Ian Gibbs

Ian Gibbs – Editor

I've copyedited/proofread eight hundred fifty books to date, including many New York Times bestsellers, for all of the Big Five publishers.

Overview

I am a Brooklyn, New York–based copyeditor and proofreader who has worked on more than eight hundred fifty books to date, including many New York Times bestsellers, for all of the Big Five publishing houses, including Penguin Random House, Macmillan, Hachette, Simon & Schuster, and HarperCollins, in addition to copyediting for the New York Times Magazine, Rolling Stone, and Time Out New York.


As a passionate copyeditor and proofreader, I take great pride in employing a light touch while recasting for clarity. Think of me as the gardener of your prose, trimming and shaping your beautiful writing without overshadowing it in the slightest. Your diction will bloom beautifully, with every word in its place!

Services
Fiction
Action & Adventure Contemporary Fiction Contemporary Romance Cozy Mysteries Espionage Literary Fiction
Non-Fiction
Business & Management Self-Help & Self-Improvement
Languages
English (US)

Work experience

HarperCollins

Apr, 2018 — Nov, 2019 (over 1 year)

Hachette

Nov, 2017 — Present

Macmillan

Dec, 2013 — Present

Rolling Stone

Sep, 2013 — Nov, 2014 (about 1 year)

The New York Times Magazine

Jul, 2013 — Oct, 2013 (3 months)

Simon & Schuster

Jul, 2013 — Apr, 2017 (almost 4 years)

Penguin Random House

May, 2012 — Present

Time Out New York

Jul, 2011 — Nov, 2014 (over 3 years)

Ian has 4 reviews

Professionalism

Quality

Value

Responsiveness

Richard D.

Richard D.

Nov, 2024

Pinned
Ian responded at every turn, explaining his process and what I should expect. Mine was a polished manuscript before Ian began, but needed professional editing. He completed the work ahead of schedule, and I now have a ready-for-prime-time novel. His input was worth every penny.
Suzanne B.

Suzanne B.

Nov, 2024

Pinned
Ian was very professional and answered all my questions. He also went above and beyond, answering question about publishing in general that was extremely useful.
Sharon W.

Sharon W.

Oct, 2024

Pinned
Ian is the best! He is so thorough and so knowledgeable. He went above and beyond to help me with my book. His copy editing is amazing! Hire him!
Ian G.
Thank you, Sharon. That is very kind of you. It was great working with you and I hope to work with you again in the future!
Tom D.

Tom D.

Sep, 2024

Ian was transparent up front and easy to work with. I have no complaints. I would recommend.
Ian G.
Likewise, Tom. I appreciate the review. It was a pleasure working with you as well. I look forward to collaborating on future projects!

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