Nadja Tiktinsky – Editor

Since opening my editorial business in 2018, I’ve worked with authors at every stage of the writing process, from outlining to querying. I hold an MFA in Writing for Children from The New School and a BA in English with a specialization in Creative Writing from Southern Methodist University. In addition to my editorial work, I teach middle-school English and have worked as a children’s bookseller. I am extremely knowledgeable about the contemporary children’s literature market and read 160+ books a year to stay up to date.

I approach every manuscript I edit with respect, care, enthusiasm, and a collaborative mindset. I’m here to help guide your book into the best possible version of itself, preserving your vision and playing to your strengths as a writer while turning a critical eye to elevating craft and plot. As an editor, I understand that you are the expert on your work, and that my role is to give suggestions, not mandate changes. My expertise in children's literature enables me to provide nuanced, market-relevant feedback to help your book find its place in the contemporary canon. When working with me, you can expect clear communication, connections to comp titles, and thoughtful, idea-generating conversation.