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 104 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.
Robert R.

Robert R.

Oct, 2026

This was my second collaboration with Chris, and the experience was even better than the first. I applied the feedback from his editorial assessment of my first novel to improve the storyline, structure, and pacing of my second. As a result, his second assessment focused less on major structural ...
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Richard D.

Richard D.

Oct, 2026

Chris was great. He read the book carefully and offered sharp insight on a few directions I could take it. Having someone sit with your story and ask the questions that make you rethink it is invaluable. Our video call especially helped me clarify what I want the book’s message to be. Thank you, ...
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Larry T.

Larry T.

Sep, 2026

Great guy that really knows his stuff!
Michael T. A.

Michael T. A.

Sep, 2026

I had a wonderful experience working with Chris on this project. His developmental notes were detailed, insightful, and helped take my novel to a new level. My experience working with Chris exceeded my expectations. I can't wait to work with him on my next book!

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