P. J. Hoover

P. J. Hoover – Editor

Editor with 16+ years experience. Love sci-fi, fantasy, adventure! Award-winning author of 40+ books. Let's make your book amazing!

Overview

Growing up, I wanted to be a Jedi. After all, who wouldn't want to be able to travel in space, use telekinesis, and do cool mind tricks? But seeing as how that wasn't going to happen, I spent my summers reading SFF books and teaching myself to program in BASIC on my Commodore 64. I loved losing myself in the worlds of J. R. R. Tolkien, Roger Zelazny, and Isaac Asimov. And I fell in love with mythology thanks to the book Mythology by Edith Hamilton.


In college, I pursued my engineering master’s degree, but I always had a love for storytelling and mysteries of the unknown. Somewhere along the line, I decided I wanted to be an archaeologist, so in addition to engineering, I received a degree in history.


Why did I want to be an archaeologist? Because ancient history is all about stories. I first visited the King Tut treasures back in 1977. They’d stayed hidden for thousands of years, back from the time of myths. We didn't know everything that happened in ancient history, and that piqued my interest. There were stories wrapped up like the mummies tucked away in those tombs. I wanted to unwrap and discover those stories. So, after 15 years as an electrical engineer, I decided to pursue storytelling full-time. I’ve been writing since 2004 and plan to continue forever.


Now I’m the author of over 40 books for kids, teens, and adults. There is no greater joy than sharing my love of storytelling with the world. In addition to writing my own books, I have a passion for helping others. I would love the opportunity to work with you!


Your stories will always be your own. Editing isn’t about me taking everything you love in a story and changing it. But I can help you breathe life into your stories. I can help them become wondrous tales that will resonate with readers long after they put your book down.


I can’t wait to share my love of craft and storytelling with you and help you achieve all your dreams! Now let’s get your stories in the hands of readers!


PRAISE FOR MY EDITORIAL WORK


"For anyone seeking a developmental editor who will genuinely invest in your story and elevate it to new heights, PJ is the go-to professional." —Ernesto G


"Finding the right editor for your book can be a daunting task, but I hit the jackpot with Tricia. She didn't just make edits; she delved deep into the manuscript, enhancing the overall quality." —Farabi S


"PJ is a Rockstar! The communication, attention to detail, and ability to "get" what the core of the story was about was perfect." —David S



PRAISE FOR P.J.'s BOOKS:


HIGHLY RECOMMENDED: "An epically hilarious adventure, Snappy, anachronistic humor make this an entertaining, laugh-out-loud adventure. Recommend to fans of Percy Jackson." —SLJ


"Solstice is one red-hot read—it intrigues, sizzles, and satisfies." —Cynthia Leitich Smith, NYT bestselling author


"[P.J.'s] confident deployment of myth is impressive." —Publishers Weekly

Services
Fiction
Action & Adventure Fantasy Middle Grade Middle Grade Fantasy Science Fiction Young Adult Fantasy
Languages
English (US)
Awards
  • Texas Lone Star List
  • Spirit of Texas Middle School List
  • YALSA BFYA Nominee
  • ABC Best Books for Children pick
  • Tristate Books of Note List
  • Follett First Choice Must-have Title
  • Mackin Compendium Title
  • Kansas NEA Reading Circle Catalog pick

Work experience

Self-employed

Oct, 2008 — Present

I'm the author of over thirty books for people of all ages published through a variety of means (traditional publishing, small press, self publishing, pseudonyms). I am actively involved in the writing community and have taught classes and participated in panels for many organizations across the country. My books have been selected for state lists both in and outside of Texas. For the last eight years, I have also participated as a judge in various writing contests. I have been editing manuscripts since 2008 and am always excited to offer feedback.
A note on my feedback: I won't hold back on my thoughts, as I think honest feedback is very important for writers to grow and learn.

Self-employed

Dec, 2004 — Present

P. J. (Tricia) wanted to be a Jedi, but when that didn't work out, she became an electrical engineer instead. After a fifteen year bout designing computer chips for a living, P. J. started creating worlds of her own. She's the award-winning author of The Hidden Code, a Da Vinci Code-style young adult adventure with a kick-butt heroine, and Tut: The Story of My Immortal Life, featuring a fourteen-year-old King Tut who's stuck in middle school. When not writing, P. J. spends time practicing kung fu, fixing things around the house, and solving Rubik's cubes.

Portfolio

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Stitle, Nick

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Temple of Valor

Joe Lyon

The exciting adventures continue. Astar has grown to have unbelievable powers he can barely control. As a new terror rises from the depths, he is joined with the magical dagger, reuniting the ... read more
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The Prisoner in the Sky

Colom-Brana, Francisco

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Worlds Apart

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Bowker

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A New Age of Man: A Realms Novel

Putman, D.A.

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Resontas

De Bord, J. B.

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Creation 1954

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One February Morning

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Only Half Human

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High school was hard enough for Lesley Robinson, and that was before she sprouted wings, a tail, and devil horns. She and her witch mother are forced to flee to Misty Hollow, a hidden haven fo... read more
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Lancers of Freedom

George, Daanyel

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The TreeHouse

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Once Upon a Princess

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Calli

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Emily's Song

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No More Goddesses

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Reality Ali

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Uncertain Summer

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P. J. has 171 reviews

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Melissa A.

Melissa A.

Nov, 2024

Her feedback was excellent, clear, and professional. My letter is significantly better now after working with her. I highly recommend!
P. J. H.
Thank you so much, Melissa, for this fantastic and thoughtful review! I loved working on your query, which was already amazing, and help make it stronger. I'm so looking forward to you finding the ...
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Danielle P.

Danielle P.

Nov, 2024

This was an excellent experience. P.J. is so helpful. Everything I need to know to guide me thru to my next steps was provided. She gave me additional materials to aid me as well. Great collaboration. Looking forward to continuing working together.
P. J. H.
Thank you so much, Danielle, for this wonderful review! Working on your story was so fun and exciting. I loved the pacing and the themes, and I'm so excited to see what you come up with next. Thank...
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Angelina G.

Angelina G.

Nov, 2024

Tricia was lovely and always responded in a timely fashion (even when I didn't). Her work surpassed my expectations and I never had any problems communicating with her. Working with her made me feel invigorated and inspired to write the next, improved draft of my story, and she opened my eyes to so much I never noticed! She will make your story an even more wonderful version of itself and I wou...
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P. J. H.
Thank you so much, Angelina, for this wonderful review! I loved your story, and you are such a talented writer. It was such a treat working with you, and I really appreciate you letting me share th...
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Elle R.

Elle R.

Nov, 2024

P.J. helped me write a query letter that POPS! I was thrilled by her encouragement and her wit. I am excited to see where my manuscript goes with P.J.'s invaluable help. I would highly recommend her to any writer seeking out help.
P. J. H.
Thank you so much, Elle, for the lovely and thoughtful review! I loved working on your query! I really appreciate you letting me work with you on this, and I can't wait to hear about your success!
Tim Z.

Tim Z.

Nov, 2024

Tricia (PJ) was a joy to work with. She was extremely helpful in bettering my understanding of my project and through her thorough notes, I was able to not only cut down on the word count, but also make a more cohesive story. She also made things very easy to follow and was quick to point out inconsistencies without being overly harsh about it. She was totally professional and I would highly re...
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P. J. H.
Thank you so much, Tim, for this thoughtful and wonderful review! Working on your story was such a great experience. I loved the world and the characters, and I'm eagerly awaiting a sequel! Thank y...
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