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Ep 34: David Brightman on Being a Book Editor
On this episode, I am joined by David Brightman, a senior editor with Stylus Publishing LLC where he helps authors put research into practice. Previously, Davis was a lead editor with the Jossey-Bass Higher and Adult Education book series. David has a BA in Interdisciplinary Studies from the University of California, Berkeley and a Professional Certificate in Publishing from the UC Extension.
Segment 1: What does a Book Editor Do? [00:00-10:57]
In this first segment, David describes his role and shares how book editors are different from journal editors.
Segment 2: What does a Book Editor Look For? [10:58-22:54]
In segment two, David shares what book editors look for in successful book proposals.
Segment 3: Higher Education and the Public [22:55-36:02]
In segment three, David discusses the responsibility of scholars to connect with the public.
Bonus Clip: Common Misconceptions About Book Editors and Publishing [00:00-06:23]
To share feedback about this podcast episode, ask questions that could be featured in a future episode, or to share research-related resources, contact the “Research in Action” podcast:
Twitter: @RIA_podcast or #RIA_podcast Email: [email protected] Voicemail: 541-737-1111
If you listen to the podcast via iTunes, please consider leaving us a review.
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On this episode, I am joined by David Brightman, a senior editor with Stylus Publishing LLC where he helps authors put research into practice. Previously, Davis was a lead editor with the Jossey-Bass Higher and Adult Education book series. David has a BA in Interdisciplinary Studies from the University of California, Berkeley and a Professional Certificate in Publishing from the UC Extension.
Segment 1: What does a Book Editor Do? [00:00-10:57]
In this first segment, David describes his role and shares how book editors are different from journal editors.
Segment 2: What does a Book Editor Look For? [10:58-22:54]
In segment two, David shares what book editors look for in successful book proposals.
Segment 3: Higher Education and the Public [22:55-36:02]
In segment three, David discusses the responsibility of scholars to connect with the public.
Bonus Clip: Common Misconceptions About Book Editors and Publishing [00:00-06:23]
To share feedback about this podcast episode, ask questions that could be featured in a future episode, or to share research-related resources, contact the “Research in Action” podcast:
Twitter: @RIA_podcast or #RIA_podcast Email: [email protected] Voicemail: 541-737-1111
If you listen to the podcast via iTunes, please consider leaving us a review.