Peggy Sue Wood

New York University, Summer Publishing Institute | July 2018

Certification in Publishing

Chapman University | May 2018

M.A. in English Literature

Chapman University | May 2017

B.A. in English Literature & B.F.A. in Creative Writing

• Honors: Cum Laude x2, Sigma Tau Delta

Freelance Editing & Writing | November 2018 - Present

Developmental, Copy, and Line Editor + Marketing Content Creator

• Assisting self-publishing authors with copy, line, and developmental edits on various novels; Assisting authors in book promotion research and editorial scheduling; Designing and planning editorial schedules; Help with project management; Assisting authors network and connect with other talent such as cover designers and publicity aides; Assisting individuals and groups with social media and market copywriting; Ghost writing novel length pieces and blog posts for clients; Manuscript review

Blogger

• Peggy's Editorial is a blog aimed at professionals who are new to publishing. It aims to be a resource for those interested or just starting out in a publishing career; Publishes weekly on Saturdays at peggyseditorial.tumblr.com and here under the page "Blog Posts"
• The Anime View is a blog aimed at those interested in anime, manga, comics, and other forms of entertainment media; Publishes weekly on Saturdays at theanimeview.com and here under the page "Blog Posts"

Tutoring + College Prep, January 2020 - Present

• Assisting high school and undergraduate college students in preparing for college and in adjusting to collegiate academic standards
• Started as a means to build experience for PhD applications

MAL Rewrite Editor, March 2019 - Present

• A volunteer position where passionate editors and writers coordinate, schedule, and publish revised and more complete synopses on MyAnimeList.com, allowing fans and those interested in watching or reading a series to have a better understanding of the story

Sigma Tau Delta | March 2019 - Present

Alumni Epsilon Chapter President

• 2 Year Term, 2019-2021; In-charge of the Bylaws Committee and chapter management

John Wiley and Sons | August 2018 - November 2018

Editorial Assistant

• Handled contracting and covers process for two acquisitions editors; Tracked project deadlines; Coordinated between different authors, teams, and departments; Handled additional work to standard to an assistant role
• Left this job in order to take care of a family issue. Circumstances have changed and the issue has since been resolved.

Kim’s Antiques | June 2012 – May 2018

Lead Sales Agent

• Became top sales operator in first year after tripling For Sale items; Trained new employees; Handled payroll, shipping schedules, and other administrative duties; Wrote over 1,000 sheets of copywriting for sales and marketing

Chapman University | January 2018 – May 2018

Graduate Teaching Assistant, Spring 2018

• Assisted Dr. Myron Yeager by performing teaching and teaching-related duties, such as developing teaching materials, research, giving examinations, and tutoring during set office hours for students; Class ENG 222

DC Entertainment | June 2017 - August 2017

Editorial Intern

• Learned the process of making comics from pitch to publication (Birds of Prey Issue #18); recreated the in-house art and story reference guide for the Superman Group ; contributed to organizing the Vertigo titles’ catalog; As of January 2020, still a featured intern shown on WarnerBros' Internships Webpage

Sigma Tau Delta | Fall 2016 - May 2018

AZI Chapter President

• Worked up to becoming chapter president over the course of the first year by becoming the Events Coordinator, than Vice President, and was later voted in as President; Held position until graduation; Achieved goal of increasing social media presence and following by 200%; Achieved goal of having chapter host at least one workshop per academic year upon entering leadership roles; Planned and hosted the Sigma Tau Delta Regional Conference of 2018
  • Guest Speaker: Stepanka Jislova - Fall 2016 (Graphic Novel Workshop)
  • Richard Fairgray - ---(Graphic Novel Workshop)
  • Guest Speaker: Gustave Arellano - Fall 2017 (Journalism Workshop)
  • Guest Speaker: Ruthanne Salido - Spring 2018 (Journalism Workshop)
  • Entering Professional Academia - Fall 2018 (Academic Workshop)

The Upstart Crows, Chapman University's Undergraduate Interdisciplinary Journal | August 2017-July 2018

Founder and Editor-In-Chief

• Handled administrative duties including: organizing events, coordinating the publication schedule, managing incoming submissions, and more

THE PROWL or ChapBook, Chapman University's Daily Digital News | January 2018 - May 2018

Managing Editor

• Worked with the Editor-in-Chief to divide work between editors; Assigned stories; Managed the publishing schedule; Released daily updates to professors and members of the team; Coordinated with other publications around campus; Handled administrative duties similar to that of The Upstart Crows

Prowl Magazine, Chapman University's Digital Magazine | January 2018 - April 2018

Managing Editor

• Worked with the Editor-in-Chief to divide work between editors; Assigned stories; Managed the publishing schedule; Released daily updates to professors and members of the team; Coordinated with other publications around campus; Handled administrative duties similar to that of The Upstart Crows

Anastamos, Chapman University's Graduate Interdisciplinary Journal | August 2017-May 2018

Assistant Editor of Creative Writing

Calliope, Chapman University's Journal for Art and Creative Writing | August 2017-May 2018

Editor of Creative Writing

Her Campus Media Magazine, Chapman University Chapter | January 2017-May 2018

Student Staff Writer

• Presented for and promoted the publication at the Sigma Tau Delta Far West Regional Conference 2018; Submitted on a bi-monthly basis

The Underground, Chapman University's Experimental Zine | August 2016-May 2018

Creative Writing Editor & Web Designer

The Promethean, Concordia University's Literary Journal | September 2013-May 2015

Editor

-- Standard To All Student Editorial Positions:

• Collaborated with other students to meet deadlines; Participated in group meetings and discussions; Reviewed all incoming submissions; Edited multiple stories and communicated with authors

• Member of the Society for Professional Journalists (SPJ)
• Member of the American Copy-Editors' Society (ACES)
• Member of the MAL Rewrite Team, Volunteer Editor Role
• Member of The Authors Guild
• Member of Sigma Tau Delta, Alumni Epsilon President

Professional Based:

• (2020) "Authorial Intent: Does It Matter In Publishing?" - Accepted to Sigma Tau Delta's International 2020 Convention
• (2019) - Accepted onto MAL Rewrite Team as an Editor
• (2017-2018) - Published regularly by Her Campus Media Magazine, link to articles.

Academic Writing:

• (2018) "Oscar Wilde: Child of the Classics" - Presented at Chapman University's Student Research Day Spring 2018 | 9 May 2018
• (2018) "The Female Novelist's Anxiety of Authorship" - Presented at Chapman University's Graduate Research Day Spring 2018 | 7 May 2018
• (2018) "Maurice's Love: Coming Out Hasn't Changed" - Presented at The International E. M. Forster Society's Annual Convention | April 2018
• (2018) "The Sellout: A Hero?" - Presented at Sigma Tau Delta Far West Conference Spring 2018 | 28 April 2018
• (2016) "A Gay Superhero" - Presented at Sigma Tau Delta Far West Regional Conference Fall 2016

Creative Writing:

• (2020) "An Introduction to Writing" - Accepted to Sigma Tau Delta's International 2020 Convention
• (2019) "My Dad is An Alien" - Presented at Sigma Tau Delta International Convention 2019
• (2018) "When?" or "Nameless" - Presented at Sigma Tau Delta's Far West Conference Spring 2018
• (2018) "I Confess" - Presented at Sigma Tau Delta International Convention 2018
• (2017) "(Im)Perfect" - Presented at Sigma Tau Delta International Convention 2017
• (2015) “Six Mourners” - Published in Concordia University’s The Promethean, Issue 2014/2015