Editor Interview: Galactic Mindsea Empire Anthology Go to the listing List all editor interviews Edit answers (editors only) Describe what you publish in 25 characters or less.Mindsea Empire sci fiBonnie Brunish, Editor on 29 November 2024What sets your publication apart from others that publish similar material?We publish only stories set in a galactic empire of the distant future that has developed a "Deep-level" technology inspired by Bohmian physics.Bonnie Brunish, Editor on 29 November 2024What is the best advice you can give people who are considering submitting work to your publication?Thoroughly peruse the website in order to get a good overview of the Empire's complexities.Bonnie Brunish, Editor on 29 November 2024Describe the ideal submission.A well-researched story with equal parts characters, plot, and world-building.Bonnie Brunish, Editor on 29 November 2024What do submitters most often get wrong about your submissions process?The Empire's technology and the scope of its history take some study to get right.Bonnie Brunish, Editor on 29 November 2024How much do you want to know about the person submitting to you?Lists of previous publication credits aren't important; only the current submission is relevant.Bonnie Brunish, Editor on 29 November 2024If you publish writing, how much of a piece do you read before making the decision to reject it?If a submission is not set in the galactic empire, it is rejected as soon as that becomes apparent.Bonnie Brunish, Editor on 29 November 2024What additional evaluations, if any, does a piece go through before it is accepted?The usual evaluations for writing clarity, engaging characters, and satisfying plot also apply.Bonnie Brunish, Editor on 29 November 2024What is a day in the life of an editor like for you?As I read submissions, I think about how to help authors achieve a quicker and more comprehensive understanding of our shared universe, and this results in frequent updates to the website.Bonnie Brunish, Editor on 29 November 2024How much do you edit an accepted piece prior to publication?If a story is good but doesn't get some aspect of the Empire quite right, I explain the problem and allow the author to make needed changes. The usual copy edits are also made. The author gets final approval.Bonnie Brunish, Editor on 29 November 2024Do you nominate work you've published for any national or international awards?That is a possibilityBonnie Brunish, Editor on 29 November 2024 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