Amanda Oraha

Amanda Oraha – Editor

Copy editor and proofreader with over 10 years of experience in fantasy, action/adventure, sci-fi, romance, and cozy mysteries.

Overview

I am a freelancer editor with a bachelor's degree in English, concentration in Creative Writing. Member of ACES: The Society for Editing.


Throughout high school and college, I edited for friends and family and knew I wanted to continue. I spent five years at a law firm proofreading and fact-checking. In 2019, I took a chance and left my job to make a career out of freelance editing.


My deep love for the written word has compelled me to soak up all the knowledge I can about it. With my love of reading and years of experience editing, I offer a service stemming from my passion for polishing and perfecting the creative words of others. I want to help you elevate your writing and produce something as close to perfection as humanly possible.


Let me help you turn your manuscript into a novel.

Services
Fiction
Action & Adventure Chick Lit Cozy Mysteries Gaming & LitRPG Romance Science Fiction
Languages
English (AUS) English (UK) English (US)
Certifications
  • Bachelor's degree in creative writing

Work experience

Aethon Books

May, 2022 — Present

Aethon Books is an independent science fiction and fantasy publisher operating out of the United States.

I started working with Aethon Books as a proofreader and began copy editing shortly after. I mainly edit fiction sci-fi, fantasy, and action/adventure (LITRPG/GameLit) for them.

Self-employed

Aug, 2019 — Present

I left my "safe job" in July 2019 to freelance when I realized that I wanted my path to be paved by the creative words of others and not contracts and legalese at a law firm.

Weltman, Weinberg & Reis

Aug, 2014 — Jul, 2019 (almost 5 years)

I started this job proofreading documents and doing data entry. It gave me valuable skills and the experience necessary to become a freelancer. Skills like professional organization, working with others in a professional setting, patience, the ability to adjust when needed, and working independently without micromanagement.

Portfolio

The Hedge Wizard: A LitRPG/GameLit Adventure

Maher, Alex

The Hedge Wizard 2: A LitRPG/GameLit Adventure

Maher, Alex

Apocalypse Tamer: A LitRPG Adventure

Durand, Maxime J.

Cross the Stars

Grotepas, Nicole

Aethon Books

Copy Editing
Made with Reedsy
Fakecation

Rivers, Elle

Proofreading
Made with Reedsy
Man of Action

Rivers, Elle

Proofreading
Made with Reedsy
PRESENT FUTURE: It Begins: A healing of a planet and a journey of the heart and soul.

Holgate, Jeffrey E.

Blanc Ursa Publishing

Made with Reedsy
Knight on Time

Batten, Randy B.

Randy B. Batten

Proofreading
All the Forgotten Things: Chronicles of Lim

Dodds, L.M.

19th Floor

Copy Editing
All the Disappearing Things (Chronicles of Lim)

Dodds, L.M.

19th Floor

Developmental Editing Copy Editing
Search the Stars (Cross the Stars Book 1)

Grotepas, Nicole

Burn the Stars (Cross the Stars Book 2)

Grotepas, Nicole

Love me or hate me - An Enemies to Lovers Best Friends Brother Romance

Alves, Stephanie

Copy Editing
Strung

Roske

Spin The Bottle: A college romance (Campus Games Book 2)

Alves, Stephanie

Copy Editing
Never Have I Ever - A College Romance Book (Campus Games 1)

Alves, Stephanie

Copy Editing
The Secret Terror Beneath: A Small Town Cozy Hotel Murder Mystery (The Terrowin Hotel Mysteries)

Kelly, Wynn

Copy Editing
The Fatal Family Function: A Small Town Cozy Hotel Murder Mystery (The Terrowin Hotel Mysteries)

Kelly, Wynn

Copy Editing
Angel of Death: Dearly Departed (The Infernal Artifacts Collection)

Kimie, Ralynn

Copy Editing
Dioscuri: Secrets of the Fey

Kimie, Ralynn

Past: Decider's Bane

Holmes, Shauna

Copy Editing
A Reckoning of Wraiths (The Trove Arbitrations Book 3)

Creiglow, Amanda

Twelfth Cataclysm: What the Shell!?: A LitRPG Adventure

Valerios

The Next Step: A LitRPG Cultivation Series (Cultivator vs. System Book 2)

Valerios

The Chosen One: A LitRPG NPC Adventure (Prophecy Approved Companion Book 1)

Tevagah

Tower Unleashed: A LitRPG Adventure (Realm Grinder Book 2)

Locke, Wolfe

Copy Editing
Tower Reborn: A LitRPG Adventure (Realm Grinder Book 1)

Locke, Wolfe

Amanda has 15 reviews

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Kristy S.

Kristy S.

Sep, 2024

Pinned
Being new to the book writing and copy-editing world, I really appreciated Amanda's willingness to answer questions. She provided examples of her work prior to being selected which I found helpful in making my decision. Her final product was on time and easy to follow. Additionally, she continued to follow up to ensure that all my questions were answered.
Elle R.

Elle R.

Mar, 2024

Pinned
Amanda was fantastic to work with! She proofread my manuscript and polished it before publishing. She was responsive when I brought forth questions. Will definitely work with you again!
Lo D.

Lo D.

Nov, 2023

Pinned
Amanda was very communicative and the edit letter was so helpful. Her comments were thorough and easy to understand. She provided specific examples and, where necessary, suggestions of how things could be improved. I would definitely use her again!
Ken H.

Ken H.

Nov, 2024

Unfortunately due to technical issues, I am not able to comment on Amanda's work. However, in chatting with her, she seemed to be someone I would work with again.
Amanda O.
There were other ways for me to send the edits to you, as the technical issues weren't on my end but on yours. I wish you had communicated with me instead of jumping the gun and closing the collabo...
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Troy B.

Troy B.

Oct, 2024

Amanda Oraha is an impeccable editor. This was my second experience working with her and it was just as good as the first. Her insights helped improve my novel significantly. I am grateful for her contributions and reliable editing support. I would highly recommend her to anyone who needs an editor!

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