About Jevon Bolden

Literary Agent. Author Coach. Publishing Strategist.

With over 40 publishing deals…

With over 40 publishing deals negotiated in just four years, I help visionary leaders—especially those often overlooked by traditional gatekeepers—write books that move culture and multiply their impact.

As the founder and CEO of Embolden Media Group, I represent authors with bold ideas and powerful stories. Since launching the agency, our work has placed us among the top 10 literary agencies on Publisher’s Marketplace in several key nonfiction categories, including:

#2 Nonfiction: Lifestyle

#5 Nonfiction: Religion/Spirituality

#6 Children's: Young Adult Nonfiction

These rankings represent not just numbers, but the trust placed in us by high-capacity, faith-led writers—and the meaningful results we’ve created together.

My Path Here

My publishing career began in editorial rooms—first as a copyeditor, then as a senior editor managing an imprint and leading author relationships. This is where I discovered the power of words to shift thinking, inspire movement, and deepen faith. But I also saw who got invited into those spaces—and who didn’t.

That tension eventually gave birth to Embolden Media Group—a place where both excellence and equity could live side by side. A space where authors of color, women writers, and thought leaders from underrepresented communities could receive the kind of strategy, support, and industry insight typically reserved for insiders.

Over the years, I’ve worked as an editor, collaborator, and now literary agent, guiding authors from from raw concept to contract, from idea to impact, and from obscurity to the New York Times bestseller list.

This isn’t just what I do.
It’s a calling I’m honored to carry.

Who I Serve

I partner with high-capacity leaders, faith-led creatives, and culture-shaping experts who are ready to turn their message into a meaningful book.

My clients are often:

Pastors, therapists, coaches, or community leaders
Deeply committed to their faith and cultural fluency
Building platforms in mental health, social impact, leadership, or spiritual formation
Driven by a sense of calling—not just content

Whether they’re writing their first book or refining a second or third, they come with big ideas, rich experience, and a desire to write with clarity and impact.

I bring publishing strategy, creative insight, and deep listening to help them find the best path forward—whether that’s through author coaching, proposal development, or literary representation.

What Guides My Work

Publishing is a sacred intersection of calling, clarity, and craft. The values below shape every part of how I serve authors and support their work.

Discernment Over Hype

Every book has a season. I help authors identify the right time, message, and strategy—not just what’s trending, but what’s timeless and true to their assignment.

Clarity and Confidence

Whether you’re still forming your idea or preparing for a book deal, my job is to help you get clear—and feel empowered—every step of the way.

Excellence and Integrity

I care deeply about the work—but even more about how the work is done. That means thoughtful communication, clean systems, and results that reflect purpose, not pressure.

Community Over Competition

You don’t have to figure this out alone. I create spaces where writers feel seen, supported, and celebrated—for the work they’re doing and the stories they carry.

Equity and Access

Publishing has long privileged a narrow set of voices. I champion writers of color and underrepresented communities—equipping them to show up fully and be heard.

How Can I Support You?

Whether you're ready to write, refine your proposal, or simply need clarity on where to begin, I'd love to support your next faithful step.

Explore how we can work together, and let’s create something lasting—something true to who you are and what you carry.

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“A firebrand for diversity and inclusion”
—Faithfully Magazine

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