Jennie Robertson

Book Scout | Literary Talent Specialist

📍 Thomasville, NC 27360
🌏 Korean-American (Half Korean, Half American)

Professional Summary

Jennie Robertson is a dedicated and perceptive book scout with a strong eye for emerging literary talent and marketable storytelling. Based in North Carolina, she specializes in identifying compelling manuscripts and connecting authors with the right publishers, agents, and media opportunities.

With a bicultural background—half Korean and half American—Jennie brings a unique global perspective to the publishing landscape, allowing her to recognize diverse voices and stories that resonate across cultures.

Core Expertise

• Manuscript Evaluation & Development
• Talent Scouting for Traditional Publishing
• Market Trend Analysis (Fiction & Nonfiction)
• Author-Publisher Matching
• Literary Pitch Development
• Cross-Cultural Storytelling Insights

Professional Experience

Independent Book Scout

North Carolina | 2020 – Present

• Identify high-potential manuscripts for traditional publishers and literary agencies
• Build relationships with authors, agents, and publishing houses
• Provide editorial feedback to strengthen submission readiness
• Track and analyze current publishing trends to guide acquisition strategies

Literary Consultant (Freelance)

2018 – 2020

• Assisted aspiring authors in refining manuscripts and proposals
• Developed query letters and submission packages
• Advised on publishing pathways (traditional vs. independent)

Notable Achievements

• Successfully scouted multiple manuscripts that advanced to publisher review stages
• Built a network of publishing professionals across the U.S. and international markets
• Recognized for identifying culturally rich narratives with commercial appeal

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in English / Creative Writing
University in North Carolina

Cultural & Professional Strengths

• Bilingual or culturally fluent in Korean and American contexts
• Strong sensitivity to multicultural narratives
• Ability to bridge Eastern and Western publishing perspectives
• Passion for elevating underrepresented voices

Selected Projects

• Discovered emerging authors in contemporary fiction and memoir genres
• Assisted in preparing manuscripts for major publishing submissions
• Collaborated with marketing teams to position books for global audiences

Professional Philosophy

Jennie believes that powerful stories transcend borders. Her mission is to champion voices that deserve to be heard and ensure that meaningful, diverse narratives find their place in the global literary market.