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Wayt
Seattle, United States
Award-winning science writer, editor, and publishing consultant for high-profile media. Also produce videos, podcasts, and presentations.
Genres: Computers & Internet, Non-Fiction, Technology, Engineering, Math & Science, Physics & Chemistry, Earth, Space, & Environmental Sciences, Engineering & Materials Science, and Life Sciences.
Work experience:
- Intellectual Ventures
- Self-employed
- Scientific American
Michael
Seattle, WA, United States
An attentive proofreader and copy editor, I help you deliver clear, precise prose.
Genres: Literary Fiction, Fiction, Action & Adventure, Mystery & Crime, Historical Fiction, Romance, and Thriller & Suspense.
Work experience:
- Self-employed
Alexander
Seattle, WA, USA
An editor with eight years of experience who has worked on projects from Amazon Publishing, National Geographic, Disney, and more.
Genres: Literary Fiction, Fiction, LGBTQ Fiction, Science Fiction, Mystery & Crime, Historical Fiction, Biographies & Memoirs, Non-Fiction, and Travel.
Work experience:
- Editorial and publishing services company
- Allegory Ridge
- Kaiser Permanente
- Red City Review
- Becker & Mayer
- Expedia
- Dorrance Publishing
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David
Seattle, WA, USA
Developmental editor of more than 300 novels since 2012, including best-selling mysteries, thrillers, and historical fiction.
Genres: Mystery & Crime, Fiction, Historical Fiction, Literary Fiction, Humor & Comedy, Thriller & Suspense, and Women's Fiction.
Work experience:
- Self-employed
Abi
Seattle, WA, USA
Passionate about bringing your best words to life. Specialities in nonfiction (history, cookbooks), poetry, children's. 10+ yrs experience.
Genres: History, Humanities & Social Sciences, Non-Fiction, Cooking, Food, Wine, & Spirits, Children’s Non-Fiction, Biographies & Memoirs, Picture Books, Children's, Fiction, Poetry, Photography, and Travel.
Work experience:
- Pelican Publishing
- Self
- Poetry Northwest Editions
Fleetwood
Seattle, WA, USA
Experienced developmental editor with expertise in science fiction and fantasy, working with publishers and independent authors.
Genres: Middle Grade Fantasy, Children's, Fiction, Epic Fantasy, Fantasy, Gaming & LitRPG, Dystopian, Science Fiction, Military Science Fiction, Post-Apocalyptic, Space Opera, and Steampunk.
Work experience:
- Waxman Leavell Literary Agency
- Self-employed
- Wizards of the Coast
- Random House Publishing Group
Erin
Seattle, WA, USA
Devoted and thoughtful line editor, copyeditor, and proofreader specializing in literary fiction, novels in translation, and cookbooks.
Genres: Literary Fiction, Fiction, Historical Fiction, Cooking, Food, Wine, & Spirits, Non-Fiction, Travel, DIY & Crafts, Contemporary Fiction, Classics, and Cultural & Ethnic.
Work experience:
- Self-employed
- GoodTherapy.org
- YES! magazine
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Shannon
Seattle, WA, USA
Experienced, encouraging developmental + copy editor to help you get one step closer to publishing. I love romance, fantasy, and mystery!
Genres: Women's Fiction, Fiction, Contemporary Fiction, Cozy Mysteries, Mystery & Crime, Magical Realism, Literary Fiction, Epic Fantasy, Fantasy, Contemporary Romance, Romance, Romantic Comedy, and Romantic Fantasy.
Work experience:
- Self-employed
- Various
Hannah
Seattle, WA, USA
I'm a developmental editor with 15+ years' experience in book publishing at PRH imprints focusing on memoir, narrative NF and LGBTQ+ fic.
Genres: Biographies & Memoirs, Non-Fiction, LGBTQ Fiction, Fiction, Self-Help & Self-Improvement, Parenting & Families, Nature, LGBTQ Non-Fiction, Home & Garden, and Travel.
