Agatha Whitechapel

Agatha Whitechapel – Editor

Visual storyteller. Former senior editor with 20 years' experience. Specializing in fantasy, science fiction, and anything monster-related.

Overview

Hot cross pun! As an editor with 20 years' of experience working with both standard and indie publishers, I offer high-quality editing and look forward to bringing my skills and experience to helping you polish your very best manuscript.


I have hands-on experience in the film, arts and language industries, and my clients include Netflix, the BBC, KHM Vienna, Inkitt and self-publishing authors. I've worked on a variety of fiction, from light magical mysteries to dark erotica and epic battle quests; from titanic witch tomes to sweeping sci-fi sagas; from serious literary opuses to fantastical and strange fiction. I work closely with you to help you get the best from your story, providing meticulous attention to detail and constructive, incisive feedback.

I love strange and quirky, offbeat, dark and original. My favorite part of the job is working collaboratively with an author to bring out the very best version of their 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

Inkitt

Sep, 2022 — Oct, 2023 (about 1 year)

I provided editing mentoring, oversaw writing and style guide applications, proofreading, developmental and content editing. I supervised overall quality assurance, direction, and publication of the division manuscripts across a pool of editors. I also worked with AI correction, reader analytics, and story intelligence.

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 publishing

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 from production right up to publication.

Agatha has 33 reviews

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Finn E.

Finn E.

Dec, 2024

Working with Agatha was really more like a partnership, that partner showing a great deal of patience throughout the process, being my first book. She took the time to understand where I wanted to go and worked hard to help me bring out the best in the characters and the story. This included clear feedback on what worked and, what didn’t. I found Agatha to be a trusted advisor from start to fin...
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Anna C.

Anna C.

Nov, 2024

Professional and thoughtful with an eye for details. A delight to work with. Thank you, Agatha.
Charlize K.

Charlize K.

Nov, 2024

Since I started working with Agatha, my craft has improved and I adore how in depth her style guides/ editorial reports are because it truly breaks down the story and spotlights the inconsistencies while focusing on the storyline/ book in its whole. Always will be grateful for Agatha’s guidance because I feel like my craft has improved alongside my understanding for the writing.
J Lee B.

J Lee B.

Oct, 2024

This is the second time I have worked with Agatha and received the benefit of her expertise and professionalism in dealing with newer authors such as myself. I would not hesitate to recommend her to others. I look forward to working with her in the future as I now have more confidence in myself.
Jason P.

Jason P.

Aug, 2024

Agatha is a very thorough developmental editor. Her attention to the little details helped me flush out a lot of bad habits I had started to form. Would definitely work with her again.

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