Ameesha Green – Editor

I believe that great books can change the world, even long after their author has gone. That's why my mission in life is to help people create life-changing and world-changing books.

I've been a bookworm since my childhood days of naming my teddies after philosophers, which led me to an English Literature and Philosophy degree at the University of Birmingham.

Since then, I've worked in the publishing industry for 13 years, as an in-house editorial executive for an independent publisher, as a freelance editor digital nomad, and as a strategy consultant for the UK's biggest ghostwriting company. Six years ago, I founded The Book Shelf® to help aspiring authors bring their nonfiction books to life, taking them from idea to bookshelf.

To date, I've worked on over 700 books with authors around the world, from first-timers to New York Times bestsellers, non-native speakers to TED talkers and OBEs. I'm also head judge for the Business Book Awards wellbeing category.

When it comes to nonfiction, I know what readers want and how to deliver it. As such, I'm proud to have helped authors become bestsellers, earn thousands for charity, win awards, land their dream jobs, start their own businesses, and bag traditional publishing deals.

Aside from my book knowledge and industry experience, I’m a conscientious individual who believes that we should all strive to make the world a better place for others, be it through our day-to-day actions, how we treat people, or writing a book. That's why I donate to protect 10 acres of rainforest for every author with the Rainforest Trust.

Having travelled the world for a year, exploring different cultures and working from far and wide, I believe that life is a journey of learning and improvement. My philosophical background translates to deep, critical thinking, so if you choose to work with me, you’ll get a constructive and honest partner for your book project. Together, we can make your book the best it can possibly be.

WHAT I OFFER:

· Coaching: Support and guidance through the whole self-publishing process so you’re not on your own.

· Critique (editorial assessment): Honest, challenging, and constructive feedback on your manuscript, giving you the tools to improve it yourself.

· Content editing (developmental / structural): A “big picture” hands-on edit to improve the book for you, including the structure, content, and message.

· Or book proposal: Guidance to create a strong nonfiction book proposal and query letter to best present your manuscript to agents /publishers.

If you choose to self-publish with my support, you'll get your book out into the world 10 times faster than with a traditional publisher while retaining your control and autonomy, but with a professional quality that rivals a traditional publishing house.

Or if you'd like to land a traditional publishing deal, I can help you write a winning book proposal, having helped authors land deals from Penguin and Hay House, among others.

So, get in touch and let's bring your book to life!