Meet the Team

Ami, Sara, Mary Elizabeth, and Danielle are grateful for the support from their team members.

Madeline Law

JUNIOR AGENT

Madeline Law joined WriterFest in 2024 as Administrative Coordinator, freelancer, and event photographer. She now also manages STUDIO by WriterFest, which offers a la carte editing and publishing services. Madeline graduated from Saint Mary's College in 2023 with a degree in English Literature and Communication Studies, having interned with best-selling author Adriana Trigiani and worked with student writers as both a Writing Tutor and copyeditor for the tri-campus newspaper. She’s returned to working with students as the Academic Advising Assistant in the Mike Curb College of Entertainment and Music Business at Belmont University. In her free time, Madeline enjoys volunteering at her local Nashville Public Library in the Children's section, reading, finding outdoor adventures, reading, and taking boxing classes. Oh, and reading! 

Maddie is not accepting submissions at this time.

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Eden Ayers

AGENCY ADMINISTRATOR

Eden Ayers has worked in publishing, podcasting, and design, and teaches writing as an adjunct professor, and loves helping writers bring their vision to life. She earned her Master’s in English from Auburn University in 2025 after completing her undergraduate degree in English at Belmont. As a writer, Eden has been recognized for both her short-form creative work and her academic writing. She’s drawn to compelling voices and stories that merge both craft and purpose. Eden is also Executive Assistant to literary agent Ami McConnell and Managing Editor of STUDIO by WriterFest, where she helps writers shape their work and send it into the world through à la carte editing and publishing services.

Vi Hendrix

EDITORIAL INTERN

Vi Hendrix is a senior publishing major and French/public relations double minor at Belmont University. As AMLA’s administrative intern, they wear many hats—providing client editorial feedback, crafting pitch materials, and occasionally creating social media content to name a few. Previously, they worked for the Lila D. Bunch Library as a social media content creator. In their free time, they can be found knee-deep in epic fantasy novels, baking for their loved ones, or perusing Google Flights to find their next solo trip destination. Find them on LinkedIn and TikTok!

Carley Martin

EDITORIAL INTERN

Carley Martin is a senior at Belmont University studying the creative and entertainment industries and publishing. Previously, she was the Social Media Coordinator for Belmont Story Review, and she helps local authors with their social media development. In her free time, she loves to read, be with friends, and spend time with her dog, Teddy.

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