New Agent Alert: Kelly Bergh of Lucinda Literary
Literary agent alerts (with this spotlight featuring Kelly Bergh of Lucinda Literary) are golden opportunities for new writers because each one is a literary agent who is likely building his or her client list.
After beginning her career as an editor in academic publishing and briefly serving as a children's librarian, Kelly joined Lucinda Literary to begin building a list in adult practical nonfiction, specifically in the categories of health and wellness, spirituality, and popular science. She selectively takes on children’s and gift books/decks in the same areas.
A certified yoga teacher, Kelly is drawn to representing authors who seek to educate and empower those curious about what it means to live in alignment with their values. She is looking for PhDs and journalists who want to share their research with a general audience, as well as established thought leaders and influencers seeking a new medium through which to connect with their existing audiences.Kelly holds a master’s degree in publishing from Drexel University and splits her time between Philadelphia and Seattle.
Currently Seeking
Kelly is looking for scholars and journalists who are able to simplify complex research and make it digestible for non-academics (specifically in the categories of health and wellness, spirituality, and popular science). Her favorite writers are Brené Brown, James Nestor, Gretchen Rubin, Malcolm Gladwell, Jay Shetty, and Gabby Bernstein.
How to Submit
Query Kelly via her QueryManager form: https://querymanager.com/query/2403
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Research, interview, and explore the subjects that interest you. Then write about what you've learned in Writing Nonfiction 101: Fundamentals. Writing nonfiction is a great way for beginner and experienced writers to break into the publishing industry.
