Editor Interview: Livingston Press Go to the listing List all editor interviews Edit answers (editors only) Describe what you publish in 25 characters or less.literary fictionJoe Taylor, Director on 03 December 2020What other current publications (or publishers) do you admire most?Sagging Meniscus Press, Melville HouseJoe Taylor, Director on 03 December 2020If you publish writing, who are your favorite writers? If you publish art, who are your favorite artists?Kurt Vonnegut, Darcey Steinke, Alice Hoffman, Kate Atkinson, Graham GreeneJoe Taylor, Director on 03 December 2020What sets your publication apart from others that publish similar material?We are fond of two sometimes conflicting points: plot and form.Joe Taylor, Director on 03 December 2020What is the best advice you can give people who are considering submitting work to your publication?We advise simultaneous submissions, since we can take so very few works.Joe Taylor, Director on 03 December 2020Describe the ideal submission.A strong voice.Joe Taylor, Director on 03 December 2020How much do you want to know about the person submitting to you?Yes, cover letters are polite and they are like a handshake--or these days, like a COVID nod. Yes, previous publications help also.Joe Taylor, Director on 03 December 2020If you publish writing, how much of a piece do you read before making the decision to reject it?If I haven't been caught within fifteen or so pages, I typically stop.Joe Taylor, Director on 03 December 2020What additional evaluations, if any, does a piece go through before it is accepted?Sometimes I make suggestions to an author and reconsider a revised manuscript.Joe Taylor, Director on 03 December 2020What is a day in the life of an editor like for you?Hectic.Joe Taylor, Director on 03 December 2020How much do you edit an accepted piece prior to publication?Anywhere from lightly to heavily, though the latter comes only when I look at a manuscript for a second time.Joe Taylor, Director on 03 December 2020Do you nominate work you've published for any national or international awards?Yes. But I like for the author to investigate those awards and help me with decisions.Joe Taylor, Director on 03 December 2020 Cookie Consent: This site uses secure first-party cookies for essential, preference-setting, and statistical purposes. We do not use any marketing, advertising, or third-party cookies. Read our full cookie policy. Accept All Cookies Allow Essential Cookies Only