Ann Leslie Tuttle – Editor

As an editor for over twenty years at Harlequin Books (part of Harper Collins) and as a literary agent at Dystel, Goderich & Bourret for over five, I've worked with a number of bestselling and award-winning authors as well as debut fiction and nonfiction writers. As an inquisitive and relatively fast reader, I appreciate encouraging new voices and try to align my detailed feedback with the author's vision and expertise.

I specialize in commercial adult fiction, thrillers, romance, historical fiction, mysteries, Middle Grade and Young Adult, and I do some narrative nonfiction. Stories set in the South hold particular appeal--although I do love reading and learning about new communities across the world.

During the editorial process, I'm especially focused on character development, pacing and plotting issues, voice and dialogue. I'm especially skilled at paring down an overly high word count. In my edits and assessments, I try to provide detailed, encouraging and actionable feedback that is gentle but also comprehensive and straightforward. It's my hope that the editorial process also allows the author to grow in their craft and leaves the writer feeling energized about the current project. I am available after the edit/assessment has been received to answer any questions or do brainstorming. I also am happy to help demystify the publishing process for those new to publishing.

I've always had a love of books and appreciation of the writing process. Prior to entering publishing, I earned my B.A. degree at the College of William and Mary in history and English and an M.A. in history from the University of Virginia. I currently live in New York City.