Hayley Rushbrook – Editor

Hi, I'm Hayley, a professionally trained proofreader, line & copyeditor with 4 years' experience working with self-publishers, traditional publishers (such as Severn House, Bedford Square Publishers and The Book Guild) and audiobook producers (Audible).

SPECIALIST GENRES:

- Mystery, crime, thriller & romance

As an avid reader of these genres for pleasure (not just work), this places me among experts in understanding reader expectations, genre tropes and clichés (yep, if your story ends with 'it was all a dream', we're going to have to have a chat!).

SERVICES:

- Combined line & copyediting

- Proofreading

- Audiobook line & copyediting

WHY WORK WITH ME?

I'm not just your editor; I'm your writing guide and cheerleader.

I don't use AI to edit your story. You'll get a full, human edit from someone who doesn't judge you but encourages and supports you to bring out the best in your writing.

I mirror the same care and dedication when editing as you did when writing your novel to retain your authorial voice whilst ensuring it aligns with your readers' expectations.

If you have any questions at all, I'll be more than happy to chat with you.

I respond to all queries promptly (communication and collaboration are key for a successful editor-author relationship), deliver projects on budget and support you on your writing journey.

Let's work together to make your story the best it can be!

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TESTIMONIALS

'What a magnificent job you have done on the proof! I am so grateful for your thoroughness and diligent curiosity... You spotted several absolute howlers and were also very helpful in making the manuscript suitable for reading aloud... A superlative job, for which you deserve huge credit - thank you.'

— L S Hilton (Author of 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘔𝘰𝘥𝘦𝘭)

'I hadn’t shown my book to anyone before, and was nervous... [Hayley's] perspective on my novel was truly enlightening, giving me specific ideas and encouragement just where I needed them.'

— Laura Ballou (contemporary fiction author)

'You really made the story shine. I just finished reviewing your comments and loved your edits. I've applied your recommendations throughout.'

— Self-published children's author