Chris Evans

Chris Evans – Editor

I've worked with New York Times bestsellers in military, history, politics, current conflicts, memoir, sci-fi fantasy, and action thrillers.

Overview

"Working with Chris was an absolute pleasure. My manuscript is far better for it, and so am I as a writer. His insights into writing, as well as the publishing industry, have proved invaluable thus far. I plan on submitting my next book (and those that follow) to Chris." Dan Donato

"Chris was an excellent editor for the whole process. He helped me improve my writing, suggested cuts and additions, and spotted plot problems. He also offered lots of encouragement and positive feedback. I highly recommend him and would definitely use him again." John Winn Miller

I have twenty years' experience in New York City publishing with a focus on history, military history, politics, current affairs and conflicts, memoirs and biographies, as well as fiction including military action thrillers, science fiction, and fantasy. I’ve worked with New York Times bestselling authors including members of Delta Force and the Navy SEALs, Army Rangers made famous in Black Hawk Down, Vietnam veterans including Green Berets, LRRPs, snipers, and a Marine Special Operations commander. I started at Ballantine and Del Rey Books of Random House and went on to create the Stackpole Military History Series with over 200 titles published and over 1,300,000 books in print.

I'm also a published author of both fiction and nonfiction which gives me great insight into the many challenges faced by authors. I've been in your shoes, so I understand, and I'll do my best to help you craft the best book possible.

I have a Masters Degree (with distinction) in History (specializing in Military History), a Combined Honors B.A. in English and History, and an Honors B.A. in Political Science.

Services
Fiction
Action & Adventure Fantasy Historical Fiction Military Science Fiction Technothriller
Non-Fiction
Biographies & Memoirs History Political Science & Current Affairs
Languages
English (US)

Work experience

Random House, Stackpole Books, Skyhorse Publishing, Pen & Sword Books

Sep, 2000 — Present
As an acquisitions editor I've worked with veterans, journalists, writers, and historians to develop their books and tell their story. In the course of my career I've published over 400 titles.

Portfolio

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Razor 03: A Night Stalker’s Wars

Mack, Alan C.

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The Vermont Gambit

Chiger, Larry

Parallel Past Press

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Spirit of the Bayonet

Russ, Ted

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Sacrifice (Spirit of the Bayonet Book 3)

Russ, Ted

Chinook Publishing, LLC

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Odysseus (Spirit of the Bayonet Book 2)

Russ, Ted

Chinook Publishing, LLC

Chris has 78 reviews

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Witney S.

Witney S.

Sep, 2024

Pinned
I loved working with Chris. He was very responsive and quickly understood the help I needed. He also executed the task in a timely manner and his work was top quality. I have since asked him to help me on a second project. I am most appreciative for his edits and suggestions.
DV B.

DV B.

Dec, 2025

Chris is a great resource. I've been struggling with a new character/series and he helped immensely by assuring me the story as well as the characters were solid, and by making valuable suggestions for improvements. He's easy to talk to, and his response rate was good. I'm so glad to have connec...
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Tim K.

Tim K.

Dec, 2025

Appreciated Chris' thorough review and that he was able to do it in a timeline that helped me work on edits ahead of a planned break. Good and thoughtful suggestions that are actionable and will improve the quality of the project.
Matt S.

Matt S.

Dec, 2025

He gave me great feedback and helped my query letter get up to snuff. He did so for a modest price, much lower than anyone else was willing to charge. The only issue I had was that when he sent me the edit of my letter, he asked me what I thought about it. I obliged and even sent a version of the...
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Chris E.
No intent to ghost! Things got hectic over Christmas is all. All the best in your search for an agent. Cheers Chris
Robert M.

Robert M.

Nov, 2025

Chris delivered more than what was expected. Even after the collaboration was over, Chris invited me to send a revised query and he responded back with additional info. His comments were much appreciated.

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