Maxine Marshall – Editor

I have almost a decade of experience editing and managing, publicizing, and representing books at HarperCollins, Callisto Media (Rockridge Press) and for a boutique literary agency. I have edited many top-selling books in the genres of kids' narrative nonfiction (science and nature); kids' narrative nonfiction (life skills and well-being); kids' workbooks, activities, and puzzles; food and beverage; and outdoor hobbies and fitness. I am passionate about helping authors construct well-formed books that are a joy to read. Issues with structure and organization? Flow? I'm here to help! Wondering about the reading level or age-appropriateness of your work? I got you. I am a detail-oriented and empathetic editor (I'm a writer too, after all). I love this work because I love collaborating with authors as they build their skills and build their stories. I'm with authors every step of the way, offering pep when a mood-boost is needed and asking questions that challenge authors to engage critically with their work. In addition to development editing, I'm well-qualified to advise authors on their pitches; having worked in publicity and with a literary agency, I know what agents, publishers, and readers are looking for.