Literary agency Verve announced that it has signed self‑published author Quan Millz for representation, a move that aims to broaden the writer’s reach across books, film, television and other media platforms.
Millz, who rose to prominence through the BookTok community on TikTok, has independently published more than 70 titles and built a multimillion‑dollar business outside the traditional publishing system.
BookTok, a subculture of the short‑form video app TikTok, has become a powerful driver of book sales, propelling titles to bestseller lists and creating new opportunities for authors who can capture its viral audience.
According to Verve, the agency will work with Millz to expand his catalog and audience, leveraging the author’s existing fan base to explore adaptations for film and television as well as other cross‑media projects.
The signing reflects a broader industry trend of literary agencies courting successful self‑published writers, recognizing the commercial potential of authors who have already proven they can generate substantial sales and a dedicated following without traditional publishing support.
<small>Source: Variety — read the original story there.</small>
