When Wellington writer Jennifer Trevelyan was trying to get her debut novel published, she thought 'what would a confident person do?'
So she sent it to the world's biggest literary agent.
Felicity Blunt signed it up straight away, sold worldwide publishing rights and organised a major film deal with internationally acclaimed New Zealand film producers Niko Caro and Finola Dwyer.
The novel, A Beautiful Family is described as a coming-of-age tale blended with mystery and suspense and is set during a typical 80s Kiwi bach holiday.
The book has just had its global release, and Jennifer Trevelyan joins Kathryn Ryan.
Author Jennifer Trevelyan Photo: Allen & Unwin
