Casey Peta

Casey Peta – Editor

Developmental editor/copy editor/proofreader with 8+ years of experience. Specializing in memoirs and self-help, but open to all genres.

Overview

It has been my honor to help authors tell their stories since 2017. After graduating with a degree in Writing from Johns Hopkins University and completing the Columbia Publishing Course, I gained years of experience editing books for independent publishers, and anything else I could get my hands on, from blog posts to Instagram captions.

I offer developmental editing, copy editing, and proofreading. My turnaround time is typically two to four weeks, depending on the extent of editing needed.

*Developmental Editing*

Take your work to the next level with detailed feedback. I'll provide an editorial letter and comments throughout your manuscript, addressing questions like:

• Is the manuscript well organized?

• Does it flow well?

• Are the events and characters realistic and sufficiently developed?

• Are there any plot holes or logical gaps?

• Are there any unnecessary or redundant areas?

• Are there any areas that feel incomplete?

*Copy Editing*

Are you saying what you mean? Copy editing ensures your reader experiences your writing as you intend. I'll edit for:

• Clarity

• Sentence and paragraph structure

• Word usage and repetition

• Stylistic consistency

• Natural-sounding dialogue

*Proofreading*

Don't let a typo or a dangling modifier detract from your writing. Proofreading is the last phase of the editorial process. I'll look for:

• Spelling and grammatical errors

• Awkward or confusing phrasing

• Inconsistencies

• Formatting issues

Not sure which type of editing you need? Send me a message and we can figure it out together!

You’ve already put in the hard work of writing. Leave it to me to make sure every word is just right.

Services
Non-Fiction
Biographies & Memoirs Inspirational Self-Help & Self-Improvement
Languages
English (US)
Certifications
  • Columbia Publishing Course
  • BA in Writing, Johns Hopkins University

Work experience

Self-employed

Apr, 2017 — Present
I have edited books for clients including Skyhorse Publishing and Post Hill Press.

Portfolio

Young Is Blessed

Bae, Young

Permuted Press

The Beginning of Everything

Salzberg, Charles

Regalo Press

Best Boy

Goodrich Royce, Deborah

Post Hill Press

The Rating Game

Cummings, Jonathan

Marathon War: Leadership in Combat in Afghanistan

Schloesser Major General US Army Retired, Jeffrey

Casey has 6 reviews

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Letitia W.

Letitia W.

Mar, 2024

I hired Casey to complete a developmental edit of my manuscript, and the returned product has exceeded my expectations. She completed the project ahead of time and meticulously treated my manuscript with a critical and analytical eye, commenting on the flow and content in a way that will make my ...
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Kathy T.

Kathy T.

Sep, 2023

I appreciated Casey's professionalism and timeliness in our collaboration. We contracted for the month of August, and she finished on time. Her editor's letter with overall feedback was both encouraging and strategic. She was able to describe what was typical of a book in my genre, and ways to im...
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Steve C.

Steve C.

Aug, 2023

Casey provided a developmental review for my book. It was the second such review I have had for the book and it was by far the most useful. Her insight in what I needed to do with the book to make it more reader-friendly was spot on. I definitely would recommend her and use her again.
Annie F.

Annie F.

Oct, 2021

Casey was amazing. She responded quickly and finished the project on time. I'm very happy with her work & I'd love to work with her again. I highly recommend her!
Jason M.

Jason M.

Aug, 2021

Prompt and professional. High quality work. Looking forward to partnering on future projects.

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