Laura Gifford,
Editor-in-Chief
Lutheran theology and history; ministry in context; American religious history
Manuscript Submissions
The editorial team at Fortress Press considers projects on an ongoing basis. If you would like to submit your project for consideration, please do so by contacting the editor whose interests align most closely to yours.
Book proposals must include a number of important elements. Please review our submissions guidelines document to ensure that your proposal is complete.
Due to volume of proposals, our editorial staff can respond only to those that are a potential fit for our publishing program.
Our Editorial Team
Our dedicated editorial team is a blend of seasoned subject matter experts who collaborate closely with authors to transform their visions into reality. Each of our editors holds advanced degrees in religious studies, spanning fields such as theology, biblical studies, and ministry. We're excited to embark on a publishing journey with you. To discuss your book project with one of our editors, please click on their name to email them.
Carey Newman, Executive Editor
Old Testament, Ancient Near East Studies, Second Temple Judaism, New Testament, early Christianity, and Christology
Yvonne D. Hawkins, Acquisitions Editor
pastoral care and counseling, social justice, womanism, and the practices of the church
Kathleen Gallagher Elkins, Acquisitions Editor
Biblical studies, ancient Judaism and Christianity, interreligious dialogue, feminist studies in religion
Bethany Dickerson, Managing Editor and Acquisitions Editor
theology, culture, literature, religious history, and biblical studies
Adam Bursi, Associate Acquisitions Editor
late ancient and medieval Christianity; Judaism; Islam; interreligious dialogue and comparison; religious studies