Kendra Muntz

Kendra Muntz – Editor

I specialize in non-fiction children's books and education/reference texts, so I know how and why we read: for learning or just plain fun!

Overview

Hello there! I'm a strong professional storyteller with a passion for crafting narratives that engage and educate both children and adults. I am a versatile author, writer and editor and am just as comfortable writing about frogs as I am about professional growth. I've worked for multiple children's book publishers, including World Book, Inc. (yes, the encyclopedia that you may have read at school) and specialize in transforming complex concepts into digestible, captivating stories.

I'm looking forward to helping you turn your creative text into your dream book. I work collaboratively with authors at any point in the publication process, from brainstorming concepts, to line editing, to finishing touches. Wherever you are in your written draft, we will partner together to express your unique point of view while differentiating your book from others in the marketplace. With a little back and forth and plenty of positive encouragement, we can make your vision come to life!


Services
Non-Fiction
Career Guides Children’s Non-Fiction Earth, Space, & Environmental Sciences Education & Reference History Life Sciences
Fiction
Holiday
Languages
English (US)

Work experience

Self-employed

Sep, 2020 — Present

Provide valuable writing and editing expertise to globally recognized business clients. Partner with authors to provide constructive editorial feedback on full-cycle digital book manuscripts. Consistently produce clean, precise copy with meticulous attention to grammar, style, and voice

Blue Cross Blue Shield Association

Jun, 2017 — Jan, 2020 (over 2 years)

Lead storyteller for BCBS Health of America data-driven healthcare reports and thought leadership initiatives.

World Book, Inc.

Jan, 2013 — Jun, 2017 (over 4 years)

Wrote, edited and shaped the direction of approximately 60 digital-first books per year from manuscript through publication, totaling more than 20,000 pages of content. Specialize in non-fiction children's book content for children grades K-8, with experience writing for high-school and professional audiences.

Norwood House Press

Jul, 2012 — Dec, 2012 (5 months)

Co-editor of a 30-book series introducing elementary mathematical concepts, and implemented appropriate grammar, format, and style for K-8 reading levels.

Portfolio

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The Essential Dog Owner's Guide: A Reference for the Responsible Dog Owner

Milnor, Evan

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YOU Are Made for This!: Seven Steps to Help Every Kid Find Their Calling

Hight M D, Nicole B

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Miracle on Mall Drive

Milana, Paolina

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ADA & ABA Illustrated Guide to Parks and Trails

Hehir, Mark

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Quarter Horse Kids: A Rodeo Cowgirl

Thomas, Jill

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The Day I Discovered a Dinosaur Bone?!: Adventures of the Barnyard Boys

Larson, M

Tropical Fish (Learning Ladders Book 3)

Kendra Muntz

Learn about some beautiful and interesting fish that live in tropical waters around the world.
Invisible to the Eye: Animals in Disguise

Kendra Muntz

Wait, look! Is that a bird peeking its head out of the leaves? With stunning photographs and simple text, this book allows readers of all ages to enjoy close-up views of animals in their natural environment while learning new facts about these familiar creatur... read more
Dr. Mollie Cule Reboots the Robot: Awesome Science Activities You Can Do At Home

Kendra Muntz

Science is made fun for children through an exciting narrative adventure and hands-on experiments Join Dr. Mollie Cule on her mission to reassemble Axel the robot. Complete with step-by-step, illustrated instructions, this book introduces the amazing science b... read more
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The ABC's of Dog Training for Kids

Johnston RVT, Cat

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All In: 18 Ways to Create Inclusive Virtual Classrooms

Kluth, Paula

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Journey To The Rainbow Tribe Gathering: A Hitchhiker's True Story

Hehir, Mark

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Quarter Horse Kids: An All-Around Rider

Thomas, Jill

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Hacking Differentiation: Adapting and Modifying for the 21st Century Classroom

Borrull, Papachya

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Hao and Sabine Buy the World's Currencies (Raising Young Scholars Series)

Hilarion, SB

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On Your Mark, Get Set, INVEST: A Kid's Guide to Saving Money, Spending Wisely, and Investing in the Stock Market (Invest Now Play Later Series)

Villermin, Luke

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The Day Petunia Had Piglets in the Strawberry Patch (Adventures of the Barnyard Boys)

Larson, Melanie

Taming of the Team: How Great Teams Work Together

Berckemeyer, Jack

Committed: A Memoir of Madness in the Family

Milana, Paolina

Secret Files of Professor L. Otto Funn

Steven Gors

An engaging book of activities, The Secret Files of Professor L. Otto Funn will introduce kids to the world of Nonfiction! Containing dozens of hands-on activities on high-interest topics, the Professor will engage kids for hours by making learning fun. Each c... read more
Extending Beyond the Pages

Jodie Fransen

Extending Beyond the Pages will engage students in the skills of deep reading, listening, writing, analysis and evaluation, and interaction with both literary and informational texts through ready-to-use lessons. Educators can save time and trust that these te... read more
Building Blocks of Life Science 1

