Holly Kothe

Holly Kothe – Editor

Meticulous editor and passionate bookworm with nine years of in-house and freelance experience. Specializing in thriller and romance.

Overview

I’ve worked in the publishing industry for more than nine years, both as an in-house editor and a freelancer. I've had the opportunity to work with some phenomenal writers along the way, including USA TODAY best-selling author Michael James Ploof.

My professional experience includes four years in-house as a senior editor for For the Children Magazine, published by the Communications Department at Cincinnati Children's Hospital. Additionally, I started my own freelance business in 2016, working for various clients and companies as both an editor and copywriter. I have a passion for the written word, and my happy place is editing fiction. Oh, how I love putting my BA in English and creative writing to good use!

As an experienced fiction editor, I'm dedicated to delivering the best version of your manuscript while maintaining your unique style and voice. My versatile experience allows me to understand the creative and collaborative process of editing, and I'm committed to delivering the best bang for your buck. I won't just mark up your manuscript—I'll also explain why certain changes improve your story.

My favorite genres to edit are thriller/suspense, horror, and romance, but there's no genre I shy away from. Whether you're looking for a copy editor, a developmental editor, or a proofreader, feel free to reach out!

Services
Fiction
Contemporary Romance Dark Romance Dystopian Epic Fantasy Fantasy Post-Apocalyptic Romantic Comedy Thriller & Suspense
Languages
English (US)
Awards
  • Editor for USA TODAY best-seller
Certifications
  • BA in English and Creative Writing from Southern New Hampshire University

Work experience

Self-employed

Jan, 2016 — Present
Freelance editor and proofreader specializing in a variety of genre fiction and non-fiction.

Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center

Oct, 2018 — Mar, 2023 (over 4 years)
Writer and editor specializing in research proposals and hospital communications, including email campaigns, website copy, and print magazines.

Scribendi.com

Jul, 2016 — Dec, 2018 (over 2 years)
Independent editor of non-fiction documents for academic journals, postgraduates, businesses, and ESL authors.

Portfolio

FROM USA TODAY BESTSELLING AUTHOR MICHAEL JAMES PLOOFElven prophecy told of one who would defeat the dark lord…Whillhelm Warcrown has inherited a kingdom in chaos. His true love has no memory ... read more
Copy Editing
Copy Editing
The Veiled - Expanded edition: The Shilund Saga Book 1

Osborn, Jennifer

Indescribable Publishing

Developmental Editing
How the Warrior Fell (Falling Warriors Series Book 1)

René, Nicole

Mermaid Publishing House

Proofreading
I Didn't Go Looking for Trouble

McKern, J. Matthew

CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform

Proofreading
The Future Revisited

Turnbull, Doug

Copy Editing
Secrets of the Egoles' Nest (The Egoles' Sci-fi)

Royer, Daniel B

CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform

Copy Editing
A Dream of Fire (The Dragon Throne War Book 1)

Ploof, Michael James

Traveling Bard Publishing

Copy Editing
USA TODAY BESTSELLING AUTHOR— Michael Ploof“His writing is haunting, honest, and refreshing. There are echoes of Stephen King in his character development, and an understanding of the human co... read more
Developmental Editing
My name is Liz Foley. I love my accounting job because I’d rather deal with numbers than talk to people. My best traits:I have (RBF) Resting Bitch Face.I give snarky come-backs.I have no frien... read more
Proofreading
Tension grips the country as the nuclear talks with Iran start to go poorly. This is largely ignored by the populace, and the threat of war goes unheeded. Blake has lived his life through hard... read more
Copy Editing
Jarek Grayson is a different sort of private investigator. One with a touch of OCD, anxiety, and autism. Jarek isn't your normal hacker; he's also a millionaire, playboy, and PI. Business has ... read more
Copy Editing
Jarek Grayson is a different sort of private investigator. One with a touch of OCD, anxiety, and autism. Jarek isn't your normal hacker; he's also a millionaire, playboy, and PI. Teamed with h... read more
Copy Editing
When Dani discovered the cash hidden in her attic, she had no idea the problems it would bring. With the help of the Marino’s, Dani is able to launder her father’s dirty money, but their help ... read more
Copy Editing
Kalysia has always lived her life according to others - a fate she will not pass on to her child. When a conspiracy to bring down the pack threatens to uncover her darkest secrets; Kalysia mus... read more
Proofreading
Like most eighteen-year-old girls, Kalysia has dreams of going to college and falling in love. Born to a family of pureblood shifters; she must set aside her dreams for the good of the pack. S... read more
Proofreading
When He Came Back

Jessica A. Briones

There’s always a chance the past will come back. Always a chance for secrets to reveal themselves…Claire Monroe thinks she has it handled. She’s moved back to her home town, bought a house and... read more
Copy Editing
I can still feel the magic sometimes, lingering like an old friend. It was everywhere, and its flame burned bright inside everyone. We were born from it, made of it - of light and fire.For as ... read more
Developmental Editing
The Chicago summer is heating up… In a luxurious hotel off Michigan Avenue, Detective Gavin Nolan arrives on a grisly scene. Two men have been brutally murdered, and one of the victims has a f... read more
Developmental Editing
Champions of the Dragon is now a USA Today Bestseller & a 2017 Readers' Favorite Bronze Medal Winner in the Fiction - Fantasy - General genre!Murland Kadabra has always dreamed of becoming a g... read more
Developmental Editing

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