J. Maxwell Barid
Author. Editor. Creator.
Crisis Committee
Philanthropic Arms, Book I
The largest non-profit medical aid foundation in the world has a secret. It’s Svetlana Rostova, the Executive Director's, sworn duty to ensure that those secrets never see the light of day. She and her Committee of advisors never fail to solve problems quickly, efficiently, and quietly. Until her chief financial officer discovered an Interpol agent digging into their numbered accounts, her job was a breeze.
The first brick has fallen, and every empire’s collapse begins with one single brick. If Svetlana doesn’t act soon, working with and trusting her Committee, then all that she’s built will come crumbling down at her feet.
Coming the Summer of '26
About Me
I'm an avid writer with an eye for detail, plot, and characterization. Having written stories since I was in middle school, I know how it feels to drive a manuscript through to completion. My favorite genres are Sci-Fi but Espionage, but I love editing manuscripts of all kinds. I'm thrilled to announce that I've completed the first draft of my debut novel, Crisis Committee, which will be published in the summer of 2026.
I'm proud to say that I hold a Poynter-ACES copy-editing certificate. This certificate specializes in the AP Style Guide, and has equipped me to tackle copy editing projects of all kinds. Additionally, I'm actively enrolled in the University of Chicago's Professional Development Certificate in Editing. I am dedicated to becoming the best editor that I can be, to help you become the best writer that you can be.
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