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New York, NY, United States
I am a veteran trade book editor of fiction and nonfiction, committed to helping writers find their voice and produce their best work.
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Services: Editing Developmental Editing Copy Editing Proofreading
Genres: Literary Fiction, Fiction, Biographies & Memoirs, Non-Fiction, Action & Adventure, Inspirational, Self-Help & Self-Improvement
Maplewood, United States
Top editor for 30 years, novelist, sf/f story writer, poet. Specializes in nonfiction and SF/F. I'll help you write a book you're proud of.
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Services: Editing Developmental Editing Editorial Assessment Query Letter Review
Genres: Literary Fiction, Fiction, Biographies & Memoirs, Non-Fiction, Business & Management, History, Humanities & Social Sciences, Historical Fiction, Short Story, Fantasy, Sports & Outdoors, Earth, Space, & Environmental Sciences, Math & Science, Science Fiction
Detroit, MI, United States
Editor of NYT-bestselling literary fiction and memoir, with a track record of award-winning titles, formerly at Penguin Random House.
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Services: Editing Developmental Editing Editorial Assessment Query Letter Review
Genres: Literary Fiction, Fiction, Biographies & Memoirs, Non-Fiction, Coming of Age, Women's Fiction, Contemporary Romance, Romance, Romantic Comedy, Classics, Historical Fiction
Berkeley, CA, United States
NYT-bestselling author and editor. I've helped dozens of clients write their books and get published. I'd love to work with you!
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Services: Editing Developmental Editing Editorial Assessment Query Letter Review
Genres: Biographies & Memoirs, Non-Fiction, History, Humanities & Social Sciences, Political Science & Current Affairs, Education & Reference, Historical Fiction, Fiction, Literary Fiction
New York, NY, United States
I'm a literary agent with a passion for collaboration and a love of storytelling. Always thoughtful, engaged, and optimistic.
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Services: Editing Developmental Editing Editorial Assessment Query Letter Review
Genres: Historical Fiction, Fiction, Short Story, Women's Fiction, Biographies & Memoirs, Non-Fiction, Sex & Relationships, Literary Fiction
Baltimore, MD, United States
Passionate about helping writers realize their visions. I love picture books (especially rhyme!), young adult, fantasy, memoir, and more.
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Services: Editing Developmental Editing Editorial Assessment Query Letter Review
Genres: Short Story, Fiction, Picture Books, Children's, Fantasy, Historical Fiction, Literary Fiction, Science Fiction, Young Adult, Biographies & Memoirs, Non-Fiction
Oak Park, IL, United States
Seasoned publishing industry professional with agency experience and a keen eye for detail who embraces all aspects of the editorial process
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Services: Editing Developmental Editing Editorial Assessment Query Letter Review
Genres: Romance, Fiction, Young Adult, Women's Fiction, Mystery & Crime, Thriller & Suspense, Literary Fiction
Charlotte, NC, United States
From the big picture to the tiniest detail, here to help you polish your craft. I work with publishers and individual authors.
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Services: Editing Developmental Editing Copy Editing Proofreading Query Letter Review
Genres: Literary Fiction, Fiction, Young Adult, Biographies & Memoirs, Non-Fiction, Middle Grade, Children's, Thriller & Suspense, Dystopian, Science Fiction, Cooking, Food, Wine, & Spirits
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