Mishma Nixon

Mishma Nixon – Editor

Children's book editor formerly at a Big 5 publisher, with experience working with award winning and bestselling authors

Overview

I have worked in editorial at a Big Five children's imprint, and have experience working with picture books through YA, with also an interest in select adult fiction - especially romance. I have worked with NYTimes bestselling, award-winning authors and debut talent.


I was previously a book blogger for over seven years, and have extensive experience working with upcoming and established authors, and have enjoyed being a part of a book's journey from its conception to release, while being able to support first time authors navigating publishing. As an editor, I can help with early to mid stages of story development, query process, and developmental editing. If needed I can also offer detailed line edits to refine your prose.


I am excited about picture books that center joy and tells a story about a place or people that hasn't been told before. In MG and YA, I look for contemporary and fantasy, with a soft spot for coming of age narratives, gothic fiction, and sweeping fantasy settings. I am also an avid fan of romance, and would love to work with both YA and NA romance. As someone who grew up in the global south, I am also keenly interested in stories set outside of the US.

Services
Fiction
Coming of Age Epic Fantasy Middle Grade Fantasy Picture Books Romance Urban Fantasy Young Adult Fantasy
Languages
English (UK) English (US)

Work experience

Little Brown Books for Young Readers

Jun, 2021 — Present

The Tempest

Mar, 2018 — Dec, 2021 (almost 4 years)

Editor for Social Justice and News. Accepts pitches, edits drafts at multiple stages and assist editorial fellows and staff writers with rewrites and revisions. Fact checks articles and makes sure that each article under the article offers a unique and multifaceted perspective.

Self-employed

Dec, 2017 — Present

I have covered books for multiple platforms, including my own book blog, as well as sites such as Buzzfeed, Apartment Therapy and The Tempest, which has given me extensive market knowledge and experience, as well as experience working with upcoming and established authors, industry professionals, and trade outlets

Mishma has 8 reviews

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Lauren K.

Lauren K.

Jul, 2023

Mishma is an insightful and thoughtful editor. She was professional from start to finish and provided invaluable feedback. I highly recommend her services and would definitely work with her again.
Bulaong R.

Bulaong R.

Jul, 2023

Mishma was responsive, timely, creative, and very knowledgeable. With this being my first book, I had a lot of questions about the process of getting published and Mishma offered me amazing resources and things to consider that I otherwise might not have known or had access to. She provided wonderful technical support and edits that helped me tap into my creativity and love the story even more....
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Taylor D.

Taylor D.

Jul, 2023

Working with Mishma exceeded my expectations. This was my first time using the platform and I was absolutely blown away by Mishma's professionalism and quality of work. Her abilities as an editor not only improved my work but made me a better writer. I cannot wait to work with her again on future projects.
Ben P.

Ben P.

Jun, 2023

Mishma is enthusiastic, hardworking and knowledgeable. It was a pleasure working with her, and she was very attentive to my needs and questions. I really appreciated her guidance through the whole process as this was my first time working on a book with a developmental editor. Thank you Mishma.
Ginger J.

Ginger J.

Jun, 2023

Mishma gave me the feedback I've been looking for that I haven't gotten from beta readers or even professors. I'm very satisfied with her work and plan on using her services again in the future.

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