Liv Maidment

Head of Books at the Madeleine Milburn Literary Agency who represents literary, upmarket and book-club fiction and has brokered major UK and North American deals; guest on this episode to explain how agents read, evaluate and champion submissions.

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Oct 16, 2025 • 55min

#164: Liv Maidment — A Literary Agent’s Playbook for Writers: Query Smart, Pick Comps, Nail the Pitch & Synopsis, and Today’s Market

Liv Maidment, Head of Books at the Madeleine Milburn Literary Agency, shares her insights into the world of literary agents. She discusses the art of crafting compelling elevator pitches and the importance of strategic comp titles. Liv breaks down the difference between blurbs and synopses, emphasizing what to include in both. She addresses the evolving submission landscape and the impact of AI in publishing. Plus, she offers advice on author bios and market trends, revealing how ambition plays into long-term success for writers.

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