Menu
The best dark fantasy book developmental editing services
Sign up for free to meet top developmental editors on Reedsy
Jasmine
Beaverton, OR, USA
As a fantasy author with a Master of Arts in Book Publishing, Jasmine knows the editorial process from every angle.
Genres: LGBTQ Fiction, Fiction, Horror, Thriller & Suspense, Epic Fantasy, Fantasy, Urban Fantasy, Young Adult Fantasy, Young Adult, Literary Fiction, Writing & Publishing, Non-Fiction, Romantic Fantasy, and Romance.
Work experience:
- Self-employed
- Ooligan Press
- Altonimbus Entertainment (dba Kumoricon)
Darryl
Los Angeles, CA, USA
Experienced editor with an excellent editorial eye for plot, pacing, dialogue, and character development.
Genres: Historical Fiction, Fiction, African American Fiction, Romance, Mystery & Crime, History, Humanities & Social Sciences, Non-Fiction, Epic Fantasy, Fantasy, Biographies & Memoirs, and Young Adult.
Work experience:
- Penguin Random House
- Kimball Publishing
- La Salle High School
- Orange Media Network
- MasterClass
- The Muse
- Getty Publications (J. Paul Getty Museum)
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
Get ready to publish
Request quotes from up to 5 professionals in your genre and take a step towards publishing your book.
Erin
Los Angeles, United States
Experienced writer, editor and agent with an MFA in Creative Writing. I have edited NYT bestsellers, including The Maze Runner. 15+ years
Genres: Women's Fiction, Fiction, Middle Grade, Children's, Young Adult Fantasy, Young Adult, Middle Grade Fantasy, Romance, Thriller & Suspense, Epic Fantasy, Fantasy, and Urban Fantasy.
Work experience:
- The Industry
- tNY Press
- Dystel, Goderich & Bourret LLC
- Self-employed
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
Courtney
Reno, NV, USA
Experienced science fiction and fantasy editor in love with the art and science of editing. I'll help you tell your story, your way.
Genres: Young Adult Fantasy, Young Adult, Fiction, Epic Fantasy, Fantasy, Urban Fantasy, Dystopian, Science Fiction, Post-Apocalyptic, Space Opera, Romantic Fantasy, Romance, and Gaming & LitRPG.
Work experience:
- Mandala Publishing / Earth Aware Editions / Insight Editions
- Self-employed
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
📞 Chat with our team
Need a hand finding the perfect professional? Our team is here to help. Get in touch for recommendations.
Elayne
Chicago, IL, USA
Fantasy author, former Tor Books editor, and speculative fiction specialist with 10+ years' experience editing SFF across age categories.
Genres: Magical Realism, Literary Fiction, Fiction, Romantic Fantasy, Romance, Young Adult Fantasy, Young Adult, Middle Grade Fantasy, Children's, Epic Fantasy, Fantasy, and Urban Fantasy.
Work experience:
- Tor Teen, Macmillan Publishers
- Tor Books, Macmillan Publishers
- Alyssa Matesic Editing
Emily
Boston, MA, USA
Editor specializing in romance, fantasy, and YA, with experience editing NYT bestsellers. Author with Simon and Schuster + HarperCollins.
Genres: Psychological Thriller, Thriller & Suspense, Fiction, Epic Fantasy, Fantasy, Women's Fiction, Young Adult Fantasy, Young Adult, Romantic Fantasy, Romance, Contemporary Romance, Contemporary Fiction, and Romantic Comedy.
Work experience:
- Self-employed
- Simon & Schuster
- Orlans PC
Kristy
Lehi, UT, USA
Experienced, versatile fantasy editor who has worked with authors like Brandon Sanderson, Charlie N. Holmberg, and Brian McClellan.
Genres: Epic Fantasy, Fantasy, Fiction, Urban Fantasy, Magical Realism, Literary Fiction, Military Science Fiction, Science Fiction, Young Adult Fantasy, Young Adult, and Comics & Graphic Novels.
Work experience:
- Leading Edge Magazine
- General Dynamics Information Technology
- The Folklore Historian
- Brigham Young University
- Weber State Univeristy
- Self-employed
- Pegasus
- Dragonsteel Entertainment
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
Adrienne
Boston, MA, USA
Fast, friendly editor who is alarmingly fond of Dystopian novels. Also: Sci-fi, all Fantasy, Women’s Fiction, YA, Christian-yes, absolutely.
Genres: Christian Fiction, Fiction, Dystopian, Science Fiction, Technothriller, Thriller & Suspense, Contemporary Fiction, Epic Fantasy, Fantasy, Young Adult Fantasy, Young Adult, Romantic Fantasy, Romance, Middle Grade, and Children's.
Work experience:
- SNHU
- Wheelock College
- Self-employed
Leslie
Santa Cruz, CA, USA
Passionate editor specializing in epic fantasy, self-help, and spirituality. Also a travel writer, NYT bestselling author, and CIEP member.
Genres: Epic Fantasy, Fantasy, Fiction, Travel, Non-Fiction, Thriller & Suspense, and Self-Help & Self-Improvement.
Work experience:
- Self-employed
- Leslie P.
Paula
Akron, Ohio, USA
I'm an experienced, award-winning editor of fantasy, science fiction, and horror. I'd like to help you make your novel the best it can be.
Genres: Paranormal Romance, Romance, Fiction, Science Fiction, Horror, Thriller & Suspense, Urban Fantasy, Fantasy, Magical Realism, Literary Fiction, Romantic Fantasy, Epic Fantasy, and Historical Fiction.
Work experience:
- Self-employed
- Prime Books
- Juno Books / Simon & Schuester
Shannon
Asheville, NC, USA
Speculative fiction editor with 19 years of experience helping writers polish and revise their manuscript to its fullest potential.
Genres: Contemporary Fiction, Fiction, Young Adult Fantasy, Young Adult, Epic Fantasy, Fantasy, Magical Realism, Literary Fiction, Dystopian, Science Fiction, Urban Fantasy, and Time Travel.
Work experience:
- Self-employed
- several companies
Jeff
Montpelier, VT 05602, USA
Editor for New York Times and USA Today bestselling authors, specializing in sci-fi and fantasy.
Genres: Epic Fantasy, Fantasy, Fiction, Military Science Fiction, Science Fiction, Space Opera, LGBTQ Fiction, Urban Fantasy, Technothriller, and Thriller & Suspense.
Work experience:
- Self-employed
- Harlequin/Carina Press
- Relay Publishing
Steven
Tacoma, WA, USA
Qualified English teacher Steven is an editor specializing in thriller, fantasy and Sci-Fi novels. Also, an Amazon bestselling author.
Genres: Epic Fantasy, Fantasy, Fiction, Dystopian, Science Fiction, Post-Apocalyptic, and Thriller & Suspense.
Work experience:
- Self-employed
Browse 2,000+ additional profiles
Create your free Reedsy account and begin requesting free quotes.