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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
- Published by Cedar Mill Press, an imprint of HarperCollins Focus
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
Jenn
Vancouver, BC, Canada
*NOTE: Booking into Nov 2025 and into 2026. Developmental, line, copy editor and mentor. Available 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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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
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
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
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
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Kathleen
Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada
Fiction editor offering 5-star service for various editing stages and query materials. Member of Editors Canada. Also a literary agent.
Genres: Mystery & Crime, Fiction, Contemporary Fiction, Historical Fiction, Time Travel, Science Fiction, Psychological Thriller, Thriller & Suspense, Horror, Women's Fiction, and Young Adult.
Work experience:
- Self-employed
- The Rights Factory
Dustin
St. John's, NL, Canada
I'm a developmental editor with 10+ years of experience. I specialize in science fiction and fantasy, but I also love a good cozy mystery.
Genres: Epic Fantasy, Fantasy, Fiction, Science Fiction, Cozy Mysteries, Mystery & Crime, Historical Romance, and Romance.
Work experience:
- Self-employed
Kate
Victoria, BC, Canada
A dedicated editor of adult fiction and narrative nonfiction, I've spent 20+ years helping writers carve out and polish their stories.
Genres: Historical Fiction, Fiction, Literary Fiction, Mystery & Crime, Biographies & Memoirs, Non-Fiction, History, and Humanities & Social Sciences.
Work experience:
- Self-employed
- Gaspereau Press
- Nimbus Publishing
- TouchWood Editions
Michael
Toronto, ON, Canada
I am a book editor and writer with more than 30 years of experience in just about every non-fiction and fiction genre.
Genres: Mystery & Crime, Fiction, Young Adult, Biographies & Memoirs, Non-Fiction, History, Humanities & Social Sciences, Business & Management, and Literary Fiction.
Suzanne
Toronto, ON, Canada
Former Children's Editor @ HarperCollins and author of seven books for young readers with more than a decade of editorial experience.
Genres: Picture Books, Children's, Fiction, Middle Grade, and Young Adult.
Work experience:
- HarperCollins Publisher LTD
Tara
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Highly skilled developmental editor with an inquisitive style. Specialty: non-fiction. I help authors succeed and refine their craft.
Genres: Biographies & Memoirs, Non-Fiction, Travel, Business & Management, Self-Help & Self-Improvement, Sociology, and Humanities & Social Sciences.
Work experience:
- Diverse Publishers and Authors
- Kot Copyediting & Proofreading Inc.
Leander
Montreal, QC, Canada
Editor specialising in architectural monographs, histories, and ciriticism.
Genres: Architecture, Non-Fiction, Art, Humanities & Social Sciences, History, and Design.
Work experience:
- Canadian Centre for Architecture
- Office of Adrian Phiffer
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
Maria
Toronto, ON, Canada
Supportive editor with more than 20 years' experience and a Master of Publishing. Focus on biographies/memoirs, travel, and architecture.
Genres: Architecture, Non-Fiction, Biographies & Memoirs, Travel, Design, Inspirational, and Self-Help & Self-Improvement.
Work experience:
- Self-employed
- Penguin Group Canada
- Literary Mama
Lara
Hamilton, ON, Canada
I specialize in romance fiction but have edited books across all genres, including erotica, fantasy, children's books and non-fiction.
Genres: Romance, Fiction, Thriller & Suspense, Young Adult, Women's Fiction, Paranormal Romance, Mystery & Crime, Christian Fiction, Biographies & Memoirs, and Non-Fiction.
Work experience:
- Tellwell Talent
- Self-employed
- Harlequin Enterprises





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