Harrison Demchick
@harrisondemchick.bsky.social
The world's most thorough content editor. More than 80 books and 60 authors guided toward publication. Author of The Listeners (2012). Singer/songwriter of Otherguy (2018). Screenwriter of Ape Canyon (2019). Hire me: https://reedsy.com/harrison-demchick
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Harrison Demchick - Editor | Reedsy
Washington D.C., DC, USA Editor: The world's most thorough content editor. Expert in fiction and memoir. More than 80 books and 60 authors guided toward publication.
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Yes, my services as a developmental editor are available. Check my reviews, novels I've edited, and learn how to get in contact with me below
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To those of you who celebrate, Christmas wishes on the Eve of the big day. Best to you and yours.
December 24, 2025 at 4:08 PM
To those of you who celebrate, Christmas wishes on the Eve of the big day. Best to you and yours.
The Listeners provides Christmas fun for the whole family. Ho ho ho for horror!
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The Listeners
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December 23, 2025 at 1:46 PM
The Listeners provides Christmas fun for the whole family. Ho ho ho for horror!
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I am releasing a holiday-themed bar of soap called I'll Be Foam For Christmas
December 22, 2025 at 2:07 PM
I am releasing a holiday-themed bar of soap called I'll Be Foam For Christmas
Reviews don't get any more to the point: "Harrison is the best editor I've ever worked with."
Thank you, George. It was a pleasure working with you.
If any of you reading are in need of a developmental editor, learn about my background and reach out below
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Thank you, George. It was a pleasure working with you.
If any of you reading are in need of a developmental editor, learn about my background and reach out below
reedsy.com/harrison-dem...
Harrison Demchick - Editor | Reedsy
Washington D.C., DC, USA Editor: The world's most thorough content editor. Expert in fiction and memoir. More than 80 books and 60 authors guided toward publication.
reedsy.com
December 22, 2025 at 1:22 PM
Reviews don't get any more to the point: "Harrison is the best editor I've ever worked with."
Thank you, George. It was a pleasure working with you.
If any of you reading are in need of a developmental editor, learn about my background and reach out below
reedsy.com/harrison-dem...
Thank you, George. It was a pleasure working with you.
If any of you reading are in need of a developmental editor, learn about my background and reach out below
reedsy.com/harrison-dem...
The first few pages of my next book have been leaked
December 20, 2025 at 8:22 PM
The first few pages of my next book have been leaked
"Disability Arts pioneer and internationally acclaimed writer Kenny Fries establishes an award to elevate and amplify the work of emerging disabled and/or Deaf writers"
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A New Literary Prize to Support Emerging Disabled Writers - Publishing Perspectives
Disability Arts pioneer and internationally acclaimed writer Kenny Fries establishes an award to elevate and amplify the work of emerging disabled and/or Deaf writers.
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December 19, 2025 at 1:32 PM
"Disability Arts pioneer and internationally acclaimed writer Kenny Fries establishes an award to elevate and amplify the work of emerging disabled and/or Deaf writers"
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"AI Mode is mangling recipes by merging instructions from multiple creators – and causing them huge dips in ad traffic"
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Google AI summaries are ruining the livelihoods of recipe writers: ‘It’s an extinction event’
AI Mode is mangling recipes by merging instructions from multiple creators – and causing them huge dips in ad traffic
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December 19, 2025 at 1:30 PM
"AI Mode is mangling recipes by merging instructions from multiple creators – and causing them huge dips in ad traffic"
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www.theguardian.com/technology/2...
Nothing spreads cheer during the holiday season than stories about plagues, cults, and society descending into lawlessness!
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The Listeners
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December 18, 2025 at 1:44 PM
Nothing spreads cheer during the holiday season than stories about plagues, cults, and society descending into lawlessness!
www.amazon.com/Listeners-Ha...
www.amazon.com/Listeners-Ha...
As an editor, I operate under the principle that it's not enough to tell you what isn't working. You also need to know what IS working, so you know what you're doing well.
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Harrison Demchick - Editor | Reedsy
Washington D.C., DC, USA Editor: The world's most thorough content editor. Expert in fiction and memoir. More than 80 books and 60 authors guided toward publication.
reedsy.com
December 15, 2025 at 3:01 PM
As an editor, I operate under the principle that it's not enough to tell you what isn't working. You also need to know what IS working, so you know what you're doing well.
reedsy.com/harrison-dem...
reedsy.com/harrison-dem...
For the reader in your life who enjoys post-apocalyptic and collapse fiction
Available in paperback, hardcover, audiobook, and digitally
www.amazon.com/Listeners-Ha...
Available in paperback, hardcover, audiobook, and digitally
www.amazon.com/Listeners-Ha...
The Listeners
Amazon.com: The Listeners eBook : Demchick, Harrison: Books
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December 12, 2025 at 1:39 PM
For the reader in your life who enjoys post-apocalyptic and collapse fiction
Available in paperback, hardcover, audiobook, and digitally
www.amazon.com/Listeners-Ha...
Available in paperback, hardcover, audiobook, and digitally
www.amazon.com/Listeners-Ha...
Does Inspector Gadget have a name? Are we supposed to believe his parents named him "Inspector" and that's the career path he chose?
This seems implausible
This may be a hot take, but Inspector Gadget is unrealistic. I bet in the real world his helicopter hat wouldn't even work
This seems implausible
This may be a hot take, but Inspector Gadget is unrealistic. I bet in the real world his helicopter hat wouldn't even work
December 11, 2025 at 2:40 PM
Does Inspector Gadget have a name? Are we supposed to believe his parents named him "Inspector" and that's the career path he chose?
