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Lisa M.

Lisa M.

UK-based fiction and non-fiction editor/proofer with a decade of book publishing experience.

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Jonathan T.

Jonathan T.

A passionate and dedicated copy-editor and proofreader specialising in books on IT, children's fiction, history and transport.

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Shawna Y.

Shawna Y.

Award-winning novelist and former univ. professor in MA/PhD Creative Writing program with 18+ yrs experience coaching in nearly every genre.

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Amy B.

Amy B.

Children's book pro for twenty-five years, formerly with Scholastic, Disney. Honest, constructive feedback and a collaborative atmosphere.

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Keyren G.

Keyren G.

Expert romance editor and Harlequin alum, passionate about crafting compelling stories across genres. Let's bring your vision to life!

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Penny S.

Deputy Chief Editor then Director of the Oxford English Dictionary; 23 years at the OUP. Now editing texts for a wide range of authors.

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Louise S.

A detail-oriented proofreader with experience in basic copyediting. I specialize in fiction, creative non-fiction, and memoirs.

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Adam B.

Experienced acquisitions & developmental editor of children's literature, picture books through middle grade. Writing instructor.

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Sandy F.

Literary agent; picture book consultant and development editor; published author/illustrator; mentored by Maurice Sendak at Yale.

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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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I hired Staci for a developmental assessment of my memoir and was impressed by the thoughtfulness and depth of her feedback. She clearly took the time to engage with both the manuscript and the larger story I was trying to tell. The assessment was detailed, insightful, and at times difficult to read—which is exactly what I needed. Rather than offering vague encouragement, Staci identified weaknesses in structure, theme, and narrative focus while also highlighting the strengths of my writing....

Nina is an incredible editor. She goes above and beyond to make sure she knows exactly who you are as a writer and what goals you set out to achieve— to the extent that I can believe she is as invested in my story as I am. Feedback is clearly designed to help you achieve, and each critique well justified. Nina has a clear extensive knowledge of the literary industry, and will be honest about where your writing stands in the market. Her work is delivered in a timely manner. As a new writer, I ...

I had a fantastic experience working with Trinity and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a professional editor. She was extremely timely, responsive, and polished throughout the entire process. She took the time to understand what I was trying to accomplish with my manuscript and was willing to make multiple edits and adjustments along the way to make sure everything came together exactly as I envisioned. Her attention to detail and professionalism really stood out, and the fin...

Working with Raúl on the cover design for my children's book was an absolute pleasure. As a first time author, I wasn't entirely sure what I was looking for, but Raúl had a remarkable ability to translate my ideas into something truly beautiful. The final result exceeded every expectation I had. What set Raúl apart was his thoughtful, collaborative approach. Rather than simply delivering a finished product, he took the time to develop several distinct proposals, each one carefully considered ...

This is my second book with David, and once again his editing is exceptional. For developmental editing, his feedback is always spot-on, thoughtful, honest, and encouraging. He clearly understands the voice of the story, and his insightful suggestions provided a clear roadmap for revisions. In copy editing and line editing, his meticulous attention to details combined with his thoughtful push for more clarity and consistency has beautifully elevated the book. I look forward to working with hi...

Working with Louise on The Healing Home has been an absolutely wonderful experience from beginning to end. She brought such creativity, professionalism, and thoughtful attention to every detail of the project. From the very first sample pages, I could immediately feel that she truly understood the calm, elevated, and healing aesthetic I envisioned for the book. Louise has an incredible talent for transforming words into a visually beautiful experience. Her layouts, typography, image placemen...

Working with Holly and Agustin has been a genuine pleasure. When I asked to connect with both of them, I was met by two people who are deeply invested in the project, care about the details, and are always willing to help. Their dedication really shows. I'll absolutely be working with them again — and I'd recommend them to anyone without hesitation. Cheers!

Jen was absolutely phenomenal! I worked with Jen on copy and line editing for my third novel, and it was my first time working with her. Of all the copy/line editors I've worked with, none have had this kind of professionalism, kindness, value, and quality. Jen's eye for structure transformed entire chapters into clean, polished moments. I am so grateful to have found Jen and am never going back to another copy/line editor! 10/10, would recommend!

Dora could not have been better. Aside from being timely and thoughtful, her work captured not only the essence of the story but how I envisioned it. Absolutely first rate.

Paris has easily been the best person to work with. He made the two projects we’ve worked on together completely stress-free. I absolutely love the cover he created for my book, as well as the beautiful map. He’s an amazing professional—highly recommended!

As a debut author launching my first website, I couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Maite brought real care and intuition to the process, with a strong understanding of story, tone, and emotional world-building — not just design. She created a site that feels like a genuine invitation into a story still unfolding, balancing atmosphere and clarity beautifully. Thoughtful, collaborative, and quiet confidence-building, she was the perfect partner to help mark the beginning of my author...

I was very grateful to find Pamela who provided efficient, quality translation for my fiction book from English to German. She understood the quirk of my writing and was able to provide parallel meanings that didn't interfere with the impact of the storyline. I look forward to working with her again for other short stories collections.

I couldn’t be happier with the work Luisa has done for me. Everything has been completed promptly, to a really high standard, and she has been helpful throughout. She has gone above and beyond to make sure the finished book looks exactly as I wanted it to. I would happily recommend her.

Jay Antani is an exceptional developmental editor. His feedback is insightful, clear, and consistently elevates the work without ever overshadowing the author’s voice. He has a rare ability to identify both the emotional heart of a scene and the structural choices that make it stronger. Jay’s guidance pushed my novel to a higher level, and I’m grateful for the care and intelligence he brought to every page.

Working with Josiah was an exceptional experience. As a Latino author writing a novel deeply rooted in Mesoamerican mythology and cultural perspectives, I was genuinely impressed by how well he understood my world, my characters, and the voice behind the story. He approached the manuscript with respect, clarity, and a remarkable ability to read not just the text, but the cultural heartbeat beneath it. His feedback was thoughtful, constructive, and delivered with kindness. He identified struct...

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