they’re about positioning. Here’s what makes agents pass on good manuscripts and how to fix it.” - Kayla Bramante, Literary Agent, Storyteller Talent Agency. #indieauthor #booksales #authortok #writingtips #literaryagent
“Before a publisher or producer says yes, they look for one thing: clarity of concept. Here’s how to know if your book has commercial potential.” - Kayla Bramante, Literary Agent, Storyteller Talent Agency. #indieauthor #manuscript #authortok #literaryagent #selfpublishing
November 2, 2025 at 8:32 PM
“Before a publisher or producer says yes, they look for one thing: clarity of concept. Here’s how to know if your book has commercial potential.” - Kayla Bramante, Literary Agent, Storyteller Talent Agency. #indieauthor #manuscript #authortok #literaryagent #selfpublishing
I'm looking to connect with literary agents interested in:
"Supernatural Horror / Psychological Thriller"
Any recommendations (with searchable links / evidence) ?
#writingcommunity #literaryagent #WIP
#SupernaturalHorror #PsychologicalThriller #Publisher #Editor #Writer
"Supernatural Horror / Psychological Thriller"
Any recommendations (with searchable links / evidence) ?
#writingcommunity #literaryagent #WIP
#SupernaturalHorror #PsychologicalThriller #Publisher #Editor #Writer
November 2, 2025 at 6:13 PM
I'm looking to connect with literary agents interested in:
"Supernatural Horror / Psychological Thriller"
Any recommendations (with searchable links / evidence) ?
#writingcommunity #literaryagent #WIP
#SupernaturalHorror #PsychologicalThriller #Publisher #Editor #Writer
"Supernatural Horror / Psychological Thriller"
Any recommendations (with searchable links / evidence) ?
#writingcommunity #literaryagent #WIP
#SupernaturalHorror #PsychologicalThriller #Publisher #Editor #Writer
Who else here is in the query trenches? 😓 #queryingauthors #querytrenches #literaryagent #unpublishedauthor #booktok #writer #shorts #authortube
#WritingCommunity
#WritingCommunity
November 2, 2025 at 4:38 AM
Who else here is in the query trenches? 😓 #queryingauthors #querytrenches #literaryagent #unpublishedauthor #booktok #writer #shorts #authortube
#WritingCommunity
#WritingCommunity