Elan Samuel

Elan Samuel – Editor

Fantasy, science fiction, horror, thriller, and romance editor—while I'm not writing copy for startups.

Overview

I am primarily a developmental editor, but have experience in copyediting and proofreading as well. I will be credentialed from UC Berkeley Extension's copyediting program in April 2017.

I specialize in genre fiction, but am happy to expand my repertoire to non-fiction and the broader world of fiction, if the right project lands on my desk.

I delight in working with authors to strengthen stories, especially when those stories challenge the reader. Fiction is an extraordinary thing, capable of providing glimpses of perspectives and experiences that would otherwise be inaccessible to us. Stories have the power to inspire change. To teach, entertain, and enchant. It is a distinct pleasure to work on stories, as a result.
Services
Non-Fiction
Atheism Computers & Internet Judaism Technology
Fiction
Fantasy Magical Realism Science Fiction Short Story
Languages
English (US)
Certifications
  • Copyediting, UC Berkeley Extension

Work experience

Splunk, Inc.

Jun, 2019 — Aug, 2020 (about 1 year)

Self-employed

Jan, 2018 — Present

Apple Inc.

May, 2017 — Jul, 2018 (about 1 year)

Story Perfect Editing Services

Jul, 2015 — Present

At Story Perfect, a Canada-based editorial services company, I am a junior editor specializing in developmental editing for medium-length speculative fiction. I have also served as a copyeditor and proofreader for several projects with Story Perfect.

Yahoo!

Mar, 2014 — Oct, 2016 (over 2 years)

I worked primarily as a copywriter, but was the de facto editor for a global marketing arm of the B2B advertising team.

Self-employed

Feb, 2011 — Present

The Warbler was first a book review blog, but over the years has become a catch-all space for a variety of author services, including website design, copyediting, developmental editing, and general coaching.

Portfolio

Meet the most unique detective team today. Jasper, Street-Fighter, and Me. A border collie, Sgt. Jasper, USMC Ret; a streetwise tomcat, Street-Fighter; and Me a forever 39 year-old Maggie McKenzie, USMC Ret. Together, we take on almost any case. Maggie’s newes... read more
"SERIAL Doesn't Start with a C" is the third book in the "Jasper, Street-Fighter and Me" series. The story, while a continuation of the second book in the series, may be read as a stand alone novel. The events surrounding the harrowing climax of "A Diamond in ... read more
Meet the most unique detective team today. Jasper, Street-Fighter, and Me.A border collie, Sgt. Jasper, USMC Ret; a streetwise tomcat, Street-Fighter; and Me a forever 39 year-old Maggie McKenzie, USMC Ret. Together, we take on almost any case. In this case my... read more
Meet the most unique detective team today. Jasper, Street-Fighter, and Me.A border collie, Sgt. Jasper, USMC Ret; a streetwise tomcat, Street-Fighter; and Me a forever 39 year-old Maggie McKenzie, USMC Ret. Together, we take on almost any case. Diamonds, dead ... read more
Last Spring, Claire was framed for the murder of Junior, the Devil’s oldest hellspawn. Last Summer, she reawakened the fourth realm, saved the world (after almost destroying it), and wound up with the worst job ever. Now, Claire’s been locked out of her realm,... read more
When Time Falls Still

Brenda Margriet

Professor Charlotte Girardet is focused on one thing - securing tenure at a large, prestigious university. Her career is firmly on track, but her life is complicated by her attraction to rough and rugged security guard Justice Cooper. It isn't only Charlotte's... read more
Impact

Andreas Christensen

In 2072 an object from outer space was discovered that threatened human civilization. A race against time began, and in 2080 the starship Exodus left Earth orbit, saving a small piece of humanity. This is the story of those left behind.

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