Megan Sells

As an Acquisitions Manager and Developmental Editor at Atmosphere Press, Megan helps authors navigate hybrid publishing contracts and shape their manuscripts into powerful, polished books ready for publication. They’re passionate about storytelling craft and love helping writers deepen their characters and tighten their narratives—nothing beats the thrill of seeing a story click into place.

They hold an M.F.A. in Acting and Directing from the University of Missouri–Kansas City, and before joining the publishing world, Megan spent years developing new plays with theatre companies like the Oregon Shakespeare Festival and Kansas City Repertory Theatre. That background gives them a uniquely embodied, character-driven approach to editing. They’ve edited more than two dozen books across genres like speculative fiction, YA/MG, and memoir.

When it comes to new projects, Megan is excited to connect with authors who bring energy, originality, and heart to their work. Atmosphere Press considers manuscripts in every genre, and Megan especially loves working with writers who have fresh perspectives, distinctive voices, and a clear spark of passion for the story they’re telling.

Megan is also a featured speaker at Writing Day Workshops, The Fiction Lab, and other programs focused on narrative technique. They’re a speculative fiction fanatic, an obsessed pet parent, and a sucker for a good thrift store find. Megan lives in Tulsa, OK in a household containing 3 cats, 3 dogs, and 3 humans (or 5 cats, if you count the porch regulars!). When they’re not editing or writing, you’ll find them daydreaming about horses or hunting down the perfect weird coffee mug.