Northeast Editing, Inc.
About the Authors
Northeast Editing, Inc., has been developing electronic and print products for educational publishers since 1992. Founded by Tracey Vasil Biscontini, the company works with clients to create high-quality, socially sensitive test-preparation and library-reference products, textbooks, teacher guides, and trade books for students of all ages. Located in a former rectory in Jenkins Township, nestled between Wilkes-Barre and Scranton in northeastern Pennsylvania, the company employs 14 full-time editors, several part-time employees, and a large pool of local freelance authors and editors. The staff enjoys a relaxed work environment that feels like a home away from home. When theyre not hard at work, the editors and writers at Northeast Editing enjoy breaks in a large backyard and take time to scratch the bellies of the three rescued cats that live at the office.
Authors Acknowledgments
Northeast Editing would like to extend special thanks to Greg Tubach, our acquisitions editor, and Elizabeth Kuball, our project editor, for their advice and patience during every step of this project.
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Project Editor: Elizabeth Kuball
Copy Editor: Catherine Schwenk
Technical Editor: Stacy Bell
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