Storywise

Storywise is a matching platform for the publishing industry. It takes the guesswork out of submissions by using AI to analyze manuscripts and connect authors with publishers and agents who are actively looking for work like theirs. On one side, authors upload their polished manuscript and get it in front of relevant industry professionals. On the other, publishers and agents can discover new talent based on their specific wishlists and editorial needs.

The tool works through two dedicated portals: one for authors and one for publishers/agents. Authors use Storywise to put their manuscript in front of the most suitable contacts, while publishers can analyze submissions and get recommendations that match their criteria. The AI seems to do the heavy lifting of understanding both the manuscript's content and the publisher's preferences — no more blanket submissions or sifting through piles of irrelevant queries. It's a focused, time-saving approach to what's traditionally a very manual and often frustrating process.

This is most useful for debut and midlist authors who struggle to find the right publisher or agent, and for small-to-mid-size publishers who want to efficiently discover fresh voices without drowning in submissions. It's also a practical tool for literary agents looking to build their client list. If you're tired of sending your manuscript into a black hole or wasting hours on submissions that aren't a fit, Storywise offers a smarter way in.