Eva Maria Dietrich Carreño

Eva Maria Dietrich Carreño – Editor

Multilingual editor (EN, ES, DE, FR, IT) turning drafts into publishing gems — guiding authors to self or traditional publishing success.

Overview

I SHARPEN VOICE WITHOUT CUTTING YOUR VOICE

I’m not just an editor—I’m your creative partner

Award-winning author, multilingual editor — your insider guide to publishing success.

With Master’s degrees in Children’s Literature and Creative Writing, and hands-on experience as both author and agency director, I bring a unique 360° perspective to your project. Fluent in English, Spanish, German, French, and Italian, I help authors craft polished, publishing-ready manuscripts and guide them confidently through the self-publishing process.

As founder of a literature agency, I’m deeply connected to the market, always attuned to what acquiring and commissioning editors are actively seeking — insight I leverage to sharpen your manuscript’s appeal and maximize its potential.

If you choose the traditional publishing route, I can point you in the right direction and show you how to find the best-suited acquisition editor, publishing house, or literary agent to fit your project.

My services include:

Editorial assessments and developmental edits to hone story and structure

Copy editing and proofreading for clarity, style, and polish

Full self-publishing guidance, from manuscript to market-ready book

Whether you’re aiming for traditional publication or self-publishing success, I provide expert, market-savvy editorial support that sets your work apart.

Services
Fiction
Dystopian Magical Realism Psychological Thriller Romantic Comedy Social & Family Issues
Languages
English (US)
Awards
  • La Revue Des Livres Pour Enfants in 2011 annual selection
  • LoveReading4KIds Award
Certifications
  • MA Creative Writing
  • MA Children's Literature
  • BA Business Studies
  • Member of the SCBWI (Society of Children Book Writers and Illustrators)
  • IPAWE Certified Editor

Work experience

Self-employed

Jan, 2001 — Present
Editorial Services Available in English, Spanish, German, French, Italian I offer expert editorial support to help your manuscript shine at every stage — from idea to publishing-ready. Editorial Assessment – Big-picture feedback on structure, voice, and market potential. Developmental Editing – Deep structural editing to shape your story, characters, and flow. Copy Editing – Clear, consistent, and engaging language with attention to tone and style. Proofreading – Final check for grammar, typos, and formatting for a clean, professional finish. I’m well-versed in the Chicago Manual of Style. Query Letter Support – Guidance and editing to craft a pitch that resonates with agents and publishers. Let’s get your book ready for readers — and help it stand out.

Self-employed

Jan, 2000 — Present
With 30 years of experience in finance, business, and publishing — and two decades specializing in children’s literature — I bring deep editorial insight and industry know-how to every project. I’ve worked for renowned publishers such as Scholastic, Penguin Random House, Hachette, Planeta Group (Spain), and Oetinger Verlag (Germany), and with writers like John Edwards, who has contributed to Disney’s Frozen, The Incredibles, and Tom & Jerry. As founder of a boutique literary agency, I provide tailored editorial services and strategic publishing support — from idea to bookshelf. I work across genres: children’s books, young and new adult, commercial and literary fiction, LGBTQ+, graphic novels, romance, thrillers, crime, dystopian, social and family issues, and thought-leader non-fiction. I’m a proud member and keynote speaker at the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI). Fluent in English, German, Spanish, French, and Italian, I help stories cross borders and connect with readers.

Portfolio

The Vampire Royals Series

Walker, Leigh

Gemini Press

Developmental Editing Editorial Assessment
The Notorious Virtues

Hamilton, Alwyn

Viking Books for Young Readers

Developmental Editing Editorial Assessment
Developmental Editing Proofreading
The Boyfriend Goal (Love and Hockey)

Blakely, Lauren

Lauren Blakely Books

Developmental Editing
My Guardian

Castillo Azahara

Cuento de Luz

Copy Editing
The Next Best Fling

Gamez, Gabriella

Forever

Developmental Editing Editorial Assessment
The Wild Road (The Burning Crown)

West, Michelle

Rosdan Press

Developmental Editing Editorial Assessment
This Story Might Save Your Life: A Novel

Crum, Tiffany

Flatiron Books: Pine & Cedar

Developmental Editing
Exploring Art With Louise Bourgeois

Cinnamon Art Publishing

Cinnamon Art Publishing

Editorial Assessment
Developmental Editing Copy Editing
Family (Family Love)

