Updated April 2025
OptionAvenue is a full-service Hollywood literary agency dedicated to helping independent authors and screenwriters adapt their work for film, television, and streaming platforms. We provide hands-on representation, develop professional pitch materials, and connect our clients directly with producers, directors, and entertainment executives through targeted outreach.
Our goal is simple: Get our authors adapted.
We’ve moved beyond listings and are now focused on building a curated roster of serious writers whose stories deserve to be seen.
We represent:
Independent authors with completed books (published or unpublished)
Screenwriters with original scripts or adaptations
Writer-directors with IP looking for development and industry access
All clients are represented under our Literary Agent Service. We no longer offer free listings or submission portals.
Authors pay $95/month for professional representation. This includes:
Development of logline, synopsis, and industry-grade coverage
Author profile on our Clients page and individual profile page
Direct pitching to producers, reps, and publishers (you’re CC’d on outreach)
Access to free custom movie posters
50% off AI-powered Spec Films (produced by our partner, CinemaMachina.com)
Strategic IP development and franchise support
We read every manuscript and collaborate with each client to develop a strong, customized adaptation strategy.
Yes—10% commission on any publishing, licensing, or adaptation deals we help secure.
If you secure a deal before our outreach begins, we do not take commission on that project.
We also credit your monthly payments back toward that 10% commission once a deal is closed.
Yes, upon signing up, we ask each author to:
Email us a PDF of your manuscript
Send a headshot and short author bio
Mail a signed copy of your book to our office for meetings with producers
Mailing address:
OptionAvenue
Attn: Kayla Bramante
26565 Agoura Road, Suite 200
Calabasas, CA 91302
Yes—your representation covers up to two books or one full series under one author profile.
We create AI-enhanced cinematic trailers that serve as visual proof-of-concept for your book or script. These 2-5 minute videos are designed for producer pitches, industry outreach, and marketing campaigns.
OptionAvenue clients receive 50% off Spec Films and a free custom movie poster.
Yes. We work with:
Unpublished authors with screen-adaptable material
Traditionally published authors (if you retain your film/TV rights)
Indie authors with a track record or strong concept
Our current focus is primarily on film and television adaptation. However, we will support select publishing submissions for authors with crossover potential, or in cases where a publishing deal supports adaptation efforts.
We assist our clients in setting standard industry terms for adaptation offers, including:
Option Fee: Often $1 to open dialogue with producers
Exercise Fee: Typically $2,500–$25,000+
Net Profit Participation: 2%–5% (negotiated)
Screen Credit: We help ensure you are properly credited as the author/IP creator
For legal negotiations, we recommend consulting an entertainment attorney.
We never share full manuscripts publicly
All materials are shared only with vetted producers or reps
You maintain full control of your rights at all times
All AI films or posters created through OptionAvenue are yours to keep (if paid for)
We are not a listing platform. We are a literary agency actively representing writers. We pitch, develop, and promote your work to decision-makers in entertainment—with real industry access, visual support, and producer engagement.
If you’re ready to be represented, sign up here:
https://buy.stripe.com/dR64gqei9dUl3Is14p
Once you’re enrolled, we’ll onboard you immediately and begin building your materials and outreach plan.
Email us at: [email protected]
Visit: www.optionavenue.com/clients
Let’s take your story from page to screen.
Copyright 2024-2025 – OptionAvenue, LLC
26565 Agoura Road, Suite 200, Calabasas, CA 91302
