Greg Fisher

Greg Fisher – Editor

Experienced writer, indexer, editor, and illustrator; DPhil, University of Oxford. Specializations: nonfiction.

Overview

I earned a DPhil in ancient history from the University of Oxford (2008) and subsequently spent a decade in academia. There, I taught courses on ancient Rome, Greece, and Persia, completed numerous research projects, and managed a significant research budget. I am the author and editor of eight books, including the first-ever collection of translated ancient sources covering pre-Islamic Arab antiquity, and the series editor for Routledge's Studies in the History of the Ancient Near East. I am also the author of a comprehensive Roman history textbook for the undergraduate market, The Roman World from Romulus to Muhammad, published by Routledge in 2021.

I have worked closely with some of the world's leading publishers, such as Oxford University Press, Bloomsbury, Routledge, and Wiley-Blackwell. In my editorial work, I have copy-edited, indexed, and proofed dozens of books in subject areas in the humanities and social sciences, including classics, history, literature, and philosophy.

I have considerable experience and expertise in mentoring writers, including those completing their first major book projects. I am experienced in manuscript preparation, proposal writing, management of peer review, contract negotiation, and many other aspects of the publication process, and can offer advice and support in these areas. I can also provide indexing, copy-editing, and proofing services, as well as cartographic illustrations (Adobe Illustrator), particularly for maps of the ancient world.

I am meticulous, thorough, and respectful. As an experienced author, I am fully aware of how much work goes into a book! I am ready to support and mentor authors as they encounter each and any stage of the publication process -- from an initial proposal, all the way through to indexing and proofing, the final steps before the book is printed.

I am a member of the Indexing Society of Canada.

Services
Fiction
Historical Fiction
Non-Fiction
History
Languages
English (CAN) English (UK) English (US)
Certifications
  • Doctor of Philosophy (DPhil)
  • Master of Arts
  • Bachelor of Arts

Work experience

Self-employed

Dec, 2019 — Present
Provider of high-quality maps for the academic publishing market, specialising in maps of the ancient world.

Self-employed

Jul, 2019 — Present
As a professional editor and indexer, I provide high-quality services to academic publishers, including Routledge, OUP, CUP, Anthem, and more.

Self-employed

Sep, 2011 — Present
I am the author and editor of eight books, and have published with some of the world's leading academic presses, including OUP and Routledge. I am also the series editor for Routledge's series Studies in the History of the Ancient Near East, with over ten titles in the series to date.

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Charles B.

Charles B.

Apr, 2026

When it comes to ancient history, Dr. Fisher knows what he is talking about. Greg served as the developmental editor for my manuscript, and I’m very pleased with the experience. He provided thoughtful, well-structured feedback that strengthened both the clarity and the overall organization of my ...
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Nick G.

Nick G.

Apr, 2026

Excellent throughout. Greg really went into it in detail, did everything I asked for, plus a bunch of stuff that I didn't ask for and had no idea was needed. He prioritised the quality of the project, not just the letter of the brief.
Paloma B.

Paloma B.

Mar, 2026

Greg provided a thoughtful, analytical assessment of my manuscript that really helped to guide my story. I had asked him to do a history edit of my historical novel, ensuring that the details were accurate and he absolutely delivered what I asked for and more. It was a genuine pleasure working wi...
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Jack K.

Jack K.

Jun, 2025

Greg is a sophisticated reviewer, adding many good thoughts throughout the process. His knowledge of the ancient world may be particularly useful to those focused on historical topics.
Gary M.

Gary M.

Mar, 2024

Greg provided a valuable, detailed, and deeply insightful analysis of my historical fiction book. He displayed an impressive understanding of the subject matter, the genre, and the craft of writing. He kept me updated throughout the process and completed his work per our schedule. Based on his ju...
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