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Senica
Victoria, BC, Canada
Canadian editor with 10+ years' experience collaborating on literary fiction, short fiction, creative/critical nonfiction + children's lit.
Genres: Humanities & Social Sciences, Non-Fiction, Short Story, Fiction, Literary Fiction, Picture Books, and Children's.
Work experience:
- The Malahat Review
- Self-publishing
- Self-employed
- Strangers Press
Ronan
Toronto, ON, Canada
Formerly an editor at a Big 5 romance imprint, I specialize in romance, fantasy/PNR, LGBTQ content, and sensitivity reading.
Genres: Young Adult, Fiction, Fantasy, LGBTQ Fiction, Women's Fiction, Science Fiction, Historical Fiction, Romantic Fantasy, and Romance.
Work experience:
- Harlequin/Carina Press
- The Bent Agency
- Pippin Properties
- Self-employed
Lee
Toronto, ON, Canada
15+ years editing for HarperCollins/Harlequin/Penguin. I've helped hone hundreds of books spanning many genres—including loads of romance!
Genres: Biographies & Memoirs, Non-Fiction, Contemporary Romance, Romance, Fiction, Historical Romance, Paranormal Romance, History, Humanities & Social Sciences, Political Science & Current Affairs, Science Fiction, and Thriller & Suspense.
Work experience:
- Penguin Random House
- Wattpad
- HarperCollins
- Senate of Canada
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Candida
Halifax, NS, Canada
A social justice–oriented non-fiction editor who loves helping authors express themselves with strength, passion, and clarity.
Genres: Sociology, Humanities & Social Sciences, Non-Fiction, Political Science & Current Affairs, History, LGBTQ Non-Fiction, Education & Reference, Middle Eastern & Islamic Studies, and Biographies & Memoirs.
Work experience:
- Fernwood Publishing
- Self-employed
Stephanie
Toronto, ON, Canada
Editor, proofreader, and indexer of fantasy and science fiction, textbooks, scholarly publications, and general nonfiction since 1999.
Genres: Science Fiction, Fiction, Life Sciences, Math & Science, Non-Fiction, Biographies & Memoirs, and Education & Reference.
Work experience:
- Self-employed
- Toronto Metropolitan University (Ryerson) Publishing certificate program
Dominic
Toronto, ON, Canada
15+ years' experience editing fiction (lit and mysteries), non-fiction (history, poli sci, bios, memoirs, finance, art), reports, web copy.
Genres: History, Humanities & Social Sciences, Non-Fiction, Biographies & Memoirs, Political Science & Current Affairs, Contemporary Fiction, Fiction, Mystery & Crime, and Art.
Work experience:
- Self-employed
- Dundurn Press
- Blue Butterfly Books
Samantha
Winnipeg, MB, Canada
Experienced copyeditor, proofreader, and indexer focused on non-fiction and academic publications with a background in the humanities.
Genres: History, Humanities & Social Sciences, Non-Fiction, Religion & Spirituality, Political Science & Current Affairs, Sociology, and Education & Reference.
Work experience:
- The Editing Company
- Iter Press
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Hilary
Halifax, NS, Canada
Editor with 20+ years experience in TTRPGs, genre fiction, and academic writing. Specialties in history, sci-fi, romance, and LGBTQ fiction.
Genres: Historical Fiction, Fiction, History, Humanities & Social Sciences, Non-Fiction, Romantic Suspense, Romance, Historical Romance, Gaming & LitRPG, Fantasy, LGBTQ Fiction, Psychological Thriller, Thriller & Suspense, Space Opera, and Science Fiction.
Work experience:
- Sourcebooks
- Dream Pod 9
- Certified Employee Benefit Specialist (CEBS) Program, Dalhousie University
- Self-employed
- Dalhousie University
Celia
Toronto, ON, Canada
Science fiction and fantasy editor with a strong focus on World building, Character development, Symbolism, and Incluing. English/French.
