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Meet Michael Johnson, the esteemed President of the Michael Literary Team. With a dedication to literary excellence and a vision for fostering creativity, Michael leads our organization to empower emerging voices in the literary world. His extensive knowledge and passion for the craft make him a cornerstone of our team's success.

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Gavin Westbrook serves as the Director, providing strategic leadership and innovative direction to drive the team's success and achieve organizational goals.

As a book marketing strategist, I partner with authors to ensure their stories reach the readers they were written for. I work alongside talented creatives and publishing professionals, blending strategic promotion, audience targeting, and compelling visual storytelling to elevate each book’s presence across Goodreads, Amazon, BookTok, and beyond. From enhancing discoverability through strategic Goodreads Listopia placements, optimizing Amazon pages for maximum conversions, to creating scroll-stopping cinematic book videos and viral social content, my focus is on building visibility, credibility, and genuine engagement for every title. Every author I work with has a story worth sharing, and I am passionate about connecting that story with the audience that will truly appreciate it. Whether it’s a heartwarming memoir, a gripping thriller, or an imaginative fantasy, I help books not just find readers—but create fans who become advocates.

Daniel Justin is honored to serve as a Partner on the Michael Literary Team. He embodies a spirit of collaboration and professionalism, striving to support our authors' journeys to success with thoughtful strategy and guidance. His steadfast dedication to creating impactful literary works makes him an essential part of our organization.

Lauryn is a key member of the Michael Literary Team, supporting clients and colleagues with precise coordination and a strong editorial eye. With a detail-driven approach to communication and scheduling, she helps keep submissions, follow-ups, and day-to-day operations moving smoothly. Lauryn is known for her professionalism, responsiveness, and commitment to delivering a seamless experience for authors and partners alike.

Amelie Schubert is honored to serve as a Partner on the Michael Literary Team. She brings a strong spirit of collaboration and professionalism to her role, working closely with authors to support their journeys toward success through thoughtful strategy and insightful guidance. Her unwavering commitment to developing meaningful and impactful literary works makes her an invaluable member of our organization.

Janice is a dedicated author-focused visibility expert who works in strategic partnership with authors and Michael literary teams to enhance book exposure, strengthen market presence, expand reader engagement, and support long-term promotional success through targeted visibility strategies.

Catherine Kelly is a Partner at Michael Literary Team, where she works closely with authors to shape distinctive projects and bring them to market with clarity and intent. Known for her sharp editorial eye and direct, collaborative style, she helps writers refine their work, position it effectively, and navigate each stage of the publishing process with confidence.