Almada, Ariel Andrés

Cuento de Luz

Copy Editing
Malinski

O'Donovan, Síofra

Developmental Editing
Query Letter Review
Exploring Art with Gustav Klimt

Peh, Laura

Cinnamon Art Publishing

Copy Editing
Exploring Art With Nam June Paik

Cinnamon Art Publishing

Cinnamon Art Publishing

Exploring Art with Wu Guanzhong

Peh, Laura

Cinnamon Art Publishing

Exploring Art with Piet Mondrian

Peh, Laura

Cinnamon Art Publishing

Exploring Art With David Hockney

Cinnamon Art Publishing

Cinnamon Art Publishing

Heritage of Singapore: Kopitiam

Kopitiam, Killiney

Cinnamon Art Publishing

Shyness is my problem(Arabic/English)

Raniya Zabib Dahir

Akadymia

Pacita Abad

unknown author

Editorial Assessment
Mamá (Amor de familia) (Spanish Edition)

Del Mazo, Margarita

Cuento de Luz

Proofreading
Dad (Family Love)

Del Mazo, Margarita Del Mazo

Cuento de Luz

Papá (Amor de familia) (Spanish Edition)

Mazo, Margarita Del Mazo

Cuento de Luz

Grandparents (Family Love)

Almada, Ariel Andrés

Cuento de Luz

Abuelos (Amor de familia) (Spanish Edition)

Almada, Ariel Andrés

Cuento de Luz

Hijo (Son) (Amor de Familia) (Spanish Edition)

Almada, Ariel Andrés

Cuento de Luz

The Vase With the Golden Cracks

Nuño, Fran

Cuento de Luz

Mi guardiana (Spanish Edition)

Castillo Azahara

Cuento de Luz

Another Chance

Castillo Azahara

Cuento de Luz

Copy Editing
Otra oportunidad (Spanish Edition)

Castillo Azahara

Cuento de Luz

Copy Editing
Brothers and Sisters (Family Love)

Almada, Ariel Andrés

Cuento de Luz

Little One (Family Love)

Andrés Almada, Ariel

Cuento de Luz

Son (Family Love)

Almada, Ariel Andrés

Cuento de Luz

Familia (Amor de familia) (Spanish Edition)

Almada, Ariel Andrés

Cuento de Luz

Query Letter Review
Stillwater: A Thriller

Scott, Tanya

Atlantic Monthly Press

Developmental Editing
Seasick

Kristin Cast

Listening Library

Developmental Editing
Query Letter Review
Developmental Editing
Developmental Editing
Zag et Babou

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Eva Maria has 66 reviews

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Carlos A.

Carlos A.

Nov, 2025

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Working with Eva has been outstanding. Her feedback is precise, insightful, and always grounded in a deeply invested and intelligent understanding of the manuscript. She brings clarity to structure, tone, and theme, and her guidance has consistently elevated my work. Professional, reliable, and g...
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Reza A.

Reza A.

Aug, 2023

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Working with Eva was an amazing experience for me. Not only Eve is a true expert, but she cares about the work. It was very important to me that she read the work very precisely, tried to connect to it, and then sent her professional opinions. This was not very simple considering I am not a nativ...
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Benjamin B.

Benjamin B.

Apr, 2021

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Eva. Is. Amazing. She has an impeccable sense of pacing, character development, and overall manuscript structure. Hiring her to look over my story was easily the best thing I've ever done for it.
Jessica J.

Jessica J.

Nov, 2025

I’m not sure what to say in regard to my collaboration with Eva. For positives, she was always very responsive to my messages and her writing/editing background was what enticed me to pick her to work with. She was also super flexible with a payment plan which at the time of the collaboration was...
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Rei M.

Rei M.

Nov, 2025

Paid for assessment, edit, and copy-edit. Received assessment and copy-edit.

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Can you share an example of how you guided a first-time indie author through the editing process?

I have worked with many indie authors in the past and it really depends on their level of knowledge about the editing process. But typically I would explain in detail what developmental editing, copyediting, proofreading, or an editorial assessment entails. I encourage any author to contact me wi...
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What are effective adjectives for describing characters, and when should each be used?

Characters are best described through body language and dialogue. Avoid overusing adjectives and let your readers do some of the interpreting. There is no need to spell everything out for them. The best way to convey a character's personality is through action, dialogue and body language.

What drawbacks are there to creating detailed dossiers on characters before the drafting stage?

I find it helpful to have at least the basic character arc for the main character. I can also provide my clients with a multi-page character development Q & A, which writers may find a useful tool for later characterisation, even if not all the details end up on the page.

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