This seems implausible
This may be a hot take, but Inspector Gadget is unrealistic. I bet in the real world his helicopter hat wouldn't even work
This seems implausible
This may be a hot take, but Inspector Gadget is unrealistic. I bet in the real world his helicopter hat wouldn't even work
"Reptiles" is a short work of dystopian horror inspired by the overturning of Roe v. Wade. All profits will be donated to @ultraviolet.bsky.social, an organization fighting for reproductive rights and women's rights.
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Reptiles: A Short Story
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December 10, 2025 at 1:46 PM
"Reptiles" is a short work of dystopian horror inspired by the overturning of Roe v. Wade. All profits will be donated to @ultraviolet.bsky.social, an organization fighting for reproductive rights and women's rights.
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Reposted by Harrison Demchick
We’re pleased to share our 2025 Annual Report, where you can find highlights of our work this year to create guidance and promote laws, policies, and practices that enable authors to serve the public good by sharing their creations as broadly as possible. Read the full report here:
Authors Alliance 2025 Annual Report
We’re pleased to share our 2025 annual report, where you can find highlights of our work this year to create guidance and promote laws, policies, and practices that enable authors to serve th…
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December 9, 2025 at 3:36 PM
We’re pleased to share our 2025 Annual Report, where you can find highlights of our work this year to create guidance and promote laws, policies, and practices that enable authors to serve the public good by sharing their creations as broadly as possible. Read the full report here:
Reposted by Harrison Demchick
I have already purchased too many books this holiday season.
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Just kidding.
There is no such thing as "too many books."
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Just kidding.
There is no such thing as "too many books."
December 8, 2025 at 1:57 PM
I have already purchased too many books this holiday season.
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Just kidding.
There is no such thing as "too many books."
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Just kidding.
There is no such thing as "too many books."
Reposted by Harrison Demchick
Planning some of next year’s “make publishing less mysterious” events a little early, and if you’re an industry pro who would be up for a trip to Philly (on me!) to give a talk, let me know!
Our events have been such a delight so far. Here’s the last one with @katemckean.bsky.social!
Our events have been such a delight so far. Here’s the last one with @katemckean.bsky.social!
December 7, 2025 at 7:45 PM
Planning some of next year’s “make publishing less mysterious” events a little early, and if you’re an industry pro who would be up for a trip to Philly (on me!) to give a talk, let me know!
Our events have been such a delight so far. Here’s the last one with @katemckean.bsky.social!
Our events have been such a delight so far. Here’s the last one with @katemckean.bsky.social!
Most of the people I interact with here write prose or nonfiction. How many of you also write POETRY?
December 5, 2025 at 2:17 PM
Most of the people I interact with here write prose or nonfiction. How many of you also write POETRY?
I am looking for well-written, character-driven serialized television that does not drag out for 12 seasons. Recommendations?
December 4, 2025 at 2:49 PM
I am looking for well-written, character-driven serialized television that does not drag out for 12 seasons. Recommendations?
If your characters act in a certain way solely because the plot demands it, rethink the characters or rethink the plot
December 3, 2025 at 5:09 PM
If your characters act in a certain way solely because the plot demands it, rethink the characters or rethink the plot
How many of you participated in NaNoWriMo this month? Did you reach your goal, and more importantly, are you happy with your story?
December 1, 2025 at 1:47 PM
How many of you participated in NaNoWriMo this month? Did you reach your goal, and more importantly, are you happy with your story?
Thank you for this review, Kate!
"Harrison gave clear, detailed and actionable feedback on my first draft which was what I needed at this stage. I found him professional and supportive to work with - highly recommended"
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"Harrison gave clear, detailed and actionable feedback on my first draft which was what I needed at this stage. I found him professional and supportive to work with - highly recommended"
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Harrison Demchick - Editor | Reedsy
Washington D.C., DC, USA Editor: The world's most thorough content editor. Expert in fiction and memoir. More than 80 books and 60 authors guided toward publication.
reedsy.com
November 28, 2025 at 5:54 PM
Thank you for this review, Kate!
"Harrison gave clear, detailed and actionable feedback on my first draft which was what I needed at this stage. I found him professional and supportive to work with - highly recommended"
reedsy.com/harrison-dem...
"Harrison gave clear, detailed and actionable feedback on my first draft which was what I needed at this stage. I found him professional and supportive to work with - highly recommended"
reedsy.com/harrison-dem...
If you have a locally-owned bookstore in your community, give them a shoutout for Black Friday!
#BuyBooks #BuyMoreBooks #ShopLocal #Bookstore #Bookstores #LocalBookstore
#BuyBooks #BuyMoreBooks #ShopLocal #Bookstore #Bookstores #LocalBookstore
November 28, 2025 at 3:11 PM
If you have a locally-owned bookstore in your community, give them a shoutout for Black Friday!
#BuyBooks #BuyMoreBooks #ShopLocal #Bookstore #Bookstores #LocalBookstore
#BuyBooks #BuyMoreBooks #ShopLocal #Bookstore #Bookstores #LocalBookstore
If today is going to be a day of rampant consumerism in the U.S., at least direct that consumerism towards something worthwhile
November 28, 2025 at 2:46 PM
If today is going to be a day of rampant consumerism in the U.S., at least direct that consumerism towards something worthwhile
Best to all of you today, extended to your family and loved ones. No matter how you are spending your day, may it be a happy and healthy one
November 27, 2025 at 6:21 PM
Best to all of you today, extended to your family and loved ones. No matter how you are spending your day, may it be a happy and healthy one