Overview
I'm passionate about great storytelling and have eleven years of experience editing novels, including instant bestseller, THEY WISH THEY WERE US by Cosmopolitan Op-ed Editor Jessica Goodman, A TASTE FOR LOVE by Jennifer Yen, the acclaimed WAR GIRLS by Tochi Onyebuchi, THE SECOND LIFE OF AVA RIVERS, which received three starred reviews, THE WIDE STARLIGHT by Nicole Lesperance, SCREEN QUEENS by Lori Goldstein, THE HAUNTED by Danielle Vega, and many more.
When I'm not reading, writing, or escaping into nature, I can be found wandering around a bookstore, running in the park, or trying out a new recipe in my tiny Brooklyn kitchen.
Testimonials:
"My editor, Jess H., is a gift to writers and a storytelling wizard. She saw what this book *could* be and helped make it so much richer, deeper, and more meaningful. I am in awe of her skill and generosity."--Jessica Goodman, bestselling author of THEY WISH THEY WERE US and the forthcoming THEY'LL NEVER CATCH US
"I have been lucky to find my editor, Jessica H. Thank you for your constant support, encouragement, and sharp editorial eye."--Lori Goldstein, author of SCREEN QUEENS and SOURCES SAY
"Jess. My editor. My superhero. Do people know about all your powers? You turned my story into a book. I'm beyond lucky to have gotten to work with you."--Sorboni Banerjee, author of HIDE WITH ME
"This book has benefitted immensely from Jessica H's brilliant notes."--Danielle Vega, author of THE HAUNTED and THE UNLEASHED
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Alloy Entertainment
Conceptualize, develop, and edit commercial YA and adult fiction.
Rebel Girls
Lead editor on the tentpole title, GOOD NIGHT STORIES FOR REBEL GIRLS VOL. 5: 100 INSPIRING YOUNG CHANGE MAKERS. Developed and edited the guidebook, GROWING UP POWERFUL with Teen Vogue advice columnist Nona Willis-Aronowitz and an upcoming fiction series with an acclaimed MG author. Create and edit content for major brand partnerships with Nike and Google. Hire writers, oversee illustrations, and write marketing copy for email campaigns. Work with the audio team to identify opportunities across platforms.
Penguin Random House
Acquired and edited high-profile titles including instant bestseller THEY WISH THEY WERE US by op-ed editor at Cosmopolitan Jessica Goodman, which is currently in development with Sydney Sweeney of HBO's "Euphoria" to become a TV series, A TASTE FOR LOVE by Jennifer Yen, the acclaimed WAR GIRLS by Tochi Onyebuchi, THE HAUNTED and THE UNLEASHED by Danielle Vega, THE WIDE STARLIGHT by Nicole Lesperance, and many more.
Penguin Random House
As an Assistant Editor, I co-edited Tochi Onyebuchi’s acclaimed Beasts Made of Night series, The Valiant series by Lesley Livingston, The Merciless series by Danielle Vega, and THE SECOND LIFE OF AVA RIVERS by Faith Gardner, which received three starred reviews. I also developed and edited IP projects, such as SCREEN QUEENS by Lori Goldstein.
Disney Books
Provided extensive editorial notes on several high-profile titles including the #1 New York Times Bestselling ISLE OF THE LOST by Melissa de la Cruz and the New York Times bestselling PASSENGER by Alexandra Bracken.
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Lisa T.
May, 2023
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