Barbara Long

Barbara Long – Editor

I'm passionate about helping authors put their best words forward by enhancing their writing without changing their voice or message.

Overview

Always a curious, lifelong learner, I enjoy copy editing numerous topics and collaborating with all types of people.

My professional editing services will polish your writing and be a fresh reading eye to ensure you're saying exactly what you mean in a clear and consistent way.

No job is too small or too large. I copy edit textbooks, trade books, websites, marketing material, and newsletters for individuals, nonprofits, small businesses, and large book publishers such as Macmillan, Rutledge, and John Wiley.

My college tutoring experience has honed my ability to offer fair and clear feedback about written communication. As a copy editor, my goal is to enhance text without losing its original meaning or tone.

I also provide proofreading, and indexing services.

I truly enjoy my work, and look forward to assisting authors in producing quality publications.

Services
Non-Fiction
Business & Management Career Guides Education & Reference Health & Wellbeing Humanities & Social Sciences Inspirational Self-Help & Self-Improvement Sports & Outdoors
Languages
English (US)
Awards
  • United States Tennis Association/Middle States Section Presidential Service Award
  • Wilkes University Athletic Hall of Fame inductee
Certifications
  • Technical Writing
  • Tutoring

Work experience

Self-employed

Aug, 1982 — Present
In running my own small business, I edit, copy edit, and proofread academic and trade books for large publishers such as John Wiley as well as individuals. In addition, I create indexes for various book titles using Macrex software.

Bucks County Community College

Jan, 2005 — Jan, 2021 (about 16 years)
Tutored college students, including those with American English as a second language, to help improve their writing, reading, grammar, and study skills; also mentored newly hired tutors in college’s Tutoring Center. Conducted online tutoring via Zoom and Wyzant.

Harcourt Brace Jovanovich

Jun, 1976 — Aug, 1982 (about 6 years)
Wrote and edited text for science and reading series, K–12, including student textbooks and workbooks, and teacher’s instructional manual; collaborated with graphic artists in designing books; supervised freelance writers; acquired permissions for all copyrighted materials printed in books.

Barbara has 28 reviews

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Rusty M.

Rusty M.

Jul, 2026

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Barbara was fantastic to work with on the copy edit for my book. Her turnaround time was excellent, and she consistently asked thoughtful questions that pushed the manuscript to be clearer and stronger. Communication throughout the project was easy and responsive, and I always knew where things s...
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Tara C.

Tara C.

Mar, 2026

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Barbara was amazing to work with! She made the process easy, her edits were extremely helpful and detailed, and she even completed the project ahead of schedule. Looking forward to the next project together!
Bill F.

Bill F.

Oct, 2024

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Barbara was an excellent partner, and I highly recommend her to anyone looking for an editor. She is an expert at her craft, and I enjoyed working with her. If given the opportunity, I would work with Barbara again in a heartbeat.
Pamela P.

Pamela P.

Nov, 2026

My proofreading project with Barbara went very well. I look forward to working with her again on a future project.
Katie W.

Katie W.

Sep, 2026

Very responsive and professional. Delivered exceptional work!

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