Jenny Baumgartner

A professional editor and book coach for 25+ years, Jenny enjoys working with writers to transform their words and personal stories into impactful, inspiring books.

Former editorial director at HarperCollins Christian Publishing, executive editor at Hachette, and currently the head of her long-running editorial practice and agency, she has had the opportunity to work on hundreds of titles, specializing in trade nonfiction and memoir. Books she has acquired, coached, and edited include the bestsellers Joyspan by Dr. Kerry Burnight, Girl, Wash Your Face by Rachel Hollis, A Serial Killer’s Daughter by Kerri Rawson, and Saving Aziz by Chad Robichaux.

Jenny holds a master’s degree and has done doctoral coursework in English and writing. She regularly teaches workshops in writing and publishing, equipping writers with the tools to craft compelling content.

When she’s not reading or editing, you’ll find her hiking, sipping coffee, and navigating life as a mother of twins in Nashville, Tennessee.

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