Christine Pride is a writer, editor, and a veteran of the publishing industry. She has served in editorial positions at a number of prominent trade imprints, including Doubleday, Broadway, Crown, Hyperion, and Simon & Schuster. Christine's editorial expertise is particularly evident in her work with a variety of books, notably placing a special emphasis on inspirational stories and memoirs. Her success in publishing is highlighted by the numerous New York Times bestsellers she has published. In addition to her editorial work, Christine operates as a freelance editorial consultant, providing services such as selective editing, proposal and content development, as well as teaching and coaching. She also writes a regular column—"Race Matters"—for Cup of Jo. Christine makes her home in New York City.