GEMMA PAYNTER is an associate agent at P.S. Literary Agency. She holds a BA in Philosophy and a postgrad in Publishing. After over a decade working in marketing and strategy, she moved into publishing with Harlequin, working across strategy, acquisition, and promotion for both trade and category romance. As an agent, she brings a sharp eye for audience development, emerging trends, and the cultural undercurrents that shape what resonates, often before it fully breaks through. She is passionate about helping authors thrive and positioning their work for long-term success.