Genres: Magical Realism, Literary Fiction, Fiction, Nature, Non-Fiction, Urban Fantasy, Fantasy, Epic Fantasy, Dystopian, Science Fiction, Post-Apocalyptic, Space Opera, and Steampunk.
Work experience:
- TC Media
- Self-employed
- Bouquins & Confidences/Fantastika
- Flame Arrow Publishing
Dan
Toronto, Canada
I have 20+ years of developmental editing and copy editing experience working with science fiction, fantasy, mystery, and literary fiction.
Genres: Literary Fiction, Fiction, Short Story, Mystery & Crime, Urban Fantasy, Fantasy, Time Travel, Science Fiction, and Dystopian.
Work experience:
- Insomniac Press
- Self-employed
Raya
Halifax, NS, Canada
Certified Fictionary Storycoach & editor of upmarket, YA, & fantasy fiction & non-fiction. Would love to edit mystery or occult!
Genres: Literary Fiction, Fiction, Poetry, History, Humanities & Social Sciences, Non-Fiction, Short Story, Epic Fantasy, and Fantasy.
Work experience:
- Self-employed
- Blood & Bourbon
- Faze Magazine
- The Scene Magazine
Dr. Alison
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Professional editor (Dev/line/copy & acquisitions). Fiction: SF, Fantasy, Spec Fic. NF: various. Experienced in helping new/unpub authors.
Genres: Fantasy, Fiction, Education & Reference, Non-Fiction, Science Fiction, Writing & Publishing, Sociology, and Humanities & Social Sciences.
Work experience:
- Self-employed
- Canadian Journal for Students in Higher Education
- University of Toronto
- First Tutors
- Peter Lang
- Peter Lang
Jennifer
Toronto, ON, Canada
I'm a copyeditor and certified proofreader with 17 years of experience. I help authors solve editorial challenges with precision and care.
Genres: Contemporary Fiction, Fiction, Coming of Age, Fantasy, Historical Fiction, Magical Realism, Literary Fiction, Dystopian, Science Fiction, History, Humanities & Social Sciences, and Non-Fiction.
Work experience:
- Self-employed
- Pembroke Publishers
- LexisNexis Canada
- Playwrights Canada Press
- Cengage Learning
Andrew
Toronto, ON, Canada
A 15-year veteran editor and mildly lapsed freelance writer with a focus on and passion for film-related subjects.
Genres: History, Humanities & Social Sciences, Non-Fiction, and Entertainment.
Work experience:
- Toronto International Film Festival
- Cinema Scope Magazine
Anna
Toronto, ON, Canada
Senior editor with in-house experience + translator || Specfic + fantasy + kidlit + nonfiction || PRH, Kids Can Press, Editors Canada
Genres: Children’s Non-Fiction, Non-Fiction, Picture Books, Children's, Fiction, Short Story, Science Fiction, History, Humanities & Social Sciences, Technology, Romantic Fantasy, Romance, and Fantasy.
Work experience:
- Kids Can Press
- Kobo
- Penguin Random House
- The Rights Factory
- Augur Magazine / Tales & Feathers
- Self-employed
Lesley
Montreal, QC, Canada
Diligent developmental and copy editor of fiction and non-fiction. Specialities: literary fiction, non-fiction, and scholarly manuscripts.
Genres: Coming of Age, Fiction, Contemporary Fiction, Short Story, Computers & Internet, Non-Fiction, and Technology.
Work experience:
- Montreal Review of Books
- Manning Publications
Colleen
Vancouver, BC, Canada
Dedicated editor and proofreader with 20+ years professional publishing experience in many genres, especially fantasy, horror, and poetry.
Genres: Anthologies, Fiction, Historical Fiction, Poetry, Horror, Thriller & Suspense, Fantasy, Children's, and Science Fiction.
Work experience:
- Self-employed
- OnSpec Magazine





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