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Public Speaking

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I believe the best speaking engagements are both educational and entertaining. Whether I'm moderating a panel, interviewing an author, delivering a keynote, emceeing an event, or speaking to a room full of writers, my goal is to share meaningful insights while keeping the conversation lively, accessible, and audience-focused. I especially enjoy championing writers and helping audiences connect more deeply with books, publishing, and the creative process. I also regularly speak in academic and professional settings and welcome invitations for select podcast appearances.

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Author Brand Consulting

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Buy the Author Branding 101 Class

$150 for an introductory call

Your book is only part of the story—your author brand helps readers, publishers, and industry professionals understand who you are and why your work matters. During a one-on-one consultation, we'll assess your current positioning, clarify your goals, and develop a roadmap for building a stronger presence in the marketplace. Whether you're just getting started or looking to expand your reach, you'll gain actionable guidance from a publishing professional with 18+ of industry experience.

I also offer a live and pre-recorded Author Branding 101 class.

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WriterFest

I am the Executive Director of WriterFest Nashville, the only annual conference for writers of book, song, and screen. My work through WriterFest is all routed through the WriterFest website.

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STUDIO by WriterFest

At STUDIO by WriterFest, we support writers by providing a la carte editing and publishing services. Need feedback on your fiction manuscript? A copyedit of your work in progress? Help with a pitch or proposal? Ready for marketing copy or webpage support? We’re here for you!

Belmont University

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And I am the director of the undergraduate publishing program at Belmont University, so admissions, academic, or other program-related queries can be routed to me via my Belmont affiliation.

Ami McConnell Literary Agency

Agents at AMLA

As a co-founder of Ami McConnell Literary Agency, I serve my team of agents and author clients. Through the agency we also consult with hybrid and self-published authors, as well as traditional authors who we do not represent.

We offer hybrid publishing  through our bespoke profit-share publishing imprints:

We offer transparent pricing and services.

The agency hosts an annual fundraiser for Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library of Middle TN, A Dolly Good Time, a philanthropic event I cofounded in 2023.