Gabriela Taboas – Editor

Author/editor for middle grade, young adult novels, and graphic novels. I specialize in thrillers, horror, and fantasy.

Overview

I worked in Penguin Random House as an editor for brands and of the titles I've edited include Love from Godzilla, Love from Bluey, Pencilmation: The Graphite Novel, and more. I've also edited young adult horror such as Holly Horror and the graphic novel Queens of the Crypt by Dom&Ink. I also freelance for children's fiction and non-fiction, as well as write young adult mystery, fantasy, and horror.

As an editor, I provide developmental edits with authors, brainstorm concepts and plot points. I'm looking for authors who focus on mystery, thrillers, and horror, particularly for middle grade and young adults. I'm adaptable to what each author needs, highlighting their strengths and providing support when they need that extra push to unlock their potential.

Services

Developmental Editing

Fiction

Comics & Graphic Novels Horror Middle Grade Fantasy Young Adult Fantasy

Languages

English (US)

Work experience

Associate Editor, Brands and Licenses

Penguin Random House

Dec, 2020 — Oct, 2024 (almost 4 years)

As editor I was responsible for editing and managing titles for well known brands and licenses from concept to publication. Some of the licenses I've worked on include Bluey, Godzilla, Sonic the Hedgehog, Holly Horror, Natasha Wing's The Night Before, and more. I've worked on a variety of formats for all ages, ranging from board books, picture books, gift books, chapter books, graphic novels, and young adult novels. Some of my works include bestselling titles such as LOVE FROM BLUEY, BLUEY: SLEEPYTIME, and LOVE FROM LLAMA LLAMA. I've edited titles in different genres such as fantasy, horror, and humor.

Freelance Writer

Self-Employed

Aug, 2020 — Present

I freelance under my pen names G.M. King and G.M. Taboas Zayas and have written books for Penguin Random House and Scholastic. Some of my titles include 8x8s and activity books for Dora the Explorer, Gabby's Dollhouse, as well as nonfiction titles including Who HQ: Who is Bad Bunny?