Sam Morgan

Sam Morgan – Editor

Former literary agent specializing in genre fiction - especially fantasy, science fiction, and horror. Here to help you find your voice!

Overview

Hello! I'm a former literary agent stepping back into the editing game. I sold my former clients all around the world to everyone from Big Five publishers to independent presses. With my editorial help these earned six-figure deals and TV/film options. While they were all unique, one thing stood out about them: their voice.

And so I'm here to help you uncover and discover the one aspect that makes you different from everyone else. While working on engaging plots, fascinating characters, and fun turns of phrases, I want to dig into this story and find out why only you can write it.

An editorial assessment and development with me will involve an in-depth look at your manuscript from a bird's eye view to a chapter by chapter look. A query critique will delve into the nitty gritty to find the best way to market your book.

Services
Fiction
Epic Fantasy Romantic Fantasy Space Opera Time Travel Urban Fantasy
Languages
English (US)

Work experience

Various Literary Agencies

Oct, 2013 — Jun, 2022 (over 8 years)
Former literary agent with JABberwocky, Foundry, and the Lotts Agency. I specialized in domestic authors selling print, audio, and film. While managing my own list I worked alongside many internationally bestselling authors.

Portfolio

Developmental Editing Editorial Assessment Query Letter Review
Developmental Editing Editorial Assessment Query Letter Review
Developmental Editing Editorial Assessment Query Letter Review
Developmental Editing Editorial Assessment Query Letter Review
Developmental Editing Editorial Assessment Query Letter Review
Warlock Holmes - A Study in Brimstone

Denning, G.S.

Titan Books

Developmental Editing Editorial Assessment Query Letter Review
Developmental Editing Editorial Assessment Query Letter Review
Orlando People

Alexander C. Kane

Audible Originals

Developmental Editing Editorial Assessment Query Letter Review

Sam has 30 reviews

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Mari S.

Mari S.

Jun, 2026

Working with Sam was a wonderful experience. I would do it again. He responded quickly and was very patient with me. Thank you Sam!
Chris G.

Chris G.

May, 2026

Sam's feedback on my query letter was sharp. He helped me focus it, stripped away clunky language and provided great insight into what agents are looking for. Highly recommended!
Malaina H.

Malaina H.

May, 2026

Sam was responsive and professional. To my pleasant surprise, he worked my project into an unexpected opening in his schedule and completed the project earlier than expected. The feedback was specific, thorough, and delivered in a straightforward and encouraging manner.
Fan L.

Fan L.

May, 2026

Great Editor. Beyond expectaion!
Jeff W.

Jeff W.

Apr, 2026

Sam provided fantastic feedback on my fantasy novel. His thoughts on prose and character were extremely beneficial. Most of all, though, his input prodded me to finish incomplete character arcs critical to creating a full story. He was professional, smart, friendly, incisive, and encouraging--bas...
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