Our Team: Dedicated to Excellence
Our Team
At Peacock & Parker, our team shares an unwavering passion for books and a steadfast commitment to excellence. With a shared love for storytelling, we’ve built a culture that thrives on creativity, collaboration, and respect.
Our talented professionals come from all corners of the publishing world—editors, designers, marketers, and project managers—each contributing unique skills and industry expertise. This diversity empowers us to take a comprehensive approach to publishing, ensuring every element of your book, from manuscript refinement to cover design and marketing strategy, is handled with precision and care.
Collaboration is at the heart of what we do. We work hand-in-hand with each author, building partnerships based on trust, transparency, and a shared vision for success. At Peacock & Parker, we’re not just your publishing team—we’re your dedicated partners in crafting a book that captivates readers and leaves a lasting impact.
Team Members
Dominique Swanquist - CEO
Dominique Swanquist, CEO of Peacock & Parker, brings a wealth of experience from both the traditional and self-publishing worlds. Dominique has worn many hats in the publishing industry, from Project Manager and Self-Publishing manager to the Director of Operations for a Traditional Publishing house. Her deep love for books began at an early age, growing up surrounded by shelves filled with captivating stories that fueled her imagination and inspired her career path.
Dominique's journey in traditional publishing gave her a profound understanding of the industry's intricacies, but also exposed her to its limitations. She witnessed firsthand the challenges that authors faced, from losing creative control to navigating the often opaque publishing process. This experience, combined with her success in the self-publishing realm, where she enjoyed the freedom to bring her unique vision to life, fueled her desire to create a publishing model that offered the best of both worlds.
At Peacock & Parker, Dominique's mission is clear: to empower authors to take control of their publishing journey and ensure that their stories reach readers around the globe. She believes that every story deserves to be told authentically and that every author should have the opportunity to share their work without compromising their creative vision. Under her leadership, Peacock & Parker stands as a beacon of support and innovation, dedicated to helping writers transform their dreams into reality.
Audrey - Senior Editor
Audrey is the heart and soul of editorial excellence at Peacock & Parker. With over a decade of experience in the publishing industry, Audrey has honed her craft in both traditional publishing houses and dynamic freelance environments. Her meticulous attention to detail and profound love for the written word have made her an invaluable asset to authors and colleagues alike.
Audrey Fierberg is a fiction writer, developmental editor, ghostwriter and educator. She is the education director for the National Writers Series, and the editor-in-chief of Muse Literary. She received her Masters of Fine Arts in Fiction from Northwestern University, her Bachelors of Arts from Brown University and her Associates from The Bard College at Simon’s Rock. Her short story, “The Toad,” recently appeared in the Portland Review, and her short story, “Koan,” was featured in Meridian, University of Virginia’s literary journal. She lives in Traverse City, Michigan with her fiancé and her three orange cats. She loves to read, paint, throw pottery and garden.
At Peacock & Parker, Audrey is known for her collaborative and supportive approach to editing. She believes that every manuscript holds the potential for greatness and works closely with authors to enhance their narrative while preserving their unique voice. Audrey's goal is to ensure that each book not only meets the highest standards of quality but also resonates deeply with its audience. Her dedication to fostering a culture of creativity and respect makes her a cherished member of the Peacock & Parker team, and a trusted partner for authors on their publishing journey.