Senior Literary Agent · Established Practice

KrishaMarie VladymrWilkins.

A literary practice devoted to fostering distinct voices — guiding authors through the architecture of publishing with discernment, patience, and an unwavering belief in the long career.

Based
California · Ukraine
Experience
Thirteen years
Affiliation
Arcade Publishing
Krisha Wilkins — portrait
KW
Curating voices since 2013
XIII
Years in print

A career shaped by conviction in the writers others overlook.

Krisha Wilkins is a distinguished literary professional with over thirteen years of experience in the publishing industry. Originally from Ukraine, she has made significant contributions both as a Senior Literary Agent and as a Senior Author Advisor — a career marked by a deep commitment to fostering literary talent and helping authors navigate the complexities of publishing.

Her strategic approach and deep industry connections have helped clients secure lucrative publishing deals and successful book launches. She continues to build strong relationships with publishers and authors alike, leveraging her experience to navigate an ever-shifting publishing landscape with grace.

She is known for her keen eye for talent and her dedicated approach to client management — building collaborative, long-form relationships with authors and offering strategic guidance throughout the publishing process.

Present · Senior Literary Agent
Arcade Publishing
Representing literary and commercial fiction, narrative non-fiction, and select voices in children's literature.

Currently representing a diverse portfolio that includes several bestselling and critically acclaimed titles, with a continued emphasis on securing publishing deals, film adaptations, and international rights for her authors.

Previously · Senior Literary Agent
Guide Binders
Represented literary and commercial fiction, narrative non-fiction, and select voices in children's literature.

Built and championed a diverse portfolio of bestselling and critically acclaimed titles, securing publishing deals, film adaptations, and international rights for her authors.

Previously · Senior Author Advisor
Authors Press
California — eight formative years guiding writers through self-publication.

Provided comprehensive support to authors — from manuscript preparation to marketing strategy — ensuring that each writer maximized their potential in a competitive and frequently bewildering marketplace.

The literature I am actively seeking.

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Fiction

  • Literary fiction
  • Historical fiction
  • Contemporary fiction
  • Thrillers
  • Speculative fiction
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Non-Fiction

  • Memoir
  • Biography
  • Self-help
  • Personal development
  • Narrative non-fiction
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Children's

  • Picture books
  • Middle grade
  • Young adult fiction
  • Illustrated narratives

Writers whose work has shaped the practice.

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Linda Salerno-Forand

A celebrated voice in healthcare advocacy and personal narrative, whose work "You Have Time to Die and Go Broke" has illuminated the intersections of medicine, finance, and human dignity.

Shining Star Author Award · 2023Insightful Healthcare Advocate · 2023Monument Award · Producer of the Year
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Mark Heim

Celebrated author and international book-tour sensation whose memoir "God Laid His Hands on Me" stands as a testament to the strength of the human spirit and the profound impact of faith.

International Book TourMemoir of the Year, shortlist
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James Thulin & Gloria Maya

Voices from across the catalogue — from speculative fiction to children's literature — each representing the breadth of stories the practice continues to champion.

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A recent catalogue.

A small selection of titles brought to the world through this practice — each a long apprenticeship in patience.

01

Earth Chief

James Thulin
Fiction
02

God Laid His Hand on Me

Mark Heim
Memoir
03

You Have Time to Die and Go Broke

Linda Salerno-Forand
Self-Help
04

The Good and Bad Witch

Gloria Maya
Children's

A record of quiet diligence.

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Negotiated multi-million dollar deals for several top-tier authors.
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Secured major book-to-film adaptation deals with leading studios.
iii.
Member of the Association of Authors' Representatives (AAR).
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Frequent speaker at literary conferences and writing workshops.
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Guided numerous authors to commercial success in self-publication and beyond.
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Facilitated international book rights sales across multiple territories.
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Regular host of workshops and webinars on manuscript development.
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Recognised for an approach grounded in open communication and mutual respect.

The measure of the work is in the writers who lived it.

Representation is a long relationship, not a transaction. The account below is offered in the speaker’s own words, unedited.

Mark HeimAuthor of “God Laid His Hands on Me”
Recorded remotely · Shared with permission
VII · Querying

Submissions are open.

Krisha is presently accepting submissions and eagerly welcomes fresh perspectives and captivating storytelling.

If you wish to submit your work, please prepare the materials outlined opposite and send them by email. Each query is read with care.

Response windowSix to eight weeks · Email preferred
  1. Query Letter

    A succinct introduction of yourself and your manuscript, including relevant background and any writing credentials you may have.

  2. Synopsis

    A concise overview of your manuscript outlining key plot points and character developments.

  3. Sample Pages

    The initial three chapters or the first fifty pages of your manuscript, whichever is shorter.