Overview
In 2021, I came back to work as a book coach and publishing consultant because I love finding incredible stories and helping them be told.
As a former literary agent, I get it — Writing a children's book *that sells* is hard. Getting it published feels even harder.
My goal is to empower you with insider knowledge and constructive feedback so that you can get your book noticed.
KIND WORDS FROM FORMER CLIENTS:
"Samantha is a wonderful person and an amazing professional with great insight into the publishing industry. I was extremely lucky to be one of her clients while she was agenting. Samantha had a vision for my writing career and she patiently helped me navigate through all different stages of realizing that vision.
From building my brand, to critiquing the manuscript, to encouraging me through the submission process, to getting that right deal, to negotiating the contract, to answering my many off-the-wall questions, Samantha was always a phone call away. I wouldn’t have been a published author if it weren’t for Samantha’s guidance, knowledge, and expertise.
Samantha is friendly and thoughtful, prompt in communication and feedback, and brilliant at what she does."
-- Sita Singh, author || Birds of a Feather (March 2021)
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"When she was my agent, Samantha's advice and guidance while crafting my middle grade book series was invaluable. Right away, I knew she understood my project and my creative goals. When she transitioned out of agenting, I was able to attract another agent with her help and — ultimately — a four-book deal with a major publisher. If you need a creative and editorial eye to help turn your manuscript into a winner, you would do well to have Samantha in your corner!"
-- Wes Molebash, author and illustrator || Travis Daventhorpe for the Win! (coming 2023)
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"I was dreading working on a logline and elevator pitch for my TV pilot and nearly threw in the towel when I found Sam. Working with her totally changed my perspective on the whole process. She helped me pull out the most enticing specifics from the story for the juiciest pitch possible. Her notes are crazy specific and actionable. After working with Sam, my pitch materials are clearer and punchier. I'll be remembering her advice and referring to her notes for many more projects to come."
-- Melissa Peng, screenwriter
Services
Fiction
Non-Fiction
Languages
Certifications
- B.A. in English
- B.A. in Creative Writing
Work experience
Self-employed
I offer editorial services, coaching, and consulting services.
Self-employed
• Solicited, read, and evaluated children's book, young adult, and graphic novel pitches and manuscripts
• Identified and acquired storytelling talent and commercial potential
• Guided authors in the writing and development of their book and in the publishing process
• Timely communication with writers regarding their submissions and contracted book projects
• Wrote, designed, and created pitches and book proposals
• Negotiated contracts, agreements, publishing rights, and subsidiary rights with editors and publishers on behalf of author/artist clients
• Built and maintained relationships with authors, editors, agents, and others in the book publishing industry
• Acted as a liaison between author/artist and acquiring editor and publisher, within the United States and internationally
Adams Literary
• Read and analyzed clients' manuscripts and proposals - writing editorial feedback for them
• Submission strategy to editors and publishers, including writing pitches and providing market research
• Negotiated contracts, agreements, publishing rights, and subsidiary rights with editors and publishers on behalf of author and book packager clients
• Read and evaluated solicited children's books (picture books, chapter books, middle grade, young adult) pitches and manuscripts - providing reader reports to senior agents
• Identified literary talent with commercial potential
• Built and maintained relationships with authors, editors, agents, and others in the book publishing industry
• Managed company database of clients, contracts, editors, international and tv/film agents, and U.S. and international publishers
• Designed and created company's Squarespace website and website graphics
• Performed administrative duties and errands, acted as a liaison for technical support, and other miscellaneous duties
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Nov, 2021
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