Isabella Betita

Isabella Betita – Editor

Experienced freelance editor of 10+ years, specializing in SFF, horror, and speculative fiction for Adults and YA. Formerly with S&S.

Overview

I have worked on multiple international bestselling and award-nominated titles. Interested in fantasy, science fiction, thrillers, suspense, historical, and literary and commercial fiction. Also available for query letter review and sensitivity reading.

I have seen projects through every stage of production—from first drafts that need heavy development, to final manuscripts that only require fine tuning to make them marketable. I offer compassionate, thoughtful, and honest critique that never impeaches the writer's voice. I want to help authors tell their stories—and tell them well.

Services
Fiction
Fantasy Horror Literary Fiction Romantic Fantasy Science Fiction Young Adult Fantasy
Languages
English (CAN) English (UK) English (US)
Certifications
  • B.A. English Literature at Brown University
  • B.A. Anthropology at Brown University

Work experience

Simon & Schuster, Touchstone/Atria

Aug, 2016 — Mar, 2019 (over 2 years)

Self-employed

Jan, 2014 — Present
Editorial services have included developmental comments, line editing, proofreading, sensitivity reading, and more.

Portfolio

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The Dreaming Dead

Wayward, Jay

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From Grey (The Outpost War Book 1)

Arcona, Lisa

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Crown of Lies

Nicholson, Alexandra

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To Crown A King

Melin, Raedene Jeannette

An Ocean of Minutes

Thea Lim

AN INDIE NEXT PICK! A “Best Book of 2018” —Real Simple “Lim’s steady prose and deft character development ensured that I was hooked on Polly’s story from beginning to end. [F]ull of fascinating social commentary on class differences, racism and sexism...it’s e... read more
The History of Bees

Maja Lunde

“Imagine The Leftovers, but with honey” (Elle), and in the spirit of Station Eleven and Never Let Me Go, this “spectacular and deeply moving” (Lisa See, New York Times bestselling author) novel follows three generations of beekeepers from the past, present, an... read more
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Women Utopia: The Feminists are Here to Exterminate

Wee, Wendy

One Day I Will Save Myself: Poems in English and Spanish

Sastre, Elvira

George and Lizzie: A Novel

Pearl, Nancy

Duel to the Death (Ali Reynolds Series Book 13)

Jance, J.A.

The A List (Ali Reynolds Series Book 14)

Jance, J.A.

Scrublands

Chris Hammer

In the vein of The Dry and Before the Fall, a town’s dark secrets come to light in the aftermath of a young priest’s unthinkable last act in this arresting and searing debut thriller.In Riversend, an isolated rural community afflicted by an endless drought, a ... read more
The Lost History of Dreams

Kris Waldherr

A post-mortem photographer unearths dark secrets of the past that may hold the key to his future, in this captivating debut novel in the gothic tradition of Wuthering Heights and The Thirteenth Tale.All love stories are ghost stories in disguise. When famed By... read more

Isabella has 76 reviews

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Emma N.

Emma N.

May, 2026

Isabella is fantastic! I highly recommend working with her.
Chris M.

Chris M.

Apr, 2026

Working with Isabella was a very worthwhile experience. She brought a strong level of professionalism and a clear structured approach to my manuscript. Her editorial letter was detailed and gave me a solid understanding of where my story is working and where it needs some improvement. I wou...
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Benjamin J.

Benjamin J.

Mar, 2026

I am in awe. I am so grateful that Isabella took the time to be so thorough. Especially with this being my first novel, I have deep respect for her intentionality in giving clear pathways to make this a better book. Hands down, I would not have been able to find a way forward without her help. I ...
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Hannes R.

Hannes R.

Mar, 2026

I had already worked on this manuscript with various editors before contacting Isabella, and to my great surprise, Isabella highlighted multiple remaining issues with the story's logic and timeline. @Isabella, I am SO grateful for your close attention that will allow me to address these issues! ...
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Nadia K.

Nadia K.

Mar, 2026

Isabella was very responsive and professional. She worked with me to hone my query into something I feel good about.

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