Hello,
My name is Bud Smith, I am the author of the novels, Teenager (Vintage ’22) and Mighty (Knopf ’27) among others. My short stories “Violets” and “Skyhawks” have been published in The Paris Review. I work heavy construction in a labor union in NJ. It’s been my privilege over the years to teach fiction, and to edit.
Editing:
Manuscripts
I’m available for hire as an editor. Novels, short story collections, memoirs, you name it. My rate varies depending on the needs of the author, and the shape the work is in. Reach out, tell me what you’re up to and how I can help. Use the form below or email budsmithwrites@gmail.com.
Short Stories
I edit short stories and essays as well. Reach out, tell me what you’re working on and how I can help.
Workshops:
Advanced Fiction Workshops. I have been teaching fiction workshops. Wednesday nights. Brooklyn. 7:30 PM. Sessions will run all through 2026. If you are interested in applying please email one page of fiction to the above email address, or contact me through the form below.
Thank you for your interest and for making your art
Much respect to you,
Bud Smith
Cool, Good Luck 