For many great authors and writers around the world, their stories begin with a surge into the unknown. That surge is not just creative, it is geographical. It’s the move from a cafe in Paris, or a university dorm in Toronto, to a book signing in New York, or a literary festival in Miami. However, between your manuscript and your American dream stands one paramount chapter: immigration law. That’s where Wildes and Weinberg comes in.
For decades, we have guided international creatives through the complex path to the United States. We believe that behind every visa application is not just paperwork, but a story waiting to be heard.
For literary professionals, one of the most attractive and common options is the O-1 visa, which is designed for individual’s with extraordinary abilities. This visa is ideal for authors who have published books, or widely read articles, received media or press recognition, have been invited to speak or collaborate in the U.S., or built a significant readership or following. The O-1 visa has no strict annual caps, making it a flexible option for talented authors to live and work in the United States while pursuing their creative careers. Though the criteria may seem challenging, with the right legal strategy, you can turn your books, readership, and nominations into a captivating immigration case.
Many of the most celebrated authors in the United States started off as immigrants with a vision, a notebook, and a complex visa process standing in their way. From award winning novelists to rising digital authors, the U.S. literary setting has forever been influenced by international voices. That’s why experienced immigration counsel is essential. At Wildes and Weinberg, we are known for representing world-class talent across these industries. We understand the unique path of writers, the urgency of book tours, deadlines, and the importance of protecting your ability to create and earn in the United States.
Your stories voyage around the world, and we make sure you can too.
If you have any questions regarding your eligibility to enter the United States or anything related to U.S. immigration law, please do not hesitate to contact josh@wildeslaw.com.
Special thanks to Malika Qaza (intern).