About amanda
Amanda works as a literary agent with the nonfiction division of High Line Literary Collective. While building her own list of non-fiction clients, Amanda also assists with publicity services for all of the agency’s nonfiction clients.
Amanda has worked on a variety of book projects ranging from cookbooks, design, art, wellness, lifestyle and narrative non-fiction. Her background and experience in publicity and content creation lend to creating strategic and effective promotional plans for literary clients. She believes her work as an agent does not end with the sale of a book, but is invested in the clients whole publishing and brand building journey.
Her first book, The Modern Bohemian Table, came out in 2020 and was distributed by PRH. Her book and work has been featured in Martha Stewart Living, SAVEUR, bon appetit, BARRON’S, and Food and Wine.
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Amanda Bernardi comes to publishing after twelve years in publicity and branding. Her studies and experiences continue to influence her reading tastes and she treats each project with great care.
Publishing Experience
High Line Literary Collective, Literary Agency
Paper Over Board, Literary Agency
Masie & McQuilkin, Literary Agency
Guernica Magazine, Literary Magazine
Tin House, Publisher
vandal magazine, Literary Magazine
Publicity & Communications Experience
Freelance Content and Publicity Strategist for clients:
Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation | Chevy | Hersheys | Skullcandy | Lovely Bride | TiVo | Denver Health | Greenpeace | SEIU | Senator Irene Aguilar | Rachio | Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment | University of Colorado | Brandfolder | Born Guitars | Colorado Cancer Coalition | a&be bridal shops and many, many more.
Press in such outlets as:
The New York Times, BARRONS, bon appetit, apartment therapy, CondeNast Traveler, Food & Wine, Martha Stewart Living, BRIDES, Martha Stewart Weddings, SAVEUR, Sunset Magazine, and many state/local publications.
Education
University of Colorado
Graduate Work in Social Science
2012-2014
University of California Berkeley
Graduate Certificate in Editing
2021
Texas A&M University
BA in Creative Writing
2004-2008
Reporter for The Battalion
co-founder of literary magazine
Student Government Chair
Alpha Chi Omega Sorority
Other Roles
Amanda has also worked as:
—Prop stylist for editorial and book work.
—Owner of a prop rental company that serviced photo shoots, events, & home stagings.
—Vendor selling and stocking vintage furniture & decor booths at antique malls.
—Vendor selling her art, upholstered furniture, and homemade goods at fairs & festivals.
follow Amanda on instagram @amandabernardibooks