Amanda Karby - Editor

"I have been an editor for fifteen years and Amanda is the most thorough and comprehensive copyeditor I've worked with (or should it be "with whom I've worked"?—Amanda would be able to help with this one!). During all the years she copyedited PLEIADES, she never missed a deadline and always made our language keener. She goes above and beyond, delivering not just a style sheet and corrections but rationales and suggestions. Our authors were *happy* to have their work examined and strengthened by such an astute reader. I would give Amanda my highest recommendation."

—Phong Nguyen, Miller Family Endowed Chair in Literature and Writing at Mizzou; former editor, PLEIADES

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When I was an undergrad studying poetry and creative nonfiction, I imagined myself becoming a career author, going on to publish my own work one day. Instead, as I grew and learned, I realized my strongest skills actually lie on the other side of the manuscript.

I offer copyediting, line editing, and proofreading for a wide variety of genres. I have experience in literary fiction and nonfiction, genre fiction, poetry, journalism, and academic writing, with particular interest in short stories and memoir. I hold a BA in English and creative writing from Hope College and an MA in publishing and writing from Emerson College. Professionally, since 2013, I've worked in print and digital publishing production at some of the most prolific university presses and academic publishers in the world.

I view all forms of editing as collaborations between author and editor, and in these collaborations I prioritize communication, high standards, and sincere care. Partnering with an author to polish their writing and highlight their gifts is an honor. If you're seeking a copyeditor with industry experience and a focus on thoughtfulness and quality, I would love to hear from you!

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“Amanda is simply wonderful to work with. She's a highly skilled copyeditor, and her work on my second short story collection, UNIVERSAL LOVE, was fabulous!"

—Alexander Weinstein, author of UNIVERSAL LOVE and CHILDREN OF THE NEW WORLD; Director, The Martha's Vineyard Institute of Creative Writing