Category: International rights

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This is the Simplified Chinese edition of the adorable children’s book “Shadowfish” by accomplished artist, Elisabeth Longridge. It will soon be coming to bookstores!

Sometimes the world can seem like a big scary place. Especially to small things.

“Shadowfish” is a heartwarming and empowering story about a little fish who finds a friend. With the confidence this brings, he achieves things he would never have had the courage to do on his own. But when he realizes the true nature of his friend he understands that he has always been much braver than he thought and that things aren’t always as scary as they seem.

This story inspires children to develop confidence to realize their own potential. We are all braver, stronger and capable of achieving much more than we think. It is an excellent tool for parents and educators to teach children about social skills and self-empowerment.

Worldwide rights available except German, Simplified Chinese and Korean. Publishers interested to know about the rights availability, please get in touch with us.

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Monetizing Unutilized Publishing Rights with Montse Cortazar Literary Agency

Key Points:

Unmonetized Rights: A significant portion of publishers’ catalogs remain unmonetized, similar to how second homes often sit unused.

Publishers have on average more than half of their catalog non-monetized, meaning that publishers are only able to monetize the rights that they own in 50% of the cases.

Opportunity: In challenging economic times, maximizing existing assets like international rights is crucial for revenue growth.

In these tough times, it is more important than ever to sweat all your assets to generate cash.

Montse Cortazar Literary Agency: Specializes in licensing books in over 40 languages/territories across diverse global markets. The agency focuses on best-selling books in various genres, including:

Non-Fiction (Business, Spirituality, etc.)
Inspirational Fiction
Commercial Fiction (Thrillers, Historical, etc.)
Illustrated Children’s Books and Young Adult

Success-Based Model:

Completely success-based model. A publisher only pays if it makes money.

Benefits For Publishers:

Grow revenue significantly with zero investment or risk
Identify the right publishing houses internationally for each book
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Crack the Code: International Publishing with Montse Cortazar Literary Agency

This podcast discusses our agency and its success in helping authors achieve international publishing deals. The conversation features testimonials from authors who praise the agency’s speed, global network, and ability to secure lucrative contracts.

It also includes a Q&A, covering topics such as crafting effective book pitches, understanding royalties, and recognizing legitimate publishers.

Furthermore, the podcast explores the agency’s selection criteria for authors, emphasizing the importance of a proven track record and a strong author platform.

Finally, it advises aspiring authors on avoiding common pitfalls, such as underestimating the business aspects of publishing.

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The Spanish bestseller “The man who was afraid to live” by Miguel Angel Montero is now available in Croatian!

★★★★★ “The man who was afraid to live” is a bestseller in Spain (28th reprint). It has sold over 60,000 copies in Spanish alone and has received 3,700 positive reviews on Amazon.es.

★★★★★ Discover the emotional and inspiring story that has touched the heart of thousands of readers. Its style and genre reminds us of Don Miguel Ruiz, Robin Sharma and Paulo Coelho’s works.

Imagine being the master of your own mind and emotions, having a sense of wonder about everything you experience and living an epic life.

This is a story about a man named Marcos who is afraid of living. Through happenstance, he meets a Quechuan sage who guides him on a beautiful journey of self-discovery and his life would never be the same. It is through this pilgrimage (El Camino de Santiago) that he understands that despite of life’s hardships there are multiple blessings in our path.

What readers are saying:

★★★★★ “A lesson in reinventing yourself and keeping in mind what’s really important”

★★★★★ “It hooks you from the first pages and you never want it to end”.

★★★★★ “A wonderful book, one of those that are difficult to forget.”

★★★★★ “Thank you for giving hope with this masterpiece.”

★★★★★ “I cried with gratitude with this book.”

Worldwide rights available except Spanish (world), Russian, French (world), Serbian, Bulgarian, Croatian, Polish, Portuguese (Portugal), and Italian. Publishers interested to know about the rights availability, please get in touch with us.

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The bestseller “My Magical Dreams” by Becky Cummings is now available in Spanish!

“The Magic of Me” series teaches children their words have power and how they speak about themselves is important!

This series is on the global top selling charts on Amazon consistently (#1 Best Seller in over 3 Amazon categories). The series has received over 12,000 5 Star Amazon Reviews.

The author has sold over 300.000 copies of her books in English alone.

What readers are saying:

★★★★★ “So, I was shocked by the illustrations – so detailed – and the colors are so vibrant. I love how the author included representation for many kids. This is so important! Visibility and inclusion! I didn’t think I would like the rhyming, but it gave the story kind of a… positive flow to go along with the messages.”

★★★★★ ”This book is so beautiful. The illustrations, the narrative, so sweet and powerful, I loved reading it and my 4 month old was so enchanted by the pictures, this is one of the best reading books I have ever seen, every child should have one!”

★★★★★”Read this to my 6-yr-old nephew to teach him that he has the “magic” to decide how he is going to behave. Associating “magic” with their decision-making ability is a fun way to teach children they have the power to decide how they choose to react or behave.”

Publishers interested to know about the rights availability, please get in touch with our agency.

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The adorable children’s book “I’m a bit different” by Elisabeth Longridge is now available in Simplified Chinese!

Everyone knows that snowflakes are all different. Each one is unique and no two are the same. Just like people. But aren’t they all made of the same stuff really?

These two little snowflakes go on a journey to find a matching snowflake. One snowflake is not convinced that there is such a thing and the search continues. Eventually it takes the intervention of the sun to make them realise they are more similar than they thought.

“I’m a bit different” is a beautiful picture book for 4-7 year old readers and is a great message for children, especially in a world with so much unfairness and inequality. We are all different and unique, but we are all the same underneath.

