NewManifest Communications

07/06/2024

Along with book editing and writing, my articles for Cityview magazine are another meaningful and fulfilling way to tell inspiring stories—including the latest, on the HonorAir Flight experience with a plane load of veterans from Knoxville to DC and back in April. It was a huge privilege to chronicle the day. You can read it at: https://cityviewmag.com/finally-home/.

Veterans experience a day like no other on an HonorAir Knoxville flightStanding near the intersection of the two sloping, black-granite walls that form the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, DC, on a sunny April afternoon, Eddie Mannis searches

05/01/2024

I had a blast interviewing and writing about top pro Chris Dickerson and the rapid growth of disc golf in Tennessee (and beyond) for the latest issue of Cityview magazine. Big thanks to his better half, Brittany, for helping to make it possible. And shout-out to MattyO Orum for being a key part of the story—although it was really painful to type “Roll Tide!” ( ) See this and my other Cityview features at https://cityviewmag.com/author/philnewman/.

01/24/2024

As a book editor, my hat’s off (booties too) to Elle Cordova for this hilarious take on (wait for it…) typefaces. Yes—it’s possible to mine some comedy gold from fonts.

01/15/2024

It was my honor to interview and write about Iraq War veteran Bryan Gansner in the latest issue of Cityview magazine: https://cityviewmag.com/the-mission-goes-on/ **If you’re a struggling U.S. service member or veteran, or a concerned friend, Irreverent Warriors and Stop Soldier Su***de offer a 24/7, confidential, trauma-informed service at (844) 689-0445.

Bryan Gansner, who barely survived war, helps other vets survive its aftermathOnly days after September 11, 2001, country star Alan Jackson wrote “Where Were You When the World Stopped Turning?” He would perform the song live to a teary-eyed audience

12/10/2023

I'm so thankful for the clients I've been privileged to work with this year. They include Edit Resource, one of the most respected independent editorial firms in Christian publishing. Eric and Elisa are beyond fantastic to work with on every level. Shout-out! (Here's my ER profile page if you'd like to learn more.)

Phil Newman Phil is a seasoned book editor who began his freelance career for Thomas Nelson in 2009. His work has spanned multiple publishers, including HarperCollins, Penguin Random House, Forefront, IVP, Baker, and more. The numerous authors whose books Phil has worked on include Franklin Graham,....

11/02/2023

It was my honor to meet and write about Air Force veteran and retired Colonel Jim O’Brien in the latest issue of Cityview magazine. Jim’s journey from Vietnam to the top tier of the Pentagon—and his selfless dedication to serving others—is filled with inspiration and insights.

Former Air Force leader and Vietnam veteran Jim O'Brien gives back to his adopted Knoxville communityWhen 591 American prisoners of war arrived back on U.S. soil from Vietnam in early 1973, Jim O’Brien was midway through his studies at the University

10/29/2023

I’ve had the privilege of developing, editing, proofing, and contributing content to some amazing books recently, including these titles. Publishing is rocking, and authors across genres, backgrounds, and experiences are sharing inspiring stories and insights. Gotta love it!

06/30/2023

What an honor it was to interview and write about centenarian Ruth Skidmore of , TN, a nurse who later became a guitar-shredding musician and is still part of a band called the Golden Eagles. At 100+, she remains a pistol! Read all about her in here:

For World War II nurse Ruth Skidmore, service and sacrifice strike a chord“I’ve got an idea for a story,” my friend said.“Okay, shoot,” I replied.“It’s about a woman who is 100 and going strong. She’s spicy and feisty. Back in 1941, after Pearl Harbo

11/03/2022

Congratulations to Jessica Willis Fisher on the release of her book Unspeakable. It was my privilege to help edit her beautifully crafted, powerfully vulnerable, deeply disturbing, and ultimately inspiring story.

10/27/2022

The publishing world is alive and well, with authors cranking out a bevy of books. It's a post-COVID creative cacophony. We're having a blast developing, copyediting, providing content for, and proofing a number of titles for a range of publishers these days.

11/03/2021

Also fun to run across this gem of a verse in today’s reading, from John 17:6 (NKJV).