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John G.
Charlotte, NC, USA
John has written over 40 novels of his own and edited well over 100 novels ranging from debut authors to NY Times bestsellers.
Genres: Epic Fantasy, Fantasy, Fiction, Urban Fantasy, Horror, Thriller & Suspense, Paranormal Romance, and Romance.
Work experience:
- Self-employed
James
Fort Collins, CO, USA
I help genre fiction & comics writers see what isn’t working, strengthen story, and hook readers from page one. 10+ years' experience.
Genres: Comics & Graphic Novels, Fiction, Mystery & Crime, Young Adult, Science Fiction, Horror, Thriller & Suspense, Psychological Thriller, Middle Grade, Children's, Epic Fantasy, and Fantasy.
Work experience:
- Self-employed
- Jeppesen/Boeing
Lyndsey
Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA, USA
Professional editor of horror/fantasy with over five years' experience helping authors and traditional publishers elevate their novels.
Genres: Cozy Mysteries, Mystery & Crime, Fiction, Post-Apocalyptic, Science Fiction, Horror, Thriller & Suspense, Psychological Thriller, Epic Fantasy, Fantasy, Historical Romance, Romance, and Urban Fantasy.
Work experience:
- Self-employed
- Eerie River Publishing (Indie Publishing House)
- Turner Publishing (Established Traditional Publishing House)
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Daniel
Santa Fe, NM, USA
I am a freelance developmental editor and manuscript assessor with more than 25 years experience in fiction and narrative nonfiction.
Genres: Contemporary Fiction, Fiction, Science Fiction, Mystery & Crime, Epic Fantasy, Fantasy, and Historical Fiction.
Work experience:
- Self-employed
- AE Link Publications, Inc
- Wordlink, Inc
Stacey
Nampa, ID, USA
Developmental, copy editor, and publishing coach, who works with hundreds of motivated authors to produce professional and polished books.
Genres: Historical Fiction, Fiction, Children's, Business & Management, Non-Fiction, Self-Help & Self-Improvement, Epic Fantasy, Fantasy, Dystopian, Science Fiction, Mystery & Crime, and Urban Fantasy.
Work experience:
- Self-employed
Scott
Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA
Developmental and copy editor specializing in speculative fiction. I love helping writers bring their imaginative worlds to life!
Genres: Young Adult, Fiction, Epic Fantasy, Fantasy, Urban Fantasy, Post-Apocalyptic, Science Fiction, Dystopian, Space Opera, Short Story, Horror, and Thriller & Suspense.
Work experience:
- Outland Entertainment
Jen
Kansas City, MO, USA
Thorough and encouraging editor of fantasy, romance, and mystery. 10+ years editing for indie authors. 3+ years at Hallmark Publishing.
Genres: Cozy Mysteries, Mystery & Crime, Fiction, Epic Fantasy, Fantasy, Urban Fantasy, Contemporary Romance, Romance, Paranormal Romance, Romantic Comedy, Romantic Fantasy, Young Adult Fantasy, and Young Adult.
Work experience:
- Hallmark Publishing
- Self-employed
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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
Sam
New York City, NY, USA
Former literary agent specializing in genre fiction - especially fantasy, science fiction, and horror. Here to help you find your voice!
Genres: Epic Fantasy, Fantasy, Fiction, Romantic Fantasy, Romance, Urban Fantasy, Space Opera, Science Fiction, and Time Travel.
Work experience:
- Various Literary Agencies
Dan
Ramona, CA, USA
30+ years' experience. I focus on developmental editing, ms assessment, and line editing in all fiction genres.
Genres: Thriller & Suspense, Fiction, Epic Fantasy, Fantasy, Urban Fantasy, Dystopian, Science Fiction, Military Science Fiction, Post-Apocalyptic, and Space Opera.
Work experience:
- The Brand X Method
- Self-employed
- Cambridge Scientific Abstracts
Rozi
New York, NY, USA
Too many words? Not enough? A subplot that wandered off like a Roomba? I refine structure & polish prose—esp. fantasy/romantasy. | PRH alum
Genres: Cozy Mysteries, Mystery & Crime, Fiction, Contemporary Romance, Romance, Epic Fantasy, Fantasy, Romantic Fantasy, Paranormal Romance, and Urban Fantasy.
Work experience:
- Time Inc.
- Penguin Random House
- The Developmental
- EFA
Sean
Denton, TX, United States
Editor of bestselling, award-winning middle grade, YA, and adult books, specializing in fantasy and sci-fi. Let's make your book stand out!
Genres: Middle Grade, Children's, Fiction, Young Adult Fantasy, Young Adult, Middle Grade Fantasy, Dystopian, Science Fiction, Epic Fantasy, Fantasy, Urban Fantasy, Action & Adventure, Romantic Fantasy, and Romance.
Work experience:
- Andrea Hurst and Associates, LLC
- Andrea Hurst and Associates
- Self-employed
- Relay Publishing, LLC
- The Editorial Department
Andrea
Raleigh, NC, USA
25 years editing/agenting debut and bestselling commercial fiction. Penguin/RH, St. Martins, Amazon. Expert eye for story and market.
Genres: Women's Fiction, Fiction, Historical Fiction, Epic Fantasy, Fantasy, Mystery & Crime, Psychological Thriller, Thriller & Suspense, Health & Wellbeing, Non-Fiction, Romantic Fantasy, Romance, New Adult, and Young Adult.
Work experience:
- Self-employed
George
Boston, MA, USA
Highly experienced editor specializing in sci-fi and fantasy across all ages. Published author with HarperCollins. Let's level up your book!
Genres: Young Adult Fantasy, Young Adult, Fiction, Romantic Fantasy, Romance, Urban Fantasy, Fantasy, Epic Fantasy, Action & Adventure, Middle Grade Fantasy, Children's, New Adult, Dystopian, and Science Fiction.
Work experience:
- Self-employed
- Angelella Editorial
- HarperCollins
Molli
Warren, NJ, USA
Critically acclaimed author. I specialize in picture books and YA/Adult romance/fantasy. I love making books shine!
Genres: Picture Books, Children's, Fiction, Short Story, New Adult, Young Adult, Young Adult Fantasy, Epic Fantasy, Fantasy, Paranormal Romance, Romance, and Romantic Fantasy.
Work experience:
- Self-employed
Peter
Valley Center, CA, USA
Seasoned editor / award-winning author / college teacher / pastor. I specialize in making writing flow like water–from sentence to book.
Genres: Christian Non-Fiction, Religion & Spirituality, Non-Fiction, Christian Fiction, Fiction, Inspirational, Self-Help & Self-Improvement, Epic Fantasy, Fantasy, Historical Fiction, and Biographies & Memoirs.
Work experience:
- Self-employed
- EA Books Publishing
Briana
Los Angeles, CA, USA
A developmental and copy editor with a decade of editorial experience. I have a keen eye for what makes a good fiction story flow well.
Genres: Epic Fantasy, Fantasy, Fiction, Urban Fantasy, Science Fiction, and Romance.
Work experience:
- Cedar Fort Publishing and Media
- Booz Allen Hamilton
- Employee Solutions Group
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