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Ashley
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Westchester, IL, USA
I work as Content Editor for an independent publisher and also as a freelance editor. I enjoy working with writers of all genres.
Genres: Contemporary Fiction, Fiction, LGBTQ Fiction, Literary Fiction, Short Story, LGBTQ Non-Fiction, Non-Fiction, and Young Adult.
John
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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
John
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St. Louis, MO, USA
20+ years as a development editor, copy editor, and proofreader, in both nonfiction and fiction. Former MFA faculty and author of 4 books.
Genres: Literary Fiction, Fiction, Short Story, Biographies & Memoirs, Non-Fiction, Travel, and Writing & Publishing.
Work experience:
- The Common Reader, Washington University in St. Louis
- McNeese State MFA program
- University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
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Jonathan
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Beaufort, SC, USA
Your developmental editor with a sales & marketing brain -- with 25+ years in small-press publishing, literary nonprofits & book reviewing
Genres: Anthologies, Fiction, Contemporary Fiction, Coming of Age, Historical Fiction, Short Story, Biographies & Memoirs, Non-Fiction, and Mystery & Crime.
Work experience:
- Pat Conroy Literary Center
- Charleston Post and Courier
- University of South Carolina Press
- Southern Illinois University Press
- Self-employed
Bryndee
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Boise, ID, USA
I enjoy working on all sorts of projects with people who need help with grammar. My main areas are business and English.
Genres: Political Science & Current Affairs, Humanities & Social Sciences, Non-Fiction, Middle Eastern & Islamic Studies, Historical Fiction, Fiction, and Short Story.
Work experience:
- Lexington Books
- Golbon
Anne
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Croton-on-Hudson, NY, USA
Visionary editor with a focus on literary fiction and expertise in literary magazines and independent publishing.
Genres: Literary Fiction, Fiction, Young Adult, Biographies & Memoirs, Non-Fiction, Writing & Publishing, Short Story, Middle Grade, Children's, and Classics.
Work experience:
- Self-employed
- A Public Space
- Words Without Borders
- Associate Editor / Assistant Editor
- Irene Skolnick Literary Agency
Meg
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Portland, OR, USA
Developmental editor, copy editor, and proofreader with over twenty years of experience working on literary fiction.
Genres: Short Story, Fiction, and Literary Fiction.
Work experience:
- Self-employed
- Tin House Books
- Tin House magazine
- Literature and Medicine
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Emily
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Boston, MA, USA
An eagle-eyed copyeditor and proofreader specializing in literary fiction with editorial experience at Penguin Random House and McSweeney's.
Genres: Children’s Non-Fiction, Non-Fiction, Biographies & Memoirs, Literary Fiction, Fiction, Picture Books, Children's, Contemporary Fiction, Historical Fiction, and Short Story.
Work experience:
- Penguin Random House
- McSweeney's
- Harvard Alumni Association
- Self-employed
Kate
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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
Nicole
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New York, NY, USA
I'm a copy editor and proofreader with over eight years of experience for major book publishers, magazines, and digital publications.
Genres: Children's, Fiction, Comics & Graphic Novels, Humor & Comedy, Short Story, Thriller & Suspense, Entertainment, Non-Fiction, Technology, and Action & Adventure.
Work experience:
- Adweek
- Best Lawyer
- Scholastic
Pam Elise
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New York, NY, USA
I am a development editor with over twenty-five years of experience, specializing in guiding new authors through the editorial process.
Genres: Middle Grade Fantasy, Children's, Fiction, Contemporary Fiction, Plays & Screenplays, Short Story, Young Adult Fantasy, Young Adult, ELT, Non-Fiction, Contemporary Romance, Romance, and Romantic Comedy.
Work experience:
- Self-employed
- Cambridge University Press
Martin Roy
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San Diego, CA, USA
Professional editor and national award-winning author with a wide range of experience in fiction and nonfiction publishing.
Genres: Thriller & Suspense, Fiction, Action & Adventure, Historical Mysteries, Mystery & Crime, Cozy Mysteries, Military Science Fiction, Science Fiction, and Short Story.
Work experience:
- Self-employed
- Naval Health Research Center
- San Diego Business Journal
- San Diego Magazine
- The Log Newspapers
- Palm Springs Desert Sun
Ann
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Duluth, MN, USA
Book editor and award-winning writer who works on fiction and nonfiction, with special expertise on books in translation.
Genres: Historical Fiction, Fiction, Biographies & Memoirs, Non-Fiction, Literary Fiction, Short Story, Middle Grade, Children's, and Business & Management.
Work experience:
- Self-employed
Matthew
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New York, NY, USA
Developmental editor, writing coach, and publishing consultant. First drafts through publication. 15+ years, 200+ manuscripts. New York.
Genres: Literary Fiction, Fiction, Coming of Age, Biographies & Memoirs, Non-Fiction, Buddhism, Religion & Spirituality, Short Story, Computers & Internet, Political Science & Current Affairs, and Humanities & Social Sciences.
Work experience:
- Self-employed
Mayada
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New York, NY, USA
Editor of prize-winning literary fiction. Formerly at Bloomsbury Publishing. Arabic-to-English translator.
Genres: Literary Fiction, Fiction, Short Story, Art, Humanities & Social Sciences, Non-Fiction, Anthologies, Contemporary Fiction, LGBTQ Fiction, and Sociology.
Work experience:
- Bloomsbury Publishing Qatar Foundation (BQFP)
- Self-employed
Rachel
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San Diego, CA, USA
My favorite stories are mysteries, thrillers, romance, and historical fiction. Give me stories with grit, atmosphere, and a sense of place.
Genres: Historical Fiction, Fiction, Historical Romance, Romance, Historical Mysteries, Mystery & Crime, Cozy Mysteries, Romantic Suspense, Short Story, Christian Fiction, and Thriller & Suspense.
Work experience:
- Will Rogers Medallion Awards
- Wolfpack Publishing
- Kensington Publishing
- Roan & Weatherford Publishing, Hat Creek Imprint
- Imadjinn Awards
- Western Writers of America - Spur Awards
Rebecca
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New York, NY, USA
Experienced, meticulous, and collaborative copy editor/proofreader with a YA/middle grade/kid lit focus (and a bad slash habit)
Genres: Contemporary Fiction, Fiction, Children’s Non-Fiction, Non-Fiction, Education & Reference, Middle Grade, Children's, Picture Books, Comics & Graphic Novels, Young Adult, and Short Story.
Work experience:
- Holiday House Publishing, Inc.
- Scholastic Inc.
- Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company
- Skyhorse Publishing, Inc.
- TriAd Media Solutions, Inc.
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