Agatha Whitechapel

Agatha Whitechapel – Editor

Storyteller. Fantasy, SF and fiction editor - anything monster related, with 21+ years editing experience in the film + language industries.

Overview

Hot cross pun! With 21+ years of experience as a freelance editor and proofreader, I offer high-quality editing and proofreading of science-fiction, fantasy and horror with hands-on experience in the film, arts and language industries. My clients include Netflix, the BBC, KHM Vienna, Austria, Inkitt and self-publishing authors.

I work closely with you to help you get the best from your story. My meticulous attention to detail and constructive, incisive feedback provide you with an in-depth, structured look at your manuscript, helping you form the ultimate road map, a bridge between your story and your readers, or the final polish.
I reply promptly and really enjoy taking the time to invest in your work.
Services
Non-Fiction
Art Cooking, Food, Wine, & Spirits
Fiction
Contemporary Fiction Fantasy Horror Magical Realism Science Fiction
Languages
English (UK) English (US)
Certifications
  • BA Visual Media
  • BA Linguistics

Work experience

Self-employed

Sep, 2000 — Present

High-quality editing and proofreading of fiction, film screenplays and book manuscripts for a wide range of commercial clients and self-publishing authors.

Rewe

Feb, 2011 — Jun, 2013 (over 2 years)

I was responsible for proofreading and copy editing creative and editorial pieces before going to print. This involved checking all texts and covers, verifying content and adherence to company style guides right up to publication.

Self-employed

Sep, 2000 — Present

Translating texts from German to English and editing and perfecting texts from non-native English speakers.

Agatha has 19 reviews

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Charlize K.

Charlize K.

Sep, 2023

I’ve worked with Agatha before and I’ll happily say it again. Agatha is always helpful and happy to provide tips/ insight to your writing. She’s dedicated and gives you a ton of great way to bring your book to life, leaving suggestions/ changes that enhance your writing.
Libby S.

Libby S.

Aug, 2023

Agatha was my first experience on Reedsy and has set an incredibly high bar. I have worked with other writers and editors for years. She has exceptional attentiveness, skill, and overall approach, going above and beyond anything I could have imagined. She is easy to work with, friendly, thoughtful, and reliable. She gets right in alongside the work and into every detail, and was adaptable to a ...
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Ben C.

Ben C.

Jun, 2023

Agatha was knowledgeable, honest, and professional the whole time that we collaborated. When she presented an issue, there was always a suggestion or a clear example. The way she formatted her notes also really helped me see some of the corrections my manuscript needed. I would highly recommend working with Agatha.
Charlize K.

Charlize K.

Apr, 2023

As a first-time author working on her debut novel, I couldn’t be more grateful for Agatha and the services she provided. She’s direct and happy to answer any and all questions I had, during our collaboration and not. Easy to talk to and discuss comments about my manuscript, giving pointers and suggestions to me when something didn’t make sense. There’s so much more great things Agatha has don...
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Christi S.

Christi S.

Apr, 2023

I would like to express my thanks and give my recommendation for Agatha Whitechapel's copy editing and proofing services. As an author, paying someone for literary services is a big step, one you hope will be worth it. I can say that Agatha both met and exceeded my expectations. Her copy editing was extremely thorough, her attention to detail breathtaking, and her communication on her progre...
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