Sunday Breakout Workshop: How to Work With an Editor

Sunday, August 23, 2026 • 9:00-9:45am
Must be registered for the conference to attend breakout workshops.

In this exclusive breakout session, you’ll sit down with a powerhouse panel of professional editors for a candid, behind-the-scenes conversation about the editorial process from their side of the desk. Whether you’re preparing your first submission or navigating revisions with a publishing team, this session will give you practical insight you won’t find in craft books.

Learn how to approach an editor, what makes a manuscript stand out (for the right reasons), how to interpret and implement feedback without losing your voice, and the common missteps that can damage a professional relationship before it begins. The panel will also explore developmental vs. line editing, how to know what your manuscript needs, and how to turn editorial critique into your strongest asset.

• Dawn Barclay
• Beth Terrell 
• Helen Thornton-Gussy
• John DeDakis 
• Miranda Darrow
• Amber Meyer