Michael Tizzano

Michael Tizzano – Editor

Experienced and empathetic New York editor with a decade at major publishers like Penguin Random House, W. W. Norton, and Simon and Schuster

Overview

In my decade of publishing experience, I've developed books that teach, inspire, and enrich—and sell. I have professional experience in categories including self-help, science, business, psychology, how-to, and much more. My fiction experience focuses on fantasy and other speculative fiction.


I love helping both new and experienced writers find their voice on the page and in the marketplace. I can offer my editorial expertise at any part of your literary journey, including initial ideation, developing a proposal, pitching to agents and publishers, drafting a manuscript, structural editing, final pass editing, and market positioning.


Having worked at small and large presses and agencies, I can help you understand and navigate the world of publishing with empathy, patience, encouragement, and—best of all—proven professional experience.


I would love to discuss your passions, goals, and hopes concerning your book. Please don't hesitate to reach out.

Services
Non-Fiction
DIY & Crafts Health & Wellbeing History Home & Garden Inspirational Nature Self-Help & Self-Improvement Sports & Outdoors
Languages
English (US)
Awards
  • Academic Excellence in Publishing Award
  • Outstanding Graduate Student of the Year Award

Work experience

Penguin Random House

Aug, 2021 — Oct, 2023 (about 2 years)

I'm an editor at the esteemed Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group, where I work on nonfiction titles related to cooking, health, philosophy, and more.

W. W. Norton & Company

Apr, 2016 — Aug, 2021 (over 5 years)

At Norton, the world's largest independent and employee-owned publishing house, I acquired and edited books in the categories of cooking, home and garden, health and wellness, science, technology, nature, and pop-culture.

Portfolio

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Countryman Press

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Michael has 9 reviews

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Mitchell H.

Mitchell H.

Nov, 2024

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Michael is incredibly thorough and detailed in the time he takes to get inside your manuscript and offer subtle changes that vastly improve the quality. Excellent and on time, consistent communicator and an overall joy.
Michael T.
Thanks, Mitchell! It was incredible to work with an expert on such an important topic. Excited to follow your advice for my tiny Brooklyn terrace garden!
Lou M.

Lou M.

Oct, 2024

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I enjoyed my initial collaboration with Michael so much that I have already asked him to continue our working relationship. He is professional, punctual, precise, and full of positive energy. Highly recommended.
Mike G.

Mike G.

Apr, 2024

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My collaboration with Michael was both professional and helpful. I am writing non-fiction and his encouragement and suggestions for manuscript improvement have been taken to heart and I am now confident that I can produce a book that will be engaging and responsive to the market. I'd have no hesitation in recommending Michael to any aspiring non-Fiction writer.
John D.

John D.

Dec, 2024

This freelance editor has provided a good smattering of suggestions for me to consider. I have paid particular attention to areas considered overly wordy, and he took on the academic approach to compactness. I have chosen what works without losing the good flow that a few extra words can provide in my text for this book. This guy would make an excellent proofreader and I may still use him for t...
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Chris O.

Chris O.

Dec, 2024

Mike was a rock star at editing and providing valuable feedback for my book proposal. His expertise in the industry is very clear. We will work together again real soon.

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