Flannery Wise

Flannery Wise – Editor

Experienced editor and proofreader with expertise in trade and academic publishing specializing in historical fiction and the humanities

Overview

I have always been passionate about helping writers find the best words to express their ideas. In my 5 years in the publishing industry, I have worked with both trade and academic authors from pitch to publication to bring their books into being. While at BHC Press, I assessed, edited, and proofread full-length fiction manuscripts. As an Editorial Associate at the University of Michigan Press specializing in the humanities, I assessed and reviewed proposals, created cover copy, and strengthened projects. The opportunity to work directly with clients as a freelancer with Cambridge Proofreading has helped me develop the ability to give constructive feedback that is both effective and specific to the individual's needs.


In fiction, I specialize in historical fiction and YA fantasy. In non-fiction projects, I'm passionate about all forms of entertainment, and I have extensive experience in the humanities and social sciences, primarily in film, history, music, fashion, and politics. When editing, I focus on preserving the author's vision and voice while helping them make their work the best it can be. I'm a deadline-driven, detail-obsessed, self-described book nerd who loves to be immersed in different subjects and perspectives, and I want to use my experience to continue bringing new, exciting books to the shelves.

Services
Non-Fiction
Entertainment Fashion & Textiles History Music
Fiction
Historical Fiction Young Adult Fantasy
Languages
English (UK) English (US)
Certifications
  • Columbia Publishing Course at Oxford, 2019 graduate

Work experience

Cambridge Proofreading

Apr, 2022 — Present

Provide freelance editing and proofreading services to clients writing on a wide variety of topics, adhering to multiple style guides and criteria as requested by individual clients

University of Michigan Press

Jan, 2020 — Jul, 2022 (over 2 years)

Assessed, proofread, and edited materials for academic projects in the humanities and social sciences

BHC Press

Sep, 2018 — Apr, 2019 (8 months)

Edited and proofread full-length fiction manuscripts according to Press style guidelines and individual needs

Portfolio

Look to the Sun

Mears, Emmie

Copy Editing Proofreading
Editorial Assessment Proofreading
Copy Editing Editorial Assessment Proofreading
The Green Years

Wolff, Karen

Copy Editing Editorial Assessment Proofreading
Editorial Assessment Proofreading
Editorial Assessment
Editorial Assessment
Editorial Assessment
Editorial Assessment
Editorial Assessment
Editorial Assessment Proofreading

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Mohammed A.

Mohammed A.

Apr, 2024

I thank Mrs. Flannery Wise for editing my novel ( The Pharaoh Who Believed In One God). I looked at the edits she made, and I was impressed with her accuracy in editing, and that she did her job perfectly and within the time she specified for completion. I will not hesitate to cooperate with her on the books that I will publish in English in the future. Thanks to her and Reedsy Company. Dr. Mo...
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