Erika Niven is a publishing strategist and literary agent. She began her career in the book department of William Morris Endeavor, where she had the privilege of working with a distinguished roster of bestselling authors including Oprah Winfrey, Jeannette Walls, Arianna Huffington, Brené Brown, and Sheryl Sandberg. As Director of Author Strategy, she collaborates closely with agents and publishers to amplify authors’ voices, develop strategic publishing paths, and ensure their publishing goals are not only met but exceeded. Erika helps authors identify the right representation for their work and serves as a hands-on partner throughout the publishing process, guiding projects from proposal to publication. She also oversees partnerships at KAA, where she builds and manages strategic relationships to expand opportunities for authors and their work. Her unwavering commitment to supporting authors makes her a trusted and invaluable ally for writers seeking to navigate the publishing industry successfully.

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