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Renee
Buxton, ME, United States
Passionate editor of award-winning indie novels, with a specialty in adult dark fiction, spec. fic., horror, and psychological thrillers.
Genres: Magical Realism, Literary Fiction, Fiction, Mystery & Crime, Horror, Thriller & Suspense, Psychological Thriller, Middle Grade, Children's, Coming of Age, Poetry, Post-Apocalyptic, and Science Fiction.
Work experience:
- Crystal Lake Publishing
- Sebago Education Alliance
- Allhorror.net
- HorrorMovieReviews.com
- Self-employed
Laura
New York, NY, United States
Expert developmental and line editor, ghostwriter, and consultant collaborates on all aspects of nonfiction and fiction for adults and kids.
Genres: Young Adult, Fiction, Picture Books, Children's, Biographies & Memoirs, Non-Fiction, Health & Wellbeing, Poetry, Inspirational, Women's Fiction, and Self-Help & Self-Improvement.
Work experience:
- Jill Grinberg Literary Management
- Black Dog & Leventhal Publishers
- Pocket Books
- Simon & Schuster
- Penguin USA
- Theater Communications Group
Aaron
Buffalo, NY, USA
I am Editor in Chief of a literary publication and former English professor who loves all forms of creative writing—both poetry and prose.
Genres: Literary Fiction, Fiction, Poetry, Humanities & Social Sciences, Non-Fiction, Nature, Religion & Spirituality, Self-Help & Self-Improvement, Writing & Publishing, and Contemporary Fiction.
Work experience:
- SUNY Erie
- Wild Roof Journal
- Hawkes Learning
- Ohlinger Publishing Services
- The Closed Eye Open
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Jeff
Portland, OR, USA
Dynamic, multi-genre writer/editor providing professional developmental editing, copy editing, manuscript evaluations, and book coaching.
Genres: Poetry, Fiction, Literary Fiction, Writing & Publishing, Non-Fiction, Biographies & Memoirs, Music, Humanities & Social Sciences, and Contemporary Fiction.
Work experience:
- Fonograf Editions
- various universities
- Independent Publishing Resource Center
- Dikembe Press
- Prairie Schooner
John
Fort Collins, CO, USA
Seasoned, communicative manuscript editor
Genres: Biographies & Memoirs, Non-Fiction, Political Science & Current Affairs, Humanities & Social Sciences, Buddhism, Religion & Spirituality, Poetry, Fiction, History, Philosophy, Sociology, and Music.
Work experience:
- Self-employed
- Raritan: A Quarterly Review, New Brunswick, NJ
- English Department, Rutgers University, New Brunswick, NJ
- Undergraduate Writing Center, University of Texas, Austin, TX
- English Department, Miami University, Oxford, OH
- Lubbock Meditation, Lubbock, TX
- Programs for Academic Support Services, Texas Tech University
Douglas
New York, NY, USA
I help writers understand and develop their instincts — reflecting craft back, placing it in context, and refining it with honest advice.
Genres: Contemporary Fiction, Fiction, Poetry, Cooking, Food, Wine, & Spirits, Non-Fiction, Writing & Publishing, Short Story, Biographies & Memoirs, Finance & Accounting, Math & Science, and Computers & Internet.
Work experience:
- Self-employed
- Rowman & Littlefield
- TPR Press
- River Avenue Digital
John
Stockton, CA, USA
I have many years of experience in a wide array of editing and writing duties in a wide variety of genres.
Genres: Poetry, Fiction, Short Story, Agriculture, Non-Fiction, Business & Management, Computers & Internet, Earth, Space, & Environmental Sciences, Math & Science, Geography, Humanities & Social Sciences, and Philosophy.
Work experience:
- Oxford University Press
- MTKG, Inc.
- University of California Press
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Christina
Portland, OR, USA
Thoughtful, thorough, and insightful Christian theology editor for 17 years. Globally-minded seminary graduate. K–adult educator.
Genres: Christian Non-Fiction, Religion & Spirituality, Non-Fiction, Poetry, and Fiction.
