Tom Krause – Editor

I work on academic and trade history, but I specialize in American history, regional history, and Indigenous histories of the United States

Overview

Hello! I am a professional editor with almost fifteen years experience working in manuscript development and acquisitions editorial. I've worked as an acquisitions editor for several university presses and for Bloomsbury USA, one of the largest and most profitable independent publishers in the United States.

It's exciting to work with passionate people who need help getting their ideas off the ground or shaping their concepts into a publishable manuscript. No matter where you are with your writing and research, I can help you achieve your goals and turn your great ideas into a great book!

Services

Developmental Editing

Editorial Assessment

Non-Fiction

Biographies & Memoirs Education & Reference History

Languages

English (US)

Work experience

Editorial Director

University of Vermont Press

Jan, 2024 — Present

I manage the editorial program at the recently created University of Vermont Press. My job is to build our lists, acquire content, write marketing and promotional copy, and work with stakeholders from the university and the scholarly community.

Acquisitions Editor

Bloomsbury USA

May, 2022 — Jan, 2024 (almost 2 years)

I commissioned twenty-five to thirty reference books a year for the ABC-CLIO imprint. Additionally, I edited and developed manuscripts for content and marketability, and wrote book and promotional copy. I acquired in the areas of history, religion, and ethnic studies.

Acquisitions Editor

University of Utah Press

Jul, 2018 — Apr, 2022 (almost 4 years)

I acquired ten to fifteen manuscripts per year for publication. I edited and developed manuscripts for style, content, and marketability, and I wrote and edited book and promotional copy.

Developmental Editor

Wisconsin Historical Society Press

Oct, 2017 — Dec, 2019 (about 2 years)

Developed and acquired books that support the mission of the Wisconsin Historical Society Press. Many of these are regional trade titles focused on Wisconsin history.