This is an original illustrated book for children by an accomplished author-illustrator whose previous books have been successfully licensed in multiple markets such as Germany, Brazil and Korea. It is an excellent tool for parents and educators to teach children about social skills and self-empowerment.

Publishers interested to know about the rights availability, please get in touch with our agency.

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“Money Management for Young Adults” by Luke Villermin is now available in Thai!

Prepare to become a sharp-shooting budgeter, resolute saver, and top-tier investor on the path to financial freedom.

Whether you are just entering the workforce or have been earning an income for a while, “Money Management for Young Adults” is your comprehensive guide to smart money decisions. In this book, you will:

  • Learn how to start investing ASAP. Multiply your money, not your worries.
  • Bid farewell to student loans, credit card debt, and other financial foes.
  • Turn your rainy days into sunshine with saving strategies for emergencies and retirement.
  • Gain confidence in your money decisions. Follow an easy-to-use road map to get the most from each paycheck.

Luke Villermin opened a retirement account and started investing in the stock market at fifteen years old. His only regret…he didn’t start earlier. Since then, he has become the best-selling author of the Invest Now Play Later series and has shared his investing knowledge on multiple podcasts and interviews.

What readers are saying:

★★★★★ “Luke Villermin writes and efficient, relatable, and savvy book about how to invest when you’re young so that your future is easier. Money Management for Young Adults (MMYA), is the book that young people need to read in order to be successful. The financial world has a lot of terms that are floated around in professional talk, and this book becomes a dictionary for those terms. If the theme of this book is to invest early and reap the rewards now, then you should read this book as soon as possible to start your journey on becoming a millionaire!”

★★★★★ “I read this book with my son. It was a great and easy to follow book. It gave a strong foundation of knowledge and got my son thinking about his financial future with practical steps he could take now. This is a great book for young adults. Grab your copy today or buy one for the young adult in your life.”

Publishers interested to know about the rights availability, please get in touch with our agency.

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The second book in the international bestselling Mr. Murray McBride series, “The Final Wish of Mr. Murray McBride”, by Joe Siple is now available in Spanish!

★★★★★ From award-winning and USA Today bestselling author Joe Siple.

★★★★★ This heartwarming coming-of-age novel is perfect for fans of Fredrik Backman’s “A Man Called Ove” and Robert Dugoni’s “The Extraordinary Life of Sam Hell”.

In the second book in the international bestselling Mr. Murray McBride series, the path to finding future happiness might just be paved in the lessons of the past… Jason Cashman has reached the goal he spent the last twenty years seeking: raising a million dollars for charity. But instead of feeling content, he now feels empty. What comes next? When he meets Alexandra Lopez—a determined ten-year-old girl facing deportation and uncertainty—he is inspired by his old friend, Murray McBride, to help her fulfill five wishes before she must leave.

Jason and Alexandra set out to check off as many of her wishes as possible, but when Jason’s transplanted heart begins to fail, he must choose between his obligations to the past and his hope for a future.

100-year-old Murray McBride finds new meaning in life and starts a positive butterfly effect on the lives of those around him, in this series about coming of age, friendship, and purpose.

What readers are saying:

★★★★★ “I loved this series so much! I felt like I was a part of the friendship. Beautifully written and truly heartwarming!!”

★★★★★ “This is the third Joe Siple book I’ve read and I LOVED it too! His books have real heart. These are stories you really have to hunt down and leave you completely satisfied at the end. I recommend them to everyone whether they ask or not. Six stars should be given.”

★★★★★ “Tears are still in the corners of my eyes. This is an incredible story, very well told. I strongly recommend reading it. It may give you the peace I have found in it as well.”

Publishers interested to know about the rights availability, please get in touch with our agency.

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“Three balloons” by Elisabeth Longridge is now available in Simplified Chinese.

Everyone has a dream, but not everyone believes. Bea has big dreams and she is determined to make this particular dream come true. It is not easy and there are obstacles to overcome. Opportunities present themselves and she makes the most of them to reach her goals.

“Three balloons” is an inspirational story for all children to dream big and believe in themselves.

This is an original illustrated book for children by an accomplished author-illustrator whose previous books have been successfully licensed in multiple markets such as Korea, Germany and Brazil. It is an excellent tool for parents and educators to teach children about social skills and self-empowerment.

Publishers interested to know about the rights availability, please get in touch with our agency.

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HarperCollins Español (Spanish) edition of “Leigh Howard and the Ghosts of Simmons-Pierce Manor” by Shawn M. Warner is now available for the North American and Mexican markets!

★★★★★ The #1 Amazon Charts Bestseller, Top Ranked book in the world, and TikTok Famous with millions of views.

Leigh’s life has been ripped apart. Orphaned, she goes to live with incredibly wealthy relatives she never knew she had. Struggling to fit into her new world, she can’t let go of her grief. When the police tell her the investigation into her parents’ murder has hit a brick wall, she knows the only way she will ever know peace is to solve the mystery herself. With new family and friends, which includes a ghost with multiple personality issues, Leigh risks everything to find her answers.

What readers are saying:

★★★★★ “TikTok made me read this. Truth be told that is how I found this book! It was a great read, the characters interesting and intriguing, the premise got my attention and the writing and flow of the story kept me engaged. A mystery within a mystery that includes supernatural is always a win for me! Definitely recommend.”

★★★★★ “What an awesome story. The author keeps you engaged to the book and the flow is amazing.”

★★★★★ “First book I pick where I can’t put down! A great ready for someone who’s into mysteries!”

★★★★★ “A talent who deserves to be on every book shelf, amazing book, amazing author. BRAVO!!”

Worldwide rights are available except in English (world), Slovak, Czech, Italian, Bulgarian, Russian, Portuguese (Portugal), Ukrainian, Spanish (world), Polish, and Hungarian. Publishers interested to know about the rights availability, please get in touch with our agency.