Our Team
Heidi von Palleske
With a passion for literary fiction, our founder, Heidi von Palleske, oversees the editorial process at Smart House Books, ensuring every manuscript meets our high standards.
Aaron Rachel Brown
As the Publishing Director, Jand creative director/designer, Aaron works closely with authors to bring their stories to life, supporting diverse voices and innovative narratives.
Karl Jason O'Donnohue
In the role of Manuscript Evaluator, Karl plays a key role in reviewing submissions and offering constructive feedback to aspiring authors.