Marisa Hines

Marisa Hines – Editor

Seasoned editor with over 75 successful books published. I have a passion for working with first time authors, turning ideas into print!

Overview

For over ten years now, I have worn many hats in publishing, and have enjoyed every moment of it. The variety of lists I have both run and worked on is quite the mix, and includes everything from hard psychology and criminal justice textbooks to whimsical children’s titles and cookbooks. Several of my books are top sellers in their field; I created an activities series for children called “Word for Word: Fun Finds!” featured in Amazon’s Holiday Toy List 2019/2020. It remains a success story for the publisher who printed it.

Currently self-employed, I am now available to help you with your next project or book! I love nothing more than rolling up my sleeves and helping authors make their dreams a reality. Whether you are in need of a copywriter, a ghostwriter, an editor, or a publishing expert, please do not hesitate to reach out. I have worked one-on-one with many first time authors, and understand just how overwhelming the process can be. Through hard work, attention to detail, and staying on schedule, together, we will get there.
Services
Fiction
Children's
Non-Fiction
Children’s Non-Fiction Cooking, Food, Wine, & Spirits Education & Reference Psychology Self-Help & Self-Improvement Technology Writing & Publishing
Languages
English (US)
Awards
  • 2017 College Cover Single awarded by Boston Book Builder

Work experience

Callisto Media, Inc.

Nov, 2018 — Aug, 2020 (over 1 year)

Key member of the editorial team responsible for partnering with Executive Editors, Art Directors, and cross-departmental stakeholders in order to create and deliver successful, high quality content to the market. Lists include children’s books, activity books for various ages, cookbooks, psychology, workbooks, self-help, special diets, and religion. Responsibilities included:
• Completion of four title starts per quarter from position to outline
• Collaboration with author acquisitions for final author vetting and approval
• Author management
• Freelancer hiring and management
• Manuscript review and edits from rough draft to final pass
• Project management of an estimated 8-12 titles at a time in various stages of production
• Creation and overseeing of Diversity & Inclusion through Production Initiatives
• Expert Review Initiatives
• Partnership in cross-departmental product testing (R&D and Art Department)
• Assisting Executive Editor in new editor training (from Associate to Executive editors)
• Mentoring Associate and new Editors

Self-employed

Mar, 2017 — Present

Jones & Bartlett Learning

Jan, 2011 — Mar, 2017 (about 6 years)

Manager and lead editor of Jones & Bartlett’s Criminal Justice and The Learn Series lists. Position included project management of new titles and revisions to existing ones in addition to providing recommendations for strategic direction of the portfolio. Responsibilities included:

• Generated yearly gross revenue from book and digital media solution sales.
• Developed and proposed yearly strategy outline to Executive Editor and Publisher.
• Produced P&L for each title.
• Presented front list and strategy at offsite Sales Meetings.
• Vetted proposed manuscripts with an eye to market viability.
• Created customized market surveys to drive portfolio requirements.
• Managed author relationships and publishing partnerships, including contract and royalty negotiations.
• Oversaw all phases of production, hired and supervised additional editorial help, from freelance writers to technical editors
o Conducted editorial reviews of first through final pass.
• Implemented global updates to new editions in order to adhere to APA Stylebook guidelines.
• Generated significant cost savings by designing and implanting customized interior layout templates.
• Selected final cover image based on content target reader demographics.

Dartmouth Publishing

Jan, 2010 — Jan, 2011 (about 1 year)

Portfolio

Note: After January 1, 2014, Nancy Caroline's Emergency Care in the Streets, Canadian Seventh Edition will only be available to Canadian residents. The Paramedic Association of Canada, together with the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and Jones and Ba... read more
Intended for an undergraduate criminal law course within a criminal justice program, A Brief Introduction to Criminal Law, Second Edition provides a gentle introduction to the subject ideal for students that do not intend to pursue law school. The principles o... read more
Ideal for undergraduate or graduate-level courses, Research Methods for Criminology and Criminal Justice, Fourth Edition introduces students to the functions of criminal justice research including basic ideas behind scientific theory, research language, and re... read more
Delinquency in Society

Robert M. Regoli

Delinquency in Society, Tenth Edition provides a comprehensive and systematic overview of juvenile delinquency, criminal behavior, and status-offending youths.
"An Introduction to Crime Scene Investigation" serves to eliminate warped impressions influenced by the media, and clearly identifies and explains the crime scene investigative process, components, methods, and procedures.
Learn Psychology

Dr. Kenneth E Carter

Learn Psychology offers a comprehensive yet accessible presentation of psychology principles, research and theory. Each chapter is carefully structured to cover the topics and concepts of a standard introductory psychology course with associated learning objec... read more
Written reports and other types of writings by criminal justice and social science professionals can directly affect people's lives. Thus, it is crucial for the writer to effectively convey his or her message in a coherent and organized manner. Write & Wrong: ... read more
The ideal introductory criminal justice text book, Exploring Criminal Justice: The Essentials, Third Edition, examines the relationships between law enforcement, corrections, law, policy making and administration, the juvenile justice system, and the courts.

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