17+ Best Book Editors for Hire near Vancouver

Francis J.

Vancouver, BC, Canada

Over 30 years of experience copy editing and proofreading books in natural history, life sciences, history, law, geography, and more

Genres: History, Humanities & Social Sciences, Non-Fiction, Nature, Law, Life Sciences, Math & Science, Earth, Space, & Environmental Sciences, Biographies & Memoirs, and Geography.

Work experience:

Self-employed

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Janet

Vancouver, BC, Canada

Storytelling is my passion. A longtime editor and multi-award-winning writer, I help authors connect, compel and entertain. (AI-free zone!)

Genres: Contemporary Fiction, Fiction, Biographies & Memoirs, Non-Fiction, Cooking, Food, Wine, & Spirits, Travel, Short Story, Action & Adventure, Thriller & Suspense, and Design.

Work experience:

Self-employed

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Taisha

Vancouver, BC, Canada

Experienced proofreader and copyeditor of fiction and nonfiction books with a Master of Publishing--and a whiz at reviewing query letters!

Genres: Children's, Fiction, Business & Management, and Non-Fiction.

Work experience:

Self-employed
Greystone Books

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Amelia

Vancouver, BC, Canada

Publishing professional with 15 years editing experience who has helped a variety of self-publishing authors achieve their literary goals.

Genres: Literary Fiction, Fiction, Biographies & Memoirs, Non-Fiction, Cooking, Food, Wine, & Spirits, Home & Garden, Art, and Humanities & Social Sciences.

Work experience:

Self-employed
Douglas & McIntyre
CPA Canada

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Ceileigh

Vancouver, BC, Canada

Vancouver-based editor of contemporary fiction, sci fi/fantasy, and romance.

Genres: Fantasy, Fiction, Contemporary Fiction, Thriller & Suspense, Science Fiction, and Romance.

Work experience:

Self-employed
Humber Publishing Services
Simon & Schuster Canada

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Jenn

Vancouver, BC, Canada

*NOTE: Booking into mid-2026. Developmental, line, copy editor and mentor. Limited availability for short projects and 1:1 consults.

Genres: Contemporary Romance, Romance, Fiction, Paranormal Romance, Romantic Comedy, Romantic Suspense, Urban Fantasy, Fantasy, Chick Lit, Women's Fiction, Young Adult Fantasy, and Young Adult.

Work experience:

Self-employed

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Beau Avery

Vancouver, BC, Canada

I'm a hands-on developmental editor working with LGBTQ+, upmarket, and fantasy novels. Send me your queer books!

Genres: Contemporary Fiction, Fiction, LGBTQ Fiction, Urban Fantasy, Fantasy, Romantic Fantasy, Romance, Poetry, Historical Mysteries, and Mystery & Crime.

Work experience:

Self-employed
Central Avenue Publishing

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Susan

Vancouver, BC, Canada

I am an editor, author coach, and publishing consultant with 15 years' experience in the publishing industry.

Genres: Fantasy, Fiction, Literary Fiction, Romance, Young Adult, Inspirational, Non-Fiction, Biographies & Memoirs, Business & Management, and Health & Wellbeing.

Work experience:

Self-employed
Pearson Education
Blackhall Publishing

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Pauline

Toronto, Canada

Experienced copyeditor and proofreader interested in history, culture, and technology

Genres: Biographies & Memoirs, Non-Fiction, Business & Management, Technology, Cooking, Food, Wine, & Spirits, History, Humanities & Social Sciences, Travel, and Entertainment.

Work experience:

Wiley
Rakuten Kobo

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Geffen

Vancouver, BC, Canada

An editor with experience at top international agencies and publishers, who loves voice-driven fiction and upmarket, accessible nonfiction.

Genres: Biographies & Memoirs, Non-Fiction, Contemporary Fiction, Fiction, Mystery & Crime, Romance, True Crime, LGBTQ Non-Fiction, Young Adult, and Sex & Relationships.

Work experience:

Aitken Alexander Associates
Room Magazine
Doubleday Canada, Penguin Random House Canada
Andrew Nurnberg Associates
Profile Books
Penguin Random House Canada
Westwood Creative Artists

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Robin

Hamilton, ON, Canada

Developmental and line-level editing of fiction, bringing the mind of an English professor and the heart of a writer to your work.

Genres: Picture Books, Children's, Fiction, Middle Grade, and Middle Grade Fantasy.

Work experience:

Self-employed
Mohawk College
Dundas Valley HIgh School (DVHS) Co-op

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Lisa

Toronto, ON, Canada

Humanities non-fiction copy-editor and proofreader with 10+ years' experience, including several years at Cambridge University Press.

Genres: Biographies & Memoirs, Non-Fiction, Education & Reference, and Humanities & Social Sciences.

Work experience:

Self-employed
Cambridge University Press
The Lutterworth Press/James Clarke & Co

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Lesley-Anne

Oshawa, ON, Canada

GTA-based editor and proofreader specializing in nonfiction and romance. I'll help you sound like the best possible version of you!

Genres: Young Adult, Fiction, Romance, Self-Help & Self-Improvement, Non-Fiction, Women's Fiction, Health & Wellbeing, and Parenting & Families.

Work experience:

The Editing Company
ECW Press
Self-employed

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Lottie

Montreal, QC, Canada

Editor and proofreader with 3+ years' experience at HarperCollins and an expert eye for detail! Keen on women's fiction and fantasy.

Genres: Women's Fiction, Fiction, Mystery & Crime, Entertainment, Non-Fiction, Short Story, Humor & Comedy, Romance, Fantasy, and Contemporary Fiction.

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