Always Quote by A. Scott Berg
“There is always a certain leap of faith that editors have made with their nonfiction writers. If the trust is broken, things can get very embarrassing for the writers and the publisher.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Publishing industry, 2020
Editors trust nonfiction writers; breaking that trust harms both parties.
In simple terms: Trust is essential for nonfiction publishing.
Key Takeaway
Maintain and protect editorial trust.
Themes
trust
publishing
collaboration
Mood
cautious
professional
Type
industry
advisory
When to use this quote
- book deals
- contract negotiations
- author workshops
Key Concepts
editorial ethics
author‑publisher relations
Questions to Reflect On
- How can editors rebuild trust after a breach?
- What safeguards can protect writer‑publisher relationships?
A Different Perspective
Trust can be fragile and hard to rebuild after breach.
