Brett Wright Email & Phone Number

New York, Ny, Us

United States

As a freelance editor and writer, I provide developmental feedback, line editing, brainstorming, proofreading, copyediting, sensitivity reads, proofreading, and cold reading services to individuals and corporations. Clients have included Fieldtex Medical, Penguin, Random House, Scholastic Inc., Simon & Schuster, Bloomsbury, and Fieldtex Medical.In addition to my full-time editorial work, I've authored three teen books in the OMG Classics series — YOLO Juliet, A Midsummer Night #nofilter, and Scrooge #worstgiftever — that transformed public domain literature into humorous, satirical content that leveraged social media to engage readers.

New York, New York, United States

I was hired as the only senior editor at Bright Matter Books, a new nonfiction imprint for children ages three and up, whose mission statement, acquisitions strategy, name, logo, and more I helped strategize before it launched in 2022. While at Bright Matter Books, I brought to market 21 titles on a fast-track schedule within a year of my hire, including numerous serialized titles that were published simultaneously. I edited the New York Times bestselling illustrated middle-grade novel Unstoppable Us by acclaimed author Yuval Noah Harari and the series' second volume, Unstoppable Us: Why the World Isn't Fair. I also worked on notable books like How a King Plays by Oliver Boydell, How to Survive Middle School Math: A Do-It-Yourself Study Guide, and on properties like Dr. Seuss, Totally Random Kids, and Puzzlooies.

New York, New York, United States

At Clever, I developed, edited, and wrote children's books for ages 0 to 6, focusing on picture, activity, novelty, and interactive book formats with engaging and educational content for early concept learning.As the sole editor for the U.S. division, I managed two high-volume seasonal lists a year — each consisting of approximately 60 frontlist and reprint titles — while ensuring they met the standards of a competitive market.

Los Angeles, California, United States

I served as a global children’s book editor and project manager for Disney and Pixar Animation feature films, overseeing the creation of materials used by more than 45 global licensees for their publishing programs. I drove brand presence by pitching and developing written content for new releases, Classic, Evergreen, and Princess film properties — all while following specific brand and voice guidelines befitting Disney and Pixar. I successfully spearheaded the development of two rush projects for Ralph Breaks the Internet (based around Vanellope and the Disney Princesses) within a two-month timeline and drove critical sales to over a dozen global licensees. I also ensured all security protocols and NDAs were adhered to for highly confidential, embargoed items.

New York, New York, United States

I started at Bloomsbury Children's Books as an assistant editor and was promoted to associate editor and editor. During my five years there, I sourced, pitched, and developed picture books, chapter books, middle-grade and young-adult fiction and nonfiction. Notable books and authors I worked with include One Last Word: Wisdom from the Harlem Renaissance by Nikki Grimes; Busy Builders, Busy Week by Jean Reidy with art by Leo Timmers; E. D. Baker, author of The Frog Princess; and chapter book series such as Dance Divas and Super Fly. I leveraged emerging trends and themes that informed my work on an average of 15 original titles per year while managing backlist titles, including redesigned art concepts and bonus editorial content for paperback, repackaged, and special editions.

New York, New York, United States

Reporting to the publishers of Abrams Books for Younger Readers and Amulet Books, I provided daily editorial and administrative support for the children's department, working on fiction and nonfiction picture books and middle-grade and teen novels for all ages. I assisted managers who edited notable high-profile authors, including Jeff Kinney, Lauren Myracle, and Tom Angleberger. Annually, I wrote and created sales, marketing, and consumer copy for over 75 titles split between two seasonal lists.

New York, New York, United States

I provided administrative support to the Executive Editorial Director of Scholastic Press. I read and evaluated agented manuscripts, copyedited interior proofs, and participated in creative project brainstorming meetings.

Boston, Ma

As a student tour supervisor, I assisted with the search process, hiring, and training for all vacant tour guide positions. I was responsible for training new staff on admission standards and daily office operations, leading presentations at national conferences and forums. I was recognized for my work in 2007 when I was named Student Employee of the Year for the Undergraduate Admission Office.