Lauren Alexander

Lauren Alexander – Editor

Passionate creative and grammar enthusiast who will give you courage and confidence in your book.

Overview

I am a freelance editor and creativity coach living in the Pacific Northwest. I want authors to just do the damn thing—the “damn thing” being to let go of the illusion of perfection and publish that book already! I’ll give you confidence in your manuscript and empower you to step forward through shaky hands and sweaty armpits, ready to take on your next creative adventure.

I specialize in contemporary fiction and creative nonfiction, including romance, memoir, and coming of age, to name a few.

Services
Non-Fiction
Atheism Biographies & Memoirs
Fiction
Coming of Age Contemporary Fiction LGBTQ Fiction New Adult Romance Short Story
Languages
English (US)
Certifications
  • Editing Certificate from University of Washington

Work experience

Self-employed

Mar, 2021 — Present

Proofread, copyedit, and line edit for a variety of projects on strict timelines. Clients range from independent authors to corporations. Projects worked on:
• Theologizin’ Bigger by Trey Ferguson, spirituality (in development by Lake Drive Books)
• Cradled in the Arms of Compassion by Frank Rogers Jr, spiritual memoir (published October 2023 by Lake Drive Books)
• How to Enjoy Being Edited: A Practical Guide for Nonfiction Authors by Hannah de Keijzer, how-to guide (in development)
• Fallen Gates series by Ariana Cane, paranormal romance (self-published 2023)
• Little Hope series by Ariana Cane, romance (self-published 2023)
• The Modern Art of Brujería by Lou Florez, how-to (published May 2022 by Ulysses Press)
• Eve’s Eden by Kate L. Lewis, short-story fiction (self-published June 2022)
• Astral and Other Poems by Josie Alaska, poetry (in development)

Newmark

Jun, 2019 — Mar, 2021 (over 1 year)

Proofread corporate communication and marketing materials for grammar, syntax, punctuation, spelling, and consistency. Upheld brand standards and ensured quality of all marketing content. Created and managed marketing project management process in order to effectively track and measure project timelines.

Broderick Group

Nov, 2015 — Jun, 2019 (over 3 years)

Drafted marketing materials and performed web editing across multiple platforms. Proofread marketing materials for grammar, spelling, consistency, and layout. Developed and executed over 50 marketing campaigns.

Professionals similar to Lauren

Get a range of offers by requesting quotes from multiple professionals.

Gina Rathbone

Gina R.

Experienced proofreader and copy editor specialising in outdoor adventure / memoir / contemporary fiction. Affordable and attentive.

Brecon, UK

100% reply rate

View profile
Lauren Riebs

Lauren R.

Freelance and in-house copy editor and proofreader specializing in speculative fiction, fantasy, science fiction, and young adult.

Portland, OR, USA

95% reply rate

View profile
Rachel Eley

Rachel E.

A reliable and highly proficient copy editor and proofreader, with 10+ years' experience from several of the UK's top publishing companies.

London, United Kingdom

100% reply rate

View profile