Comments on: The 5-Question [Book] Editor/Publisher Interview: Sheyna Galyan

By: Melanie Haiken

Melanie Haiken — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 18:10:02 +0000

So interesting to get “inside” the process of selecting among manuscripts; so discouraging to hear there aren’t more that make the grade!

By: MarthaandMe

MarthaandMe — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 17:21:39 +0000

This was really an excellent summing up from the editor’s perspective and very helpful to us writers. Thanks.

By: Stephanie - Wasabimon

Stephanie - Wasabimon — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 22:06:19 +0000

Thanks for this! It’s so useful to know what’s useful in a MS, right from the editor herself.

By: Kristen J. Gough

Kristen J. Gough — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 21:49:54 +0000

Thanks for this inside look at publishing. Interesting.

By: Alexandra

Alexandra — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 18:02:51 +0000

Very helpful to all writers as we try to understand the process. Thank you.

By: Sheryl

Sheryl — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 17:53:51 +0000

This was, as always, interesting to read, and to see what it’s like on the other side. Sheyna’s answers are not only helpful but refreshingly honest.

By: ruth pennebaker

ruth pennebaker — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 17:22:47 +0000

Your interviews are always so insightful and useful for writers, Meredith. Thanks for reminding me of what the person behind the desk is thinking.

By: Alisa Bowman

Alisa Bowman — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 16:54:50 +0000

Wow–it’s amazing to get the editor’s perspective, yet again. Loved the high maintenance question–and the answer. I was not completely expecting that. I mostly enjoyed reading what she looks for in a ms, as usual. Great interview as always.

By: Kerri Fivecoat-Campbell

Kerri Fivecoat-Campbell — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 13:59:21 +0000

As always, a great interview. The quote that stuck with me most: “Ultimately, the job of an editor is to take a writer’s great writing and make it extraordinary.”

By: Barbara Bietz

Barbara Bietz — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 03:22:45 +0000

Meredith,

Thanks so much for sharing Sheyna’s insightful interview. On a personal note, Sheyna is a joy to work with – and being one of her authors has been an incredible experience. There are many benefits to having your work published by a small press. I know Sheyna’s commitment and connection to my book is as strong as my own.