We are thrilled to share this week’s new episode featuring Jo Volpe, the agent extraordinaire and founder of the powerhouse New Leaf Literary Agency, home to some of the most beloved authors spanning multiple genres. In this episode, we cover the journey of founding New Leaf, the day-to-day management of an entire agency, and even non-writing related topics including her background in teaching.

We immediately resonated with Jo’s entrepreneurial hustle. Then we got into the crux of the episode which encompassed managing author careers, from splashy Netflix deals, to sub strategies, and she even gives a peek into New Leaf’s unique collaboration with their authors on marketing campaigns.  

Let us know your thoughts about today’s conversation on Instagram or Patreon! 

We discuss the nature of good author-agent relations and what to look for. Then we get into querying. She breaks down author careers and longevity. This episode was full of gems. We left this recording reeling from the sheer amount of information that she gave! This is a must listen!

Links

• Joanna Volpe - New Leaf Literary
• Susan Dennard's Newsletter - Misfits & Daydreamers
   

Books Mentioned - We strongly encourage that listeners purchase these titles from their favorite indie bookstore

• Divergent by Veronica Roth
• The Witchlands Series by Susan Dennard
• The Luminaries by Susan Dennard
• For She is Wrath by Emily Varga
• Hope Ablaze by Sarah Mughal Rana

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Come back on the first Thursday of every month for a brand new episode of On the Write Track Pod. Make sure you hit the follow button to get notified, and like and subscribe to the podcast wherever you listen! Sign up to our Patreon where you can receive exclusive perks, some for as little as the cost of a coffee!

Did you enjoy the episode? Please leave us a review! 

Follow the podcast @OntheWriteTrackPodcast on Instagram. Also connect with Sarah and Emily on Instagram or TikTok!