Travis Moran

Travis Moran – Editor

A seasoned developmental editor, Travis has helped acclaimed authors, elite athletes, and emerging voices resonate with target readers.

Overview

I’m Travis — a veteran book editor, story developer, and writing coach specializing in sports narratives. I elevate memoirs, novels, screenplays, and short fiction.

I’ve partnered with award-winning journalists, legendary athletes, and rising writers to develop 50+ sports books and 120+ NBA-related articles. Twenty years of experience and considerable time abroad have sharpened my eye for cross-cultural storytelling. From working draft to polished manuscript, I’ll help you shape a story that resonates with your target reader.

Whether you’re an athlete with a powerful personal tale, a journalist crafting an analytical deep-dive, or a debut novelist exploring a sports-themed narrative — I can help. Together, we’ll solve structural and substantive problems, sharpen your understanding of craft, and hone your self-editing abilities.

If you’d like to learn more about my services, my approach to working with first-time authors, or my editorial philosophy, send me a message. I’d love to hear about your project!

Though I bid selectively, I respond to all inquiries.

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ADVANCE-SCHEDULING DISCOUNT: Book at least 30 days in advance to receive 10% off our collaboration.

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Relevant qualifications:

• BA in Creative Writing (Fiction)

• MA in English Language and Literature

• Former writing courses director at major international university

• Former submission evaluator for multiple literary journals

• Published short-story author, sportswriter, and essayist

Services
Non-Fiction
Biographies & Memoirs History Inspirational Sports & Outdoors
Fiction
Contemporary Fiction Literary Fiction Short Story
Languages
English (US)

Work experience

TrueHoop

Apr, 2022 — Apr, 2025 (about 3 years)
• Developed, edited, and published 120+ weekly articles with topics ranging from advanced NBA metrics and on-court performance analysis to sportswashing investigations and cultural commentary • Crafted a serial fantasy-basketball column (20 installments over two seasons) and multiple features, driving hundreds of thousands of unique views and numerous paid subscriptions

Sports Publishing LLC

Feb, 2005 — Jul, 2007 (over 2 years)
• Guided 30+ books from concept to consumer, cultivating the works of acclaimed authors, award-winning journalists, and legendary athletes • Enhanced the style, narrative, and readability of marketing materials to increase audience engagement, ensuring successful launches and promotions

Self-employed

Aug, 2017 — Mar, 2022 (over 4 years)
• Composed speeches, designed presentations, and refined copy for C-suite executives, honing their communications for cross-cultural audiences • Tailored personal statements for 38 Chinese postgraduate applicants to elite universities across the globe, securing acceptance rates of over 90 percent

Beijing Language and Culture University

Aug, 2017 — Jul, 2020 (almost 3 years)
• Directed writing courses for School of Applied Foreign Languages, reforming the non-major curriculum to bolster lesson practicality and academic integrity • Honored as Foreign Teacher of Excellence for International Faculty in 2018, showcasing dedication to teaching and student success

Portfolio

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One Moment Changes Everything is the tragic true story of the Rogers family, who was blessed with three talented althletes until a single dose of cocaine killed Don Rogers. Don's family went f... read more
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Double Yoi!

Cope, Myron

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Passengers Journal: Volume 3 Issue 2

Press, Passengers

Independently published

Editorial Assessment
Passengers Journal Volume 3 Issue 3

Press, Passengers

Independently published

Editorial Assessment
Entangled in Ivy

Castle, George

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Travis has 25 reviews

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Jason D.

Jason D.

Jan, 2026

Pinned
With Travis you're getting a true pro and - importantly - candor. His feedback is direct, honest, and fair and immensely helpful whether looking at minor copy edits, structural emphasis, or the big picture of storytelling. He's got a great eye for what can take the story to the next level and I'm...
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Ed C.

Ed C.

Oct, 2025

Pinned
With his first-class integrity, understanding, passion, honesty and tireless work ethic, Travis helped turn my manuscript into something with mere legs into something ready to run. I could not be happier with our time collaborating, nor more thankful for his expertise.
Peter K.

Peter K.

Mar, 2025

Pinned
Travis is professional, detailed, and direct with a keen eye toward storytelling. He's uncompromising when it comes to making your work the best it can be. He laid out in great detail what was required to present my story in its best light and walked me through changes in structure, tone and what...
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Scott W.

Scott W.

Feb, 2026

Travis was thorough and helpful, I specifically appreciated his insights into my story. He gave me options and pathways to explore them. I could tell that he had put in a lot of effort into my collaboration.
Doug K.

Doug K.

Jan, 2026

Travis Moran did an exceptional job critiquing my manuscript. He pointed out weaknesses and offered solutions. He did top quality work.

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