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David E. Fessenden is launching out as an independent consultant after 20 years in editorial management for Christian publishers. Dave has a B.A. in journalism, an M.A. in religion, and over 30 years of experience in writing and editing. 

In his previous positions Dave has edited scholarly and popular journals, served on the staff of a Bible institute and was editor of a regional edition of the largest Protestant weekly newspaper in the country. Dave has published five books, produced study guides for two titles by A.W. Tozer (published in the back of the books), written hundreds of newspaper and magazine articles, and edited numerous academic and popular books. 

He recently completed a 10-year stint as a regular columnist for Cross & Quill, a Christian writers newsletter, and is a frequent speaker at writers’ conferences. Dave also conducts Sunday school teaching workshops based on his book, Teaching with All Your Heart. His latest book, Writing the Christian Nonfiction Book: Concept to Contract, was published by SonFire Media in 2011.



What others are saying about Dave:

          Not all editors and writers are created equal. Some writers and editors can accomplish the work but can’t teach. Dave Fessenden is an excellent writer and editor—but he can also teach it to others. . .  I recommend his services because Dave can speak and teach—as well as write and edit—with authority and excellence.
~ W. Terry Whalin
Morgan James Publishing

          Dave Fessenden is a skilled editor and writer with proven ability to juggle and meet multiple simultaneous deadlines as he managed a book publishing company. His ready laugh and patient, encouraging manner made working with him at writers conferences and for him as freelance editor both easy and enjoyable. He is a great storyteller, able to regale acquaintances and convert them into loyal friends.
~ Deb Strubel
Freelance writer and editor

          Dave was a managing editor when I first met him. He not only was generous with his knowledge, but taught me about editing, giving advice about perfecting proposals and manuscripts. . . . He is dependable and knowledgeable, and provides leadership with integrity. 
~ Crystal Laine Miller
Freelance book reviewer
Fiction acquisitions reader

          Dave knows the publishing business both from the writing and publishing sides. I supervised an independent study for him, which resulted in the publication of his book, Teaching With All Your Heart. As a freelancer, I later wrote children’s curriculum for a publication that he served as editor. Dave has a true heart for God and does an excellent job whether he is wearing the hat of writer or editor. He is always encouraging and fair in his appraisals.
 ~ Shirley Brosius
Adjunct faculty member
Evangelical Seminary

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I've known Dave Fessenden for a number of years, sat in on his conference classes, and read some of his works including one of the best books on writing I've ever read (From Concept to Contract). Not only is Dave a genuinely nice guy with a great sense of humor whom anyone would enjoy working with, but he's also a professional who is very capable of meeting your editorial and writer's needs. Visit Concept to Contract for more about Dave, as well as fabulous writer's tips! 

Linnette R Mullin is the writer of Life-changing Romance. Her debut novel, "Finding Beth", is scheduled to release late 2013 by CrossRiver Media. Visit LinnetteMullin.com for more details. She is the founder and coordinator of Palmetto Christian Writer's Network, runs the "We Are Writers" group on Facebook, and is an advocate for sufferers of Lyme Disease. Linnette has been married to her hubby, John, for over twenty years and is the mother of four amazing sons.