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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Witney S.

Witney S.

Sep, 2024

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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.
John K.

John K.

Feb, 2025

I really appreciated Chris's comments. They were most helpful.
ted R.

ted R.

Feb, 2025

Great service and great communication throughout. I will definitely be working with Chris again. Highly recommend.
Alex S.

Alex S.

Jan, 2025

My collaboration with Chris was very productive. He brought up points I had not even considered, and he had interesting explanations for the changes he recommended. I would certainly recommend him to anyone looking for a query review.
Peter C.

Peter C.

Jan, 2025

Chris was great to work with. He was the most responsive of all the editors that I had communicated with, offering prompt and accurate information. The work he did on my manuscript was both encouraging and critically-minded, which is an important but difficult balance to strike. I knew that I had work to do on my story, but also felt affirmed in that there was something worth working on. I have...
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