Joseph Midthun

With bright, colorful pages and clever comic-book-style text, World Books Building Blocks of Life Science helps make learning fun and easy for young students with a primary reading level of grades 3 through 5. Each book focuses on a particular organ system in ... read more
Helping Students Improve Academic and Social Skills: Tips for Teachers

This collection of academic strategies is an excellent tool for strengthening any college- and career-readiness standards and offers valuable support for Common Core State Standards. Tips for Teachers: Helping Students Improve Academic and Social Skills is a v... read more
If You Can't Manage Them, You Can't Teach Them

Kim Campbell

This is a must-have book for anyone who works with young adolescents! A practicing middle school teacher gives straight-talking advice and can-do strategies that really work! With Kim Campbell's help, every teacher can succeed at building the relationships, mu... read more
If You Don't Feed the Teachers They Eat the Students!: Guide to Success for Administrators and Teachers

Neila A. Connors

Packed with words of wisdom and inspiration, this is one book no administrator or teacher should be without. Dr. Neila Connors presents practical tips to improve school climate, communicate with parents and students, teach to the standards, and make a differen... read more
Explore the Universe

World Book;Inc.

With vibrant imagery, World Book's Explore the Universe 10-volume STEM-correlated set takes readers on a guided tour of the universe. From pulsars to quasars to extrasolar planets, readers will learn about the celestial wonders beyond our solar system and how ... read more
A Timeline Of

Tom Evans

From papyrus to computers, from mud and brick to steel and glass, each volume in World Book's ""A Timeline Of"" eight volume series traces the history of some of humanity's greatest achievements. Designed for young readers, these richly illustrated books featu... read more
J Is for Jazz

Ann Ingalls

Winner of: 2015 American Graphic Design Award B is for Blues, the heart of jazz, and some of the best jazz cats have been hip to the blues! Go on a riotous romp through some of the foundations of jazz in this fun and educational look at America’s golden era of... read more
World Book Discovery Science Encyclopedia

Inc. World Book

The Discovery Science Encyclopedia, from the publishers of The World Book Encyclopedia, is a starter science look-up source in nine hard-cover volumes. The set is designed to be used by newly independent readers ages 8-10 whose first language is English and by... read more
Feliz Navidad! Celebrating a Mexican Christmas (Christmas Around the World)

Tom Evans

What is the Mexican term for Christmas? What do Mexicans do during the family festival called Las Posadas? Why roles do poinsettias and piñatas play in Christmas celebrations in Mexico? The exciting, eye-catching pictures and easy-to-read sentences in Christma... read more
Iscience Readers Level A

iScience is a leveled science reader series that uses SCIENTIFIC INQUIRY and real life situations to teach and ignite interest in basic science principles taught in grades K-6. Each book involves a SCIENCE PUZZLE that relates to real life and an activity to en... read more
World Book Discovery Encyclopedia

Inc. World Book

The Discovery Encyclopedia is optimal for elementary readers, ESL/ELL students, and visual learners. This set is an effective introduction to informational content and the development of critical fact-finding skills. This beginner's set promotes comprehension,... read more
Building Blocks of Life Science 2

Joseph Midthun

With bright, colorful pages in comic-book style, World Books Building Blocks of Life Science series helps make STEM lessons fun and easy for young learners in grades with a primary reading level of grades 3 through 5. Each book focuses on a particular topic in... read more

Kendra has 17 reviews

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Suzanne G.

Suzanne G.

Jun, 2022

It was wonderful working with Kendra. She was very clear on the process and very thorough in her editing. She made other valuable suggestions that really helped.
Luke V.

Luke V.

Jun, 2022

It was a pleasure working with Kendra. The developmental edit she provided me with was filled with excellent, detailed suggestions that I could not have identified on my own. She took my manuscript to the next level, and was extremely professional, timely, and clear throughout the entire process!
Kelsey P.

Kelsey P.

Jun, 2022

Working with Kendra was everything I hope it would be and more! Kendra and I started our collaboration through a developmental edit. Her feedback transformed my manuscript from a seed idea into a full, nuanced book. Next, our collaboration moved into copy editing. Kendra made changes, line by line while keeping the integrity of my author's voice and the character's dialogue. Finally, our colla...
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Reed & Evan M.

Reed & Evan M.

May, 2022

We cannot recommend Kendra highly enough. From the very first interaction all the way to the end of the project months later, she was extremely thorough, knowledgeable, diligent, patient, and friendly. There is simply no way we would have accomplished what we did without her expert guidance, skilled developmental editing, detailed copy editing and proofreading, and thorough indexing of the man...
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Shawn B.

Shawn B.

Oct, 2021

It was a pleasure working with Kendra. She was very professional and efficient. She was invested in the project and provided me with valuable feedback. I hope to work with Kendra in the near future.

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