The EFA’s Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Transformation (EDIT) committee presents Candid Conversations, a virtual series featuring thought leaders in diversity, equity, and inclusion, who will spotlight their own personal and professional journeys navigating their careers.

Joining us on Feb. 20 at 6 p.m. (EST) for the conversation, “Subtle Slurs—Everyday Language’s Ableist Origins,” is Dayna Reidenouer. Dayna (they/she) is Your Publishing BFF, a line/copy editor and book coach specializing in inclusive romance, cozy mysteries, and children’s books. They’ve also been known to ghostwrite, turning the frameworks of stories into fleshed-out novels readers return to again and again.

When Dayna’s not polishing a manuscript, reading another MM romance, or tinkering with their website, they can be found in a professional development class or volunteering. Dayna chaired the 2024 Contemporary Romance Writers virtual writing conference and is in their second term as an elected member of the Editorial Freelancers Association Board of Directors. Learn more about Dayna’s editing, coaching, and writing services at https://www.YourPublishingBFF.com, and follow them at @YourPublishingBFF on Instagram, Threads, and Bluesky.

Register for the Zoom meeting and submit your questions for Dayna ahead of time.