Eleanor Boyall

Eleanor Boyall – Editor

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

Overview

I’m a freelance editor with fifteen 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/line-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.

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

Copy Editing
Frey (The Frey Saga Book 1)

Wright, Melissa

Developmental Editing Copy Editing
Wrong (Cafe Series Book 1)

Aston, Jana

Developmental Editing Copy Editing
Three, Two, One: 321

Huss, JA

Developmental Editing Copy Editing
Extinction Code (Extinction Series Book 1)

Prescott, James D.

Copy Editing Proofreading
The Dante Connection (Book 2) (Genevieve Lenard)

Ryan, Estelle

Copy Editing Proofreading
Last Stand: Surviving America's Collapse (A Post-Apocalyptic, EMP-Survival Thriller Book 1) (The Last Stand Series)

Weber, William H.

Copy Editing Proofreading
Dark River Inn : A Troubled Spirits Novel

Erickson, J.R.

Copy Editing
Dearest Clementine

Martin, Lex

Copy Editing
Made with Reedsy
When the Universe Sings

West, Gillian Eliza

Copy Editing
Made with Reedsy
A Dance of Darkness and Light (The Lost Planet Book 1)

Gruber, Emily

Proofreading
Made with Reedsy
Eve's Blessing (Blessed Series)

Park, J.J.

Independently published

Developmental Editing Copy Editing Proofreading
Made with Reedsy
Rising Out of the Darkness (Divine Guardians Duology)

Carnahan, Amanda

Developmental Editing Copy Editing
Made with Reedsy
Imperatora: Book One

Zbikowski, Mia

Mia Zbikowski

Developmental Editing Copy Editing
The Aetherion Code: Book One: The Spark (The Aetherion Code Trilogy)

Masterson, Fay

Charset Books

Copy Editing
Made with Reedsy
The Blood of the Called (The Called: The Trilogy Book 1)

Craw, E.R.

Copy Editing
The Girl in my Dreams: Captivating and emotional romantic suspense with a thrilling TWIST.

Olivier, Jeanne

Crane & Leeu Press

Developmental Editing Copy Editing Proofreading
Made with Reedsy
Anna Rosa

Chatelain, Evelyn

Independently published

Copy Editing Proofreading
Made with Reedsy
The Architecture of Soulmates

Bracuti, Christie

Copy Editing Proofreading

Eleanor has 60 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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James B.

James B.

Sep, 2026

I employed Eleanor as a Developmental Editor. I wanted to learn how I could improve my manuscript. Her review was excellent. She highlighted the strengths and tactfully explained the weaknesses, enabling me to achieve what I needed. I would certainly employ her services again.
Jacob N.

Jacob N.

Jul, 2026

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Working with Eleanor has been an outstanding experience from start to finish. As a first-time fantasy author, I wanted an editor who would not only improve my manuscript but also help me grow as a writer, and she exceeded every expectation. Throughout the process, Eleanor was professional...
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