An Agent You Should Know

Although she would never admit it, literary royalty, Regina Brooks is leaving a lasting mark on the publishing industry.  As a best-selling author, literary agent, business woman, and mentor everything Regina touches blossoms into triumph. 

Boldly leaving behind the corporate publishing world at John Wiley & Sons Inc. and McGraw-Hill Co., Regina found the courage to branch out and start her own full service literary agency, Serendipity, which is based in Brooklyn NY.

Through her agency, Regina has broken barriers and molded writers into successful authors.  "I like to develop writers. When I first started my agency, I was into that a lot: helping writers find their voice. I really got my hands dirty with manuscripts. But now, I’m finding I’m less able to do that. But I like to keep a balanced portfolio—of writers who are ready to go and seasoned writers, as well as people who need some development. I just love taking the seed of an idea and helping bring it to fruition." 

The authors that she represents include, but are not limited to: three-time National Book Award finalist, Newberry and Coretta Scott King award-winning author Marilyn Nelson, and Coretta Scott King Award winner, Sundee Frazier, author of Brendan Buckley’s Universe and Everything in it, an Oprah Book Pick and an Al Roker Book Club selection.

With all her accomplishments and continued success, Regina continues to be humble.  She is one of the nicest and most inspiring people I have ever had the pleasure of meeting. Her advice to writers, “there are a lot of good manuscripts out there. It doesn’t matter if you’re a lawyer or a National Book Award winner, the competition is fierce. Know the rules, expect some rejection, and put your best face forward.” Watch as she gives away some insider publishing secrets on how to write, sell and market your memoir. 

Regina Brooks is a successful, well-respected agent with many years dedicated to the publishing industry.  She is a member of the AAR and has an established list of clients and sales.  She is a popular conference goer and has a particular interest in YA at the moment.  Follow her on Twitter and Facebook for news and happenings and an inside look at Serendipity Lit.