S2 Episode 14: Comp Titles, Publishing Trends & Avoiding Schmagents with Rosecliff Literary's Founder Jessica Berg

Did you know that literary agents like Jessica Berg of Rosecliff Literary are valuable partners for every author? Not just those pursuing traditional publishing! In this episode, we dive deep into the world of literary agents and explore the latest publishing trends, how to craft irresistible comp titles, and why avoiding "schmagents" is crucial for your writing journey. Jessica, founder of Rosecliff Literary, shares her insider knowledge and actionable advice, offering more insights than your favorite AP English teacher. Discover the industry-standard framework for query letters, tips for that all-important first agent meeting, and must-know resources (including a new thesaurus you’ll want to bookmark). Jessica also reveals what’s trending in publishing this year, all while reminding us that "We don’t write to trends." Grab your notebook and get ready for an episode packed with practical takeaways! What was the most surprising or helpful piece of info you heard today?Follow Jessica Berg and Rosecliff Literary for more insights:IG & Threads: jessica__berg & roseclifflithttps://www.jessicaberg.me/https://www.rosecliffliterary.com/Stay connected with Mistymorningstories on IG, Substack, YouTube, Threads, and FB. IG: Darcy_Micaela | TikTok: untitledworkinpodcasthttps://www.mistymorningstories.com/https://www.darcymicaela.com/