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After nearly two decades of interaction with authors, musicians, and dignitaries in the arenas of publishing, international media, large scale events, and agricultural endeavors, Terrie founded AKA (Also Known As) Literary Management (AKALM) in 2009. A full member of the Association of American Literary Agents (AALA), recipient of the ACFW Agent of the Year Award, and a Writer’s Digest “Top 20” Agent, Terrie has sold rights in over forty territories and thirty languages and works with authors at all stages of the writing journey.

Always on the lookout for works that intrigue, enthrall, and impact, Terrie craves fiction comprised of memorable characters, universal themes, and discussion-worthy concepts. Nonfiction interests surround a message – regardless of the subject – of obtainable and relatable inspiration for readers across the road or across the globe. On the children’s side, it’s all about fun, non-confrontational, read-it-again picture books, middle grade capers, adventures, and socially conscious works, and YA that involves compassionate significance, authenticity, and the occasional spine-tingling mystery.

Genres (primarily) represented include:

Fiction:

– Book club-by

– Crime (mystery, suspense, and thriller)

– Historical

– Inspirational

– Women’s Fiction

– Romance

Nonfiction:

– Cookery and food (celebrations, regional cuisine, enticing )

– Home Arts and Lifestyle (creative crafting, fiber arts)

– Inspirational (not so much religious as encouraging and redemptive)

– Pop Culture (celebrity, gift books, music)

A few of Terrie’s clients: J.D. Barker (Behind a Closed Door, 2024), Byron Graves (Rez Ball, 2023), Margaret Mizushima (Timber Creek K-9 series, 2015 – 2025), Maria Shriver (Color Your Mind, 2017), and Brian Tracey’s sole works and those co-authored with Jeff Ayers, writing as J.B. Abbott (The Jigsaw Puzzle Cozy Mystery series, book one: 2026).