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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
Sabeena
Montreal, QC, Canada
Experienced editor specializing in the visual arts and culture with a passion for developmental editing, copy editing, and proofreading.
Genres: Design, Non-Fiction, Art, and Humanities & Social Sciences.
Work experience:
- DC Moore Gallery
- Self-employed
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
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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
Sasha
Toronto, ON, Canada
An experienced editor fully committed to help transform your manuscript into an unforgettable book. Worked at MIRA Books.
Genres: Contemporary Fiction, Fiction, Paranormal Romance, Romance, and Women's Fiction.
Work experience:
- MIRA Books (Harlequin Enterprises Ltd.)
- Self-employed
- Razor Magazine
- First Folio Resources Group
Lola
Surrey, BC, Canada
Developmental editor specializing in literary fiction, short stories, and women's fiction. Loves works on women's and children's health.
Genres: Literary Fiction, Fiction, Short Story, Women's Fiction, Social & Family Issues, and Young Adult.
Work experience:
- Narrative Landscape Press
- Editors Canada (Editors BC)
Holly
Montreal, QC, Canada
Experienced editor driven by the goal to connect writers to their voices and readers to stories. Rigorous, thoughtful, committed, kind.
Genres: Biographies & Memoirs, Non-Fiction, Education & Reference, Art, Humanities & Social Sciences, History, Health & Wellbeing, LGBTQ Non-Fiction, Nature, Literary Fiction, and Fiction.
Work experience:
- Self-employed
- McGill University
- Caitlin Press
- Simon Fraser University
- NUVO Magazine
- Sunshine Coast Festival of the Written Arts
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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.
Work experience:
- HarperCollins Publishers
- Self-employed
- Route 57 Creative Journal
Kate
Guelph/Eramosa, ON, Canada
With 15+ years of experience in Romance and a passion for YA, this former Harlequin editor knows what elevates stories into page-turners.
Genres: LGBTQ Fiction, Fiction, Contemporary Romance, Romance, Paranormal Romance, Young Adult Fantasy, Young Adult, Epic Fantasy, Fantasy, Dystopian, Science Fiction, and Romantic Fantasy.
Work experience:
- Self-employed
- Halequin
- Harlequin
Emily
Toronto, Canada
Former Harlequin and HarperCollins editor with 15+ years of experience. Specializing in romance, historical, women's fiction and more!
Genres: Contemporary Fiction, Fiction, Historical Fiction, LGBTQ Fiction, Thriller & Suspense, Women's Fiction, Romance, Humor & Comedy, and Coming of Age.
Work experience:
- Harlequin/HarperCollins
- Self-employed
Jenna
Victoria, BC, Canada
Expert editor with a background in children's publishing, specializing in content that inspires young readers’ imaginations.
Genres: Picture Books, Children's, Fiction, Children’s Non-Fiction, and Non-Fiction.
Work experience:
- Today's Parent Approved
- Owlkids Publishing - Chirp, Chickadee, and OWL Magazines
- Today’s Parent Magazine
- The Ryersonian
- Dandyhorse Magazine
- Strathmore Times
- McClung's Magazine
Gillian
Toronto, ON, Canada
Experienced, kind, creative editor. LGBTQ and emerging writers very welcome. I would love to help you find order in your word chaos!
Genres: Mystery & Crime, Fiction, LGBTQ Fiction, Literary Fiction, Biographies & Memoirs, Non-Fiction, Entertainment, and LGBTQ Non-Fiction.
Work experience:
- Insomniac Press
- Self-employed
- Toronto Metropolitan University
- Second Story Press
Amy
Montreal, Canada
I want readers to love your book and live in your world, gripped by your words, desperate to keep reading.
Genres: Mystery & Crime, Fiction, and Thriller & Suspense.
Work experience:
- Self-employed
Nicolle
Toronto, ON, Canada
Developmental Editor focused on short stories and screenplays for 8 Years. I love working with authors who have a strong vision and message
Genres: Plays & Screenplays, Fiction, Short Story, Nature, and Non-Fiction.
Work experience:
- Self-employed
- Firefly Books
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
Dan
Toronto, Canada
I have 19+ 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
Valerie
Toronto, ON, Canada
Romance, Historical, Women's Fiction, and Ghostwriting are specialties. Detailed, Committed, 25 yrs experience, 5* Reviews. Reach out!
Genres: Mystery & Crime, Fiction, Historical Fiction, Literary Fiction, Romance, and Thriller & Suspense.
Work experience:
- Harlequin Enterprises Ltd.
- Self-employed





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