Editor Interview: About Place Journal Go to the listing List all editor interviews Edit answers (editors only) Describe what you publish in 25 characters or less.Visions of changeMichael McDermott, Managing Editor, on 29 April 2014What other current publications (or publishers) do you admire most?Flyways, Island Press, Beacon, SalmonMichael McDermott, Managing Editor, on 29 April 2014If you publish writing, who are your favorite writers? If you publish art, who are your favorite artists?Raymond Williams, Octavia Butler, Patricia Monaghan,Michael McDermott, Managing Editor, on 29 April 2014What sets your publication apart from others that publish similar material?Guest edited by fellows of the Black Earth Institute, speaks to art serving the earth, social justice and the human spirit.Michael McDermott, Managing Editor, on 29 April 2014What is the best advice you can give people who are considering submitting work to your publication?Stick to the topic of the call for the issue. Look at the mission of the Black Earth Institute and the work of its fellows.Michael McDermott, Managing Editor, on 29 April 2014Describe the ideal submission.Various media, that speak to the subjects in the world beyond the self, skillfully done and powerful in its imagery and message.Michael McDermott, Managing Editor, on 29 April 2014What do submitters most often get wrong about your submissions process?Not speak to the topicMichael McDermott, Managing Editor, on 29 April 2014How much do you want to know about the person submitting to you?Short bio with credits and experience in the world and its issues in cover letter. Formal bio short.Michael McDermott, Managing Editor, on 29 April 2014If you publish writing, how much of a piece do you read before making the decision to reject it?The guest editors read and I can't say. I have edited two issues and it variesMichael McDermott, Managing Editor, on 29 April 2014What additional evaluations, if any, does a piece go through before it is accepted?May consult with others for quality or relevanceMichael McDermott, Managing Editor, on 29 April 2014What is a day in the life of an editor like for you?More work in solicitation as well. Reading done in no fixed fashion, mixed in with other duties. The editor also interacts with art/layout personMichael McDermott, Managing Editor, on 29 April 2014 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