One Thing – Literary Edition, asks a simple question of seasoned literary agents – "What is one piece of advice you would give to new authors?" The host is playwright and author Stuart Brown. Information about all his works as well as podcast episodes can be found at StuartJBrown.com/podcast (https://StuartJBrown.com/podcast).
My guest for this episode of "One Thing - Literary Edition" is Lindsey Aduskevich, a Junior Literary Manager for Martin Literary & Media Management. She says having thick skin and staying positive is important for new authors.
15 Apr 2026
6. The Seymour Agency
My guests for this episode of "One Thing - Literary Edition" are Marisa Cleveland and Gaby Cazebut of The Seymour Agency. For Gaby, her “One Thing” is to trust your process. For Marisa, her “One Thing” is that you are the CEO of your life.
25 Mar 2026
5. Jen Nadol
My guest for this episode of "One Thing - Literary Edition" is Jen Nadol, Literary Agent at the Unter Agency. She says that while conflict and tension are necessary ingredients, urgency is the “engine” that truly propels a reader through a story.
4 Mar 2026
4. Kacie Newport
My guest for this episode of "One Thing - Literary Edition" is Kacie Newport, Founder & Talent Manager of BAM Management. She identifies “authenticity” as the single most important factor for success in the arts and entertainment business.
Newport holds the “unpopular opinion” that AI is a valuable tool if used correctly.
"Don’t forget why you got into the business… it’s because we’re makers. We have to make the art, and that’s all it’s really about.”
4 Feb 2026
3. Sandra Proudman
My guest for this episode of "One Thing - Literary Edition" is Sandra Proudman, a literary associate at Galt & Zacker Literary Agency.
She shares the #1 mistake authors make in the query trenches: staying too long. "I see authors query the same project for 5 years... you need to be producing new work."
Key points include:
The 2-Year Rule: When it’s time to pivot.
Market Alignment: Why your next project might be the one that sticks.
Pro Stamina: Preparing for the "book-a-year" pace of the industryabout "Two-Year Rule" and how to build your writing stamina.
Her one big piece of advice is to keep writing and producing new work.
21 Jan 2026
2. Stephanie Cardel
My guest for this episode of "One Thing - Literary Edition" is Stephanie Cardel, the founder of Lighthouse Literary Agency, which represents authors of children's (PB, MG, YA) and adult fiction and non-fiction for both the Christian and secular markets.
She provides a "reality check" for aspiring authors regarding the traditional publishing industry.
7 Jan 2026
1. Amanda Carbonell
My guest for the premier episode of "One Thing - Literary Edition" is Amanda Carbonell, a former Junior Agent at the Belcastro Agency.
Our conversation revolves around the importance of persistence in the literary world. She highlights several reasons including:
Market Fluctuation
The "Right Desk" Principle
Subjectivity of Rejection
A "Pass" is Not "Never"
Personal Experiences with Persistence
We share personal anecdotes to illustrate the necessity of staying in the "trenches."
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