Work experience:
- Sasquatch Books, Penguin Random House
- Self-employed
- Ballantine Books, Penguin Random House
- Elyse Cheney Literary
Susan
Seattle, WA, USA
Developmental Editor of SFF novels for Wizards of the Coast for twelve years. Runs panels and workshops on the craft of writing.
Genres: Fantasy, Fiction, and Science Fiction.
Work experience:
- Wizards of the Coast
- Self-employed
Phil Fox
Seattle, WA, USA
Editor/writer for 30+ years in books, periodicals and online, offering editorial services. Also coaching for creatives.
Genres: Self-Help & Self-Improvement, Non-Fiction, Religion & Spirituality, Humanities & Social Sciences, Health & Wellbeing, Business & Management, Technology, Mystery & Crime, Fiction, and Computers & Internet.
Work experience:
- Patheos
- Paraclete Press
- Spiritual Directors International (Presence Journal)
- Self-employed
- Busted Halo
- Housing Works
- Clickradio
- Computer Reseller News
- PC Magazine (Ziff-Davis Publishing)
Skye
Seattle, WA, USA
Copy editor for 20 years with SAGE and Wiley. I have a background in science, literature, art, and music. Nothing gets by me!
Genres: History, Humanities & Social Sciences, Non-Fiction, Music, Life Sciences, Math & Science, Earth, Space, & Environmental Sciences, Art, Historical Fiction, Fiction, Young Adult, and Action & Adventure.
Work experience:
- Wiley (freelance)
- Rowman & Littlefield Publishers (freelance)
- SAGE Publications (freelance)
Bridget
Seattle, WA, USA
Editor previously with Penguin Random House. Experience includes books by the New York Times, award-winning authors, and iconic brands.
Genres: Design, Non-Fiction, Cooking, Food, Wine, & Spirits, LGBTQ Non-Fiction, Sex & Relationships, Home & Garden, and Travel.
Work experience:
- Penguin Random House
- Girl Friday Productions
- Raspberry Bow Press
Kim
Seattle, WA, USA
I'm an experienced editor in all stages of text development, and I'm just as socially awkward as you are. Let's chat.
Genres: Young Adult Fantasy, Young Adult, Fiction, Biographies & Memoirs, Non-Fiction, Post-Apocalyptic, Science Fiction, Epic Fantasy, Fantasy, Contemporary Fiction, Contemporary Romance, Romance, and Dystopian.
Work experience:
- Simon & Schuster
- Lyrical Press
- University of Washington
Kelley
Seattle, WA, USA
Fiction editor, specializing in science fiction, fantasy, and young adult manuscripts, with experience in traditional and indie publishing.
Genres: LGBTQ Fiction, Fiction, Fantasy, Middle Grade Fantasy, Children's, Science Fiction, Paranormal Romance, Romance, Young Adult Fantasy, Young Adult, New Adult, and Middle Grade.
Work experience:
- Self-employed
Corbin
Seattle, WA, USA
20 years experience as a developmental editor and coach helping award winning writers share their story and expertise with the world.
Genres: Biographies & Memoirs, Non-Fiction, Health & Wellbeing, Inspirational, Parenting & Families, Education & Reference, Psychology, Humanities & Social Sciences, Coming of Age, Fiction, and New Age.
Work experience:
- Self-employed
- Detour Ahead
- University of Washington School of Law
- Verve
Eliza
Maplewood, NJ, United States
I'm a detail-oriented editor, specializing in children's nonfiction, with 10 years of experience at publishing houses and literary agencies
Genres: Young Adult, Fiction, Picture Books, Children's, Children’s Non-Fiction, Non-Fiction, and Education & Reference.
Work experience:
- Diversion Books
- Self-employed
- Leigh Feldman Literary
- The Bent Agency
- Callisto Media
- Rebel Girls





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