Our Literary Agents
Literary agents represent the commercial interests of authors and their written works. Agents serve as business-minded intermediaries between creatives and book publishing firms, film producers, and theater producers.
Literary agents deal with both new and established authors.
As a literary agency, we will not request an upfront fee for the representation of an author’s works. The literary agent will receive their earnings once they successfully land a contract. Literary agents are typically compensated between 15 and 20% of the sales they negotiate on behalf of the author they represent.
If you have encountered one of our literary agents asking for an upfront agent service fee, we’ll be investigating the said case. Should it be proven, the literary agent will be subject to dismissal.
Trevor Adams is a dedicated literary agent based in Calgary with over 10 years of experience in the publishing industry. He holds a bachelor’s degree in English literature from the University of Calgary and a master’s degree in publishing studies from Simon Fraser University. Trevor’s passion for literature and his keen eye for emerging talent have made him a respected figure in the Canadian literary community.
Bryan Harper was a literary agent, half South Korean and half American. He had been born in Seoul, South Korea, of a Korean mother and an American father who was stationed there with the US military and gone back to the United States at the age of eight. Born in suburban Chicago, where he was brought up, he became fond of reading and writing due to parental pressure from his two great parents who are all educators. His undergraduate degree was in English Literature at the University of Illinois in Urbana-Champaign. He completed internships with several publishing houses, including a stint at a major literary agency. He started his career in New York City after further studies at NYU, entering the business as an assistant at a good-sized literary agency and quickly proving he was an exemplary agent right out of the gate. All that hard work paid off, and he was made an associate agent in 2015, upgraded to full agent two years later. In 2022, Bryan became a literary agent at 20twenty Literary Agency focused on amplifying diverse voices and those of underrepresented communities. Bryan, who is renowned for his quick wit, warmth, and approachability, is a fervent advocate for his clients and is passionately loyal to them. He has great zeal in ushering diversity into the publishing world and is dedicated to finding new talent among historically sidelined groups. He represents literary and upmarket fiction and creative nonfiction writers for memoir, essay collection, and poetry, with a special focus on identity, culture, social justice, and human rights. In addition to this, Bryan has a very strong interest in international literature and has worked with authors from Asia and other regions. He is not able to speak Korean. During his free time, Bryan likes to read and try different types of foods and watch movie versions of books.
Lorenzo Cruz is a well-esteemed literary agent, proved to be multi-talented and experienced in the publishing and film industry. His progression at work, going up from an intern in 2015 to an executive book and film literary agent in merely two years, attests to the expertise and dedication he holds within him. With a background in independent publishing and major film and publishing companies, Lorenzo has tremendously broad experience that can support an author in virtually any genre. This only goes further to show that he is committed to representing as many varied voices as possible with their stories. Proactively getting his clients’ deals with mainstream publishers and optioning film adaptation rights is adulation-worthy work. Lorenzo is a lover of books, and his thoughtful recommendations come with a more personal touch on the professional task, which can make him one of the best agents for any emerging writer looking for a representative. His experience and dedication to helping authors succeed makes him a compelling agent for those considering submitting their work.
Raven Silva is a leading literary agent in New York City. Their career in publishing began as an intern at 20/20 in 2019. Climbing the ladder of every department, he gained an unambiguous understanding of the totality of the business from all sides. Now, he represents a vibrant and diversified list of authors and illustrators voices. With a fire-filled passion for storytelling and nuanced insight into the publishing world, Raven is dedicated to unearthing and developing extraordinary talent. His commitment is on a par of excellence with that strategic eye to make sure whether you are a new writer or an author, your work is represented passionately and accurately. Obviously, his commitment to his clients is huge and personal, making him the number one choice for authors seeking considerate strategic literary representation.
Jay Thompson started as a publishing consultant in 2016 and worked his way up to become an organizational literary agent in 2020. In recognition of his dedication and hard work in the publishing industry, he was promoted to Executive Book and Film Literary Agent just two years later. Jay has experience working with independent authors and various film and publishing companies, helping to bring books to mainstream publishers and film adaptations. He specializes in representing non-fiction genres like memoirs and historical content, as well as fiction, including mysteries, psychological thrillers, and children’s books. He also seeks submissions for young adult literature and literary thrillers.
As a full-service book and film literary agent at 20/20 Literary Group, Jay is dedicated to meeting the needs of his clients and ensuring the success of both the author and the book. He is committed to helping every book he represents achieve success and avoid rejection from traditional publishing houses or film organizations. Jay is also an avid reader and enjoys recommending books to others. For those who are just starting their writing careers, Jay is an ideal person to work with if they are seeking representation for their book.
For any complaints or distinctions regarding agent service, you may contact us at (888) 585-8423 or send your feedback using the form below.