Agency Overview
At Tsunami Literary Ink, I represent authors with distinctive voices and market-savvy stories that move readers and make a difference. My goal is to help authors navigate the complex world of publishing with clarity, confidence, and creative excellence—from first draft to final deal.
Representation Services
I actively represent authors in fiction and select nonfiction categories, focusing on works that blend compelling storytelling with emotional resonance and strong commercial potential.
o What I Offer My Clients
- Strategic Career Guidance– A long-term vision for your publishing journey, tailored to your genre, goals, and strengths.
- Editorial Development– Hands-on feedback and developmental notes to refine your manuscript before submission.
- Pitch & Proposal Expertise– Collaborative creation of powerful query letters, synopses, and submission materials that stand out.
- Targeted Submissions– Personalized submission strategies to the right editors, imprints, and houses that align with your voice and market potential.
- Contract Negotiation & Rights Management– Decades of publishing experience to ensure your deals—domestic, foreign, audio, and dramatic—are fair and future-focused.
- Transparent Communication– Open, honest, and consistent communication at every stage of the process.
- Partnership Mindset– A collaborative approach built on trust, professionalism, and mutual respect.
- Career Longevity Focus– A commitment to helping you build not just a book deal, but a sustainable author career.
Manuscript Development
For writers seeking to elevate their work before representation or submission, I offer personalized manuscript development services. Please note: Editorial Services are separate from representation services and DO NOT influence representation decisions.
Options include:
- Comprehensive editorial feedback and revision notes
- Structural and pacing analysis
- Character, theme, and voice refinement
- Market positioning insights to help the manuscript align with industry trends
Workshops & Classes
Writing a great book is only part of the journey—getting it noticed is the next step. I offer small-group workshops and one-on-one sessions focused on:
- Manuscript Strategy Call
- Editorial Assessment (first 50 pages)
- Full Developmental Edits
- 50-Page Manuscript Development
- Full Editorial Partnership
- Query Letter Lab
- Pitch Perfect Workshop
- The Agent’s Perspective
- Private Query Coaching
- Pitch Polish Package
These workshops are ideal for writers preparing to query agents, attend conferences, or pitch at literary events.
Our Mission
Every great story deserves an advocate who understands both its creative heart and its market potential. My mission is to champion writers, refine their work to its strongest form, and connect their stories with the right publishing opportunities.