Eleanor Boyall

Eleanor Boyall – Editor

Editor specialising in fantasy, romance and romantasy. My NYT-bestselling clients have sold millions of copies.

Overview

I’m a freelance editor with over ten years’ experience. Books I’ve edited have hit the New York Times and USA Today bestseller lists, been optioned for TV and sold millions of copies. My clients praise my insightful developmental editing, thorough copy-editing, and professional proofreading.

I primarily work in romance and fantasy (please send me your romantasy!). Female-led and queer-centric stories are particularly welcome.

Whether you know exactly what your novel needs (but aren’t sure how to do it), or you’re not sure where to start, I can help you deliver the lush fantasy, heart-pounding action, swoony romance and sizzling spice that readers crave. Request a personalised quote today and discover your manuscript’s potential.

PS: I don’t use AI in my workflow, and I prefer not to work on novels written or revised with AI.

Services
Fiction
Contemporary Romance Epic Fantasy Paranormal Romance Romantic Fantasy Romantic Suspense Urban Fantasy Young Adult Fantasy
Languages
English (UK) English (US)
Certifications
  • MA Publishing (University College London)
  • Proofreading 1 and 2; Copyediting 1; Efficient Editing (UK Chartered Institute of Editors and Proofreaders)

Work experience

Self-employed

Jan, 2012 — Present

Totally Bound Publishing

Jun, 2012 — Nov, 2013 (over 1 year)
I acquired and edited spicy, sexy romances by authors such as future NYT and USA Today bestseller Sierra Cartwright.

Portfolio

Made with Reedsy
Reckoning: The Infernis Duology Book Two

West, Gillian Eliza

Gillian Eliza West LLC

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Imperatora: Book One

Zbikowski, Mia

Mia Zbikowski

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Anna Rosa

Chatelain, Evelyn

Independently published

Copy Editing Proofreading
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The Architecture of Soulmates

Bracuti, Christie

Copy Editing Proofreading

Eleanor has 49 reviews

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Brian L.

Brian L.

Oct, 2024

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I had an exceptional experience working with Eleanor. Eleanor is a very passionate and dedicated professional who gave my book the kind of consideration and care that I could never have dreamed of from an editor. Having now gone through her copy edits, my novel is now transformed into the best ve...
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Mia Z.

Mia Z.

Jan, 2024

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I had the pleasure of working with Eleanor on my book, and the experience was nothing short of exceptional. Not only did she provide top-notch editorial services, but she also imparted invaluable insights and knowledge that significantly enriched my writing. The attention to detail and commitment...
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Kristen V.

Kristen V.

Nov, 2023

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What a wonderful experience working with Eleanor. As a first-time author, I was completely intimidated by the idea of working with an editor but she made the process a breeze. She's encouraging and positive and never once talked down to me despite me being a newbie at this. Her comments are stra...
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Rachel N.

Rachel N.

Dec, 2025

If I could give Eleanor 6 stars, I would. From the beginning, she was extremely communicative and professional and showed great interest in my project. When we began to collaborate, she was readily available to answer all of my questions (and I had many lol). She was also very flexible with timel...
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Gabriella J.

Gabriella J.

Nov, 2025

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