We recognize that there’s always a leap of faith in working with an editor or manuscript consultant and that it can be quite daunting to subject a creative work to the intense level of scrutiny one can expect in a worthwhile editorial process. A productive author-editor relationship is impossible to achieve without confidence and trust, and we strive to cultivate these qualities at every step of the way with the quality of our work and the professionalism of our staff.

Who We Hire

Our developmental editors are very carefully selected. We look for strong critical faculties, a genuine understanding of today's publishing climate, the ability to be succinct and articulate on complex matters, and the willingness to be completely candid. We expect our editors to be highly skilled writers and thinkers but also willing listeners who critique and advise with due respect and humility for writers' convictions in regard to their own work. The menu at left provides detailed information about all our editors that may be of interest. If you'd like to know more about only those editors who work with a specific type of fiction or nonfiction you can check out our editors by genre listing.

What To Expect

Working with The Editorial Department means having access to a wide range of tastes, backgrounds, and areas of specialization. When an author submits his or her work to us, we carefully select the editor best suited to the project based on its genre, subject matter, and the nature and scope of the editing required. But in the event that a fresh pair of eyes or a different skill set is required, we have a diverse staff of editors who know how to work well in a team context.

Other Considerations

Further information about how we assign manuscripts is available here. Anyone with questions about which editor might be best for you should contact Ross Brown in the Tucson office.