Caroline Acebo

Caroline Acebo – Editor

15 years in NYC + indie publishing. Editor of multiple #1 indie bestsellers. Substantive editorial guidance. Friendly, collaborative style.

Overview

I started my career as an editor at an indie house specializing in romance, erotic romance, and erotica, and I haven't left the content-for-women sphere since. I've worked for two of the Big Five in New York: HarperCollins (Harlequin) and Hachette (Grand Central Publishing). I've worked as a copy editor, a developmental editor, an acquisitions editor, and a foreign rights agent, but at the heart of all my work lies over a decade's worth of dedication to women's voices, particularly in the indie publishing space.

You can expect substantive but supportive edits and a safe, collaborative space for creative discussion. I'm also able to offer advice on the publishing process and insights into the publishing industry at large. I've worked on both the agency side and on the editorial side of the business, I've presented upcoming titles to sales teams, and I've sold rights at multiple international book fairs. I will help you hone your craft and navigate the publishing industry, from initial concept to final manuscript.

AVAILABLE SERVICES:

- developmental edits

- editorial assessments

- line edits

- beta reads

We can also work together to find a hybrid edit approach that works for you.

Services
Fiction
Contemporary Romance Paranormal Romance Romantic Comedy Romantic Suspense
Languages
English (US)
Certifications
  • MS in Publishing - Pace University

Work experience

EverAfter Romance

Sep, 2016 — Aug, 2017 (11 months)
- Acquired hybrid romance and women's fiction authors looking for distribution in the traditional brick-and-mortar marketplace

Grand Central Publishing

Jan, 2015 — Sep, 2016 (over 1 year)
- My authors included Piper J. Drake, Kathy Lyons, Amy Jarecki, Jenny Holiday, Parker Swift, and Jacquelyn Benson

Harlequin

May, 2013 — Nov, 2014 (over 1 year)
- Acquired and edited for the following imprints: Harlequin Romantic Suspense, Harlequin Kimani - Provided editorial assistance: Harlequin Nonfiction

Siren-BookStrand

Jun, 2009 — May, 2013 (almost 4 years)
- Lead editor for Siren-BookStrand’s premier imprints - Hired, trained, and managed freelancers and in-house editorial and creative staff - Oversaw the editorial process for all manuscripts

Portfolio

Highest Point (The Hastings Book 3)

Stone, Denise

Between the Sheets Publishing

Developmental Editing
Made with Reedsy
Curses & Cold Brew: A cozy sapphic paranormal rom-com (Maple Hollow Book 2)

Mulford, Ali K.

Rogue Fables Pty Ltd

Close Knit (The Hastings Book 1)

Stone, Denise

Between the Sheets Publishing

Someone Like Me (Pacific Northwest Boys Book 2)

Elisabeth, Sara

Woodchuckery Publishing in collaboration with House of Void

Someday Away (Pacific Northwest Boys Book 1)

Elisabeth, Sara

Woodchuckery Publishing

On Guard (The Hastings Book 2)

Stone, Denise

Between the Sheets Publishing

Developmental Editing
Developmental Editing
Developmental Editing
Developmental Editing
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Developmental Editing
Falling for Meadow (Perks & Benefits Book 4)

Stone, Denise

Between the Sheets Publishing

Developmental Editing
The Smoke Hunter

Benson, Jacquelyn

Caroline has 48 reviews

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Jenny C.

Jenny C.

Dec, 2025

The absolute best experience!!!! Listen to all the reviews -- Caroline is brilliant! She completely understood the story I was trying to tell and gave such insightful and detailed feedback, with so many specific suggestions that were spot on. She has made me excited to do revisions now that I kno...
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Nichole W.

Nichole W.

Jul, 2025

Caroline was fantastic! I was truly feel stuck & unable to get a firm grasp on my story before I got to work with her. 100%would recommend for any potential edit.
Kate L.

Kate L.

Mar, 2025

Caroline is always flexible and a joy to work with!
Tessa T.

Tessa T.

Nov, 2024

BEST DECISION I'VE EVER MADE!!!!!!!!! When I first got my sample edit back (which was just a few paragraphs) I instantly got butterflies. I'm not kidding - my jaw dropped. I KNEW I had to work with her. Caroline is a genius. She's so good at her job it's insane. I can't believe how much bette...
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Samantha L.

Samantha L.

Aug, 2024

Caroline was an absolute pleasure to work with. She provided extremely detailed edits and suggestions that are going to considerably strengthen the plot, characters, and pacing of my novel. Her guidance has been invaluable and I cannot recommend her and her work enough. I look forward to collabor...
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