Work experience:
- Self-employed
- Clatsop Community College
- Fuller Writing Center
- Tillamook Bay Community College
- Judson International School
Laura
Kansas City, MO, USA
Specializing in copy editing and proofreading for books and calendars in children's, poetry, humor, and humanities genres #fine-toothcomb
Genres: Middle Grade, Children's, Fiction, Calendars, Non-Fiction, Humor & Comedy, Poetry, Comics Non-Fiction, Art, and Humanities & Social Sciences.
Work experience:
- Self-employed
- Andrews McMeel Universal
- Ascend Media
- KCMETROPOLIS
- Cerner Corporation
- Truman State University
David
Putnam Valley, NY, USA
8 years freelancing for scouts, agents, and authors. Editor for bestselling authors, including David Sedaris. Literary awards facilitator.
Genres: Biographies & Memoirs, Non-Fiction, LGBTQ Non-Fiction, History, Humanities & Social Sciences, Political Science & Current Affairs, Literary Fiction, Fiction, Short Story, and Poetry.
Work experience:
- Self-employed
- Whiting
- Massie & McQuilkin Literary Agents
Kate
Youngstown, OH, USA
Copyeditor/proofreader 7+ years. Works with first-time authors, professors, and small Catholic presses. Passionate about poetry and drama.
Genres: Poetry, Fiction, Short Story, Fantasy, and Contemporary Fiction.
Work experience:
- Wiseblood Books
- Holy Heroes
- Sophia Institute Press
- Community Services of America at Good Will Publishers
- Youngstown State University
Staci
Raleigh, NC, USA
Your story matters. Literary editor with 10+ years in memoir, essays & poetry. I help writers bring honesty and craft to the page.
Genres: Poetry, Fiction, Short Story, Biographies & Memoirs, and Non-Fiction.
Work experience:
- The Sun Magazine
- NC State Magazine
- NC State University College of Design
- American Veterinary Medical Association
- Broadside Literary Arts Magazine
- Northern Illinois University
- Sauk Valley Media
Janice
Seattle, WA, USA
Editor of hundreds of traditionally published books.
Genres: Literary Fiction, Fiction, Young Adult, Fantasy, Science Fiction, Urban Fantasy, Poetry, Comics & Graphic Novels, Paranormal Romance, and Romance.
Work experience:
- Self-employed
- Fantagraphics Books
Kelly
Phoenix, United States
I have 20 years of editing experience in all genres, with special attention to business and travel.
Genres: Romance, Fiction, Business & Management, Non-Fiction, Travel, Poetry, and Mystery & Crime.
Work experience:
- Immanence Journal
- Gently Read Literature (GRL)
- International Artist Publishing
- Perseus Books Group
- Self-employed
Mira
Boston, MA, USA
Proofreader and copyeditor with over six years of wide-ranging experience and a special focus on children's and YA!
Genres: Poetry, Fiction, Picture Books, Children's, Children’s Non-Fiction, Non-Fiction, Biographies & Memoirs, Young Adult, Middle Grade, and Middle Grade Fantasy.
Work experience:
- Charlesbridge Publishing
Ariel
New York, NY, USA
Meticulous editor. Experience at Macmillan, Simon and Schuster, Red Hen Press. Poetry, literary fiction/nonfiction, adult/children's books.
Genres: Literary Fiction, Fiction, Poetry, Writing & Publishing, Non-Fiction, Children's, Coming of Age, Short Story, Children’s Non-Fiction, and Self-Help & Self-Improvement.
Work experience:
- Red Hen Press
- Scripps College Journal
- The Student Life
- Coffee Stained Press
- Self-employed
- The Adroit Journal
Laurel
Portland, ME, USA
I am an experienced editor specializing in K–12 education, memoir, and other nonfiction.
Genres: Education & Reference, Non-Fiction, Biographies & Memoirs, Travel, Humanities & Social Sciences, Poetry, and Fiction.
Work experience:
- Solution Tree Press
- Marzano Resources
- The Creator Institute
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