Jonathan Pountney - Editor
Editor and Publisher with PhD. I specialize in Christian fiction and Christian non-fiction writing.
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Overview
I am an experienced editorial and publishing consultant who specializes in editing and promoting fiction and non-fiction Faith books. I have worked in the industry for over a decade and have helped authors and publishers reach hundreds of thousands of readers across international markets. I am also a published writer and have written for mainstream media publications like the Financial Times and published an academic monograph with a major university press.
Being an author and having worked in the industry, I know what it takes to finish a manuscript. I regularly take part in acquisition meetings, so know what publishers look for. I have excellent book marketing experience and am in regular contact with key industry contacts. Before working in publishing I worked as a Lecturer in English Literature.
My focus is typically in the Faith sector, but I am open to working in other sectors like: Academic Humanities, Contemporary Fiction, Historical Fiction, Short Story and Poetry.
Languages
English (UK)
English (US)
Fiction
Christian Fiction
Contemporary Fiction
Magical Realism
Poetry
Short Story
Non-Fiction
Christian Non-Fiction
Humanities & Social Sciences
Writing & Publishing
Certifications
- PhD, English Literature
- MA, Creative Writing
- BA, English & Creative Writing
Work experience
Publisher
Reformation Lightning
April, 2020
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Present
(almost 2 years)
We are a micro publisher specialising in creative Christian writing for young readers. Born from a desire to become a beacon of quality in the Middle Grade and Young Adult faith sector, we value and publish writing that is artistically robust and Christ-glorifying in its concept and content.
Editorial Director
Self-employed
March, 2020
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Present
(almost 2 years)
Our consultancy works with multiple publishers in the UK and US to help create innovative and influential books.
Publishing Manager
10ofThose
April, 2019
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March, 2020
(11 months)
Publishing Assistant
10ofThose
December, 2018
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March, 2019
(3 months)
Associate Lecturer in English
Lancaster University
August, 2018
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December, 2018
(4 months)
Adjunct Lecturer in English
University of Manchester
September, 2015
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December, 2018
(about 3 years)
Editorial Assistant
Comma Press
September, 2012
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December, 2012
(3 months)
Assistant to Senior Market Analyst
Financial Times
August, 2011
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August, 2011
(less than a minute)
Freelance Editor
Self-employed
January, 2011
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November, 2018
(almost 8 years)
Portfolio (40 selected works)
Prophetic From The Center
Carson, D. A.
An Open Door: A True Story of Courage in Congo
Maud Kells, Jean Gibson
Fresh Pathways in Prayer
Julian Hardyman, Julian Hardyman, 10Publishing, Spokenworld Audio & Ladbroke Audio Ltd
Revolutionary Work: What's the Point of the 9 to 5?
William Taylor, Neil Gardner, 10Publishing, Spokenworld Audio & Ladbroke Audio Ltd
Choosing Love In a Broken World
Heidi Johnston
Revolutionary Sex: How the Good News of Jesus Changes Everything
William Taylor, Neil Gardner, 10Publishing, Spokenworld Audio & Ladbroke Audio Ltd
Broken Works Best: When God Turns Your Pain into Gain
Catherine Campbell, Catherine Campbell, 10Publishing, Spokenworld Audio & Ladbroke Audio Ltd
Reading Between the Lines: Old Testament Daily Readings
Glen Scrivener
Raising Kids in a You Can Do It World
Paul Tautges
Divine Comedy - Human Tragedy: What is life?
Glen Scrivener
Beyond the Big C: Hope in the Face of Death
Jeremy Marshall
A Chance to Die
Elizabeth Elliot
The Weirdest Nativity
Andrew Sach, Jonathan Gemmell
Brahmin Reborn
Bhaskar Sreerangam, Esther Sandys
Head Heart Hands: 3 Volume set
Linda Allcock
The Radiant Dawn
Tom Parsons
That Hideous Strength: How the West Was Lost
Melvin Tinker
The Literary Afterlife of Raymond Carver
Pountney, Jonathan
The Red Book
Newham, Gillian
Jars of Clay: Peace for the Anxious Soul
Catherine Haddow
A London Sparrow: The Inspiring and True Story of Gladys Aylward
Phyllis Thompson
The Legendary Casey Jones And Other American Folktales
Goeffrey Thomas
The Emperor's New Clothes: And Other Stories
Geoffrey Thomas
Extracted
Rich Castro
For All Who Grieve: Navigating the Valley of Sorrow and Loss
Colin S. Smith
Jonathan has 10 reviews
Professionalism
Professionalism
Quality
Quality
Value
Value
Communication & Punctuality
Communication & Punctuality
Jonathan was not only professional but it was a pleasure to get to work with him. His suggestions were excellent and offered in an encouraging way. He was patient with me in making suggested updates.
David Harakal, November 2021
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I found Jonathan to be extremely personable and flexible. He worked with my schedule and provided me the time I needed to submit redrafts. This was my first time with a professional editor, and Jonathan has set the bar very high!
Greta Bennett, October 2021
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I really like what Jonathan did, especially his report and the inserted (using Word change tracking) comments on how something could be better.
The punctuation fixes (97% of which were my putting a comma outside of a quote) got a little tedious for me to accept, but I'm sure it was tedious for him as well. A universal-replace (CTRL H) could have accomplished the same thing, but I never though...
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Jim Durand, May 2021
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Jonathan is very kind and courteous in his critique of your work. He is knowledgeable and extremely helpful. I am very appreciative of his contribution to my manuscript.
Saul Flores, March 2021
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With Jonathan's experience as an agent, working at publishing houses and as an editor, what better qualified professional could you hire to review your work at any stage in the process of writing? Jonathan not only gave me an honest encouraging assessment but also took the time to point out what agents and publishers will look for as to improvements in my story to ensure it receive the attentio...
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Rip Brown, February 2021
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