Abi Pollokoff - Editor
Passionate about bringing your best words to life. Specialities in nonfiction (history, cooking, etc.) and children's. 8+ yrs experience.
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Overview
I've been working with words for nearly a decade... but I've been a reader much longer than that. I have a BA in English, French, and Italian and an MFA in poetry, and I cut my teeth at Pelican Publishing (Gretna, LA), one of the largest trade publishers in the South. I've since edited both freelance and professionally across diverse genres.
A bit about my editorial approach: My goal as an editor—no matter where in the process—is to ensure that the reading experience is the best it can be. By making sure the language is consistent and understandable, I can help you hone in on the best way to communicate your meaning and connect with your readers. That means supporting and sharpening your voice—not advocating for my own. I stay positive, productive, and professional across the working experience.
A bit about my editorial approach: My goal as an editor—no matter where in the process—is to ensure that the reading experience is the best it can be. By making sure the language is consistent and understandable, I can help you hone in on the best way to communicate your meaning and connect with your readers. That means supporting and sharpening your voice—not advocating for my own. I stay positive, productive, and professional across the working experience.
Languages
English (US)
Non-Fiction
Biographies & Memoirs
Children’s Non-Fiction
Cooking, Food, Wine, & Spirits
History
Photography
Travel
Fiction
Picture Books
Poetry
Awards
- SCWBI Crystal Kite Award
- Louisiana Literary Award, Louisiana Library Association
- Silver in general nonfiction, Florida Book Awards
Work experience
Managing Editor
Poetry Northwest Editions
March, 2019
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Present
(over 2 years)
Freelance Editor
Self
June, 2016
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Present
(about 5 years)
Associate Editor
Pelican Publishing
May, 2012
–
June, 2014
(about 2 years)
Portfolio (19 selected works)
Not the Met
Janel Halpern, Harvey Appelbaum
Peek into some of New York City's other museums. Travel to museums and experience exhibits through the authors' eyes with this informative vignettes. Readers will enjoy having a profile of the city's art community in the palms of their hands. Eighty-one museums are featured along with photographs, directions, helpful tips, and the authors' impressions. From the Museum of American Illustration ... read more
Earhart Enigma, The: Retracing Amelia's Last Flight
Horner, Dave, Reuther, Ronald
In a While, Crocodile: New Orleans Slow Cooker Recipes
Kononchek, Patrice, Keller, Lauren, Palumbo, Michael
The Complete Guide to Northern Gulf Seafood
Bailey, Tom, Ward, Celeste
THE HAUNTING OF CAPE COD AND THE ISLANDS
Sillery, Barbara
New Orleans Homes at Christmas
Warren, Bonnie, Laborde, Peggy, Gerber, Cheryl
Chester Nimitz and the Sea
Sutcliffe, Jane, Kodera, Craig
Cool Kids Cook: Fresh and Fit
Eliana, Kid, De Las Casas, Dianne, Lisette, Soleil
When Not Performing
Spielman, David, Lyon, Fred
The Boy Who Wouldn't Read
McConduit, Denise, Harrington, David
All Its Charms (American Poets Continuum (171))
Kuipers, Keetje
The Boy and the Dragon
Ode, Eric, Harris, Jim
Scandinavian Classic Desserts (Classic Recipes Series)
Sinclair, Pat, Butkowski, Joel, Ojakangas, Beatrice
Beautiful Crescent: A History of New Orleans
Garvey, Joan, Widmer, Mary Lou, Spiess, Kathy, Chappetta, Karen, Molony, Jane
Theorem
Bradfield, Elizabeth, Contro, Antonia
RaceLens: Vintage Thoroughbred Racing Images
Von Borries, Philip, Mooney, Bill
How the West Was Drawn: Women's Art
Osmundson, Linda
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Communication & Punctuality
Abi went way above and beyond my expectations! She was extremely communicative and detailed in her approach, and her analysis of my character development revealed a major flaw with the story that now can be corrected. Her work was worth everything I paid and more. I cannot offer a higher recommendation for anyone looking for a solid children’s story editor. Thank you Abi!
Christian Bergthold, November 2020
Reply from Abi Pollokoff
Abi did an excellent job throughout her edit of my manuscript. She had good attention to detail, helpful comments, and was available for followup questions. She provided an overview of her methods and stuck to them.
Andy Loch, October 2020
Reply from Abi Pollokoff
Abi is a fantastic editor! Very kind and professional, while also being very educational and helpful when it comes to whatever writing you are trying to improve. Her notes did not take away from my voice as a poet, only caused me to think more critically on the formation of the poem from start to finish which allowed my poems to grow and improve. Highly recommend!
Erikka Leazer, October 2020
Reply from Abi Pollokoff
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