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Bonnie H.

From memoir and self-help to crime, business, and women's fiction, I can help you find your vision and your voice. Outstanding references.

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Eve P.

Eve P.

Award-winning Simon and Schuster author. Former literary agent. 20 years editing experience. Specialize in queries/pitches/synopses.

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Jane S.

I'm a freelance editor, author and librarian with an eye for detail. Kids' books, fiction, non-fiction, history books: I love them all!

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Jim G.

I am an award-winning non-fiction editor (HarperCollins, S&S) with hundreds of bestselling titles over 30 years. I am now a literary agent.

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Robin T.

Editor, Proofreader and Writer with over 20 years' experience in the publishing industry - biographies, fiction, music & education.

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Crystal B.

I write and edit award-winning children's books for publishers. I coach aspiring writers to help them create a professional manuscript.

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Lara A.

A consummate professional with over 20 years experience in the publishing industry, specializing in genre fiction and pop culture.

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Dynamic children's book agent, editor, and best-selling author with 15 years of experience at Scholastic & Random House Children's Books.

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Leya B.

What a life! I get to edit books--especially true crime, self-help, and dark fiction--and gently help authors share their passions.

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Tina M.

Experienced nonfiction/academic (business, leadership) and fiction copy editor/proofreader. Also, word-loving published writer and reader.

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Working with Tina has been one of the most meaningful and transformative parts of my publishing journey. She is that rare kind of editor who brings equal parts mastery, intuition, and genuine care to every page. Her feedback was never just technical — it was clarifying, grounding, and deeply attuned to the heart of the work. I felt seen, supported, and sharpened in all the right ways. Tina doesn’t simply polish a manuscript; she elevates it. She listens for the soul of the book, protects its...

Lisa Kaitz is, without question, the finest editor I have worked with—and I say that having collaborated with more than ten editors across multiple books. She is exceptionally focused, remarkably attentive to even the smallest details, and consistently thoughtful in her editorial judgment. Like all truly great editors, Lisa is loyal first and foremost to the reader. She challenged me when necessary, strengthened the narrative at every level, and worked tirelessly to help me produce the strong...

Mike Trent is the professional's professional. No matter how good we are in our own areas of expertise, we can't be everything. That's when we seek out others who are the best at what they do. Experienced, talented, and responsive, Mike is the one to call for design, composition, creativity, balance, color, and more. Add his experience to his innate talent and you get someone who will provide you with concepts that inspire, execution that will stun, and follow-through that will solidify every...

Sofie is a truly exceptional artist. She has created my book cover (KDP and IS) and formatted the manuscript of my debut novel to a very high standard. Luckily for me she's an expert at guiding novices through the whole process, and she handled all my daft questions with professionalism, whilst also being friendly and approachable. Nothing was too much trouble and I can't thank her enough. Regarding her talent - wow! She's a bundle of creative energy who has so many ideas, all of which ar...

I came to her with a manuscript that was ambitious, contrarian, and structured in a very specific way. As an author, you often fear that an editor will try to flatten your voice or force your unique structure into a standard box. Kimberley did the exact opposite: she entered my world completely. From day one, she treated the project not just as a job, but as a partnership. She took the time to deeply understand the "heartbeat" of the book—why certain sections needed to be contemplative and o...

Helen is absolutely wonderful to work with. Her developmental review on my manuscript was very thorough and thoughtful. Her insights both into what is going well and where it needs work were clear and easy to understand. The advice and suggestions were actionable. Her review will most definitely help shape my writing on my current manuscript and all future projects.

My experience with Scott exceeded every expectation. After implementing his edits, I submitted my manuscript to literary agents, and several requested the full manuscript. I highly recommend his editing services and would gladly work with him again.

Karolina is professional and polite. I can't say enough good things about working with her. From the beginning, she was clear about what she could offer based on my needs. I appreciated her outline which helped me visualize the workflow and the outcomes. Our communication was steady, open, and friendly. I truly felt heard and seen as an artist and I enjoyed the small ways we overlapped in our personal lives and values. Her book covers were all amazing which made it difficult to choose (the si...

Reece-Alexander Norris-Paterson or The Commander of the Northern Armies, as I call him, is a man of many names and phenomenal talent. He designed the cover of my debut novel and the result was better than anything I could have ever imagined. I don’t know what kind of magic he used, but bless him, for he reached into my mind, took out my dream cover and brought it to life, while also somehow making it a million times better. The commander completed the project on time and was willing to revise...

I can't say enough good things about Catherine. She took my messy first draft that was more stream of consciousness than a manuscript and transformed it into a book I am genuinely proud of. She has an exceptional ability to preserve an author's voice while bringing clarity, structure, and flow to the writing. Throughout the process, she was thoughtful, insightful, encouraging, and incredibly professional. I truly couldn't have asked for a better editor, and I wouldn't trust my work with anyon...

Working with Raman on The Life Compass website and Twitter launch was an excellent experience from start to finish. He consistently delivered high-quality work, maintained strong attention to detail, and showed great responsiveness throughout the entire project. From the site layout and mobile optimization to the card design and strategic planning for social media, Raman brought structure, creativity, and reliability to every phase. Communication was smooth, and he was always proactive in of...

What an absolute delight to work with Mark. He is most professional, a great listener as well as a great writer. But what he excelled in most is patience when I was not clear of my direction...and continued to help guide me and clarify my goals which was critical as a writer. Thank you, Mark! I would highly recommend Mark as an excellent writer to optimize your project.

It was a true pleasure collaborating with Lucy on the proofreading of my first spy thriller. She delivered outstanding work with meticulous attention to detail and went above and beyond her role—helping me troubleshoot issues with a program I wasn’t familiar with. Lucy was consistently available, responded promptly to my messages, and always met deadlines. Her professionalism, dedication, and commitment are beyond question. Thank you, Lucy, for your exceptional contribution.

Cindy completed a manuscript assessment for me that included extensive marginal notes for a 200k word historical epic set in medieval Japan. It's hard to convey the complexity of the project, but it's a multi-POV, alternate history with a mystery running through it, laced with Japanese names and places. I mention this only to give some context to just how special Cindy's attention to detail is. She navigated this behemoth with an attention to detail that would have been impressive in a 50k wo...

Working with Andy was an exceptional experience from start to finish. From our first Zoom call, he took the time to truly understand the scope of my project while patiently answering all of my questions. His communication throughout the entire process was outstanding. It was always prompt, clear, and professional. I never felt unsure about where things stood, which made the entire experience smooth and stress-free. Andy is not only highly skilled at what he does, but he also brings a level ...

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