Jan Lynn Neal

Jan Lynn Neal – Editor

Experienced nonfiction freelance editor with 25 years of editorial experience working in the computer, new age, and health/well-being realm.

Overview

I love a good project! Offering services in copyediting and development editing, my easy-going attitude enables clients to easily communicate what their needs are and understand what they expect from me. My deadline-driven work has included a multitude of nonfiction projects from top notch computer technology manuscripts to self-help diet and lifestyle books.

No project is too large or small, so don't let that stop you inquiring how I can be of benefit. Contact me today and let's get you on the path to meeting that publishing goal!

Services
Non-Fiction
Computers & Internet Health & Wellbeing New Age Technology
Languages
English (US)
Awards
  • 2013 Penguin Random House Alpha Book of the Year for Idiot's Guide: Environmental Science
  • 2015 Penguin Random House Alpha Book of the Year for Idiot's Guide: Golf

Work experience

Self-employed

Jan, 2016 — Present
As a freelancer, I am available to work on a variety of short- and long-term projects in nonfiction genre ranging from business profiles to standard operating procedures, resumes and curriculum vitae, and how to and self-help to calendars and everything in between. I focus on providing my clients with top-notch editorial service with a personal touch.

Alpha Books (a division of Penguin Random House/DK)

Dec, 2014 — Jan, 2017 (about 2 years)
Networked, acquired, and negotiated with authors, photographers, and illustrators for 15–20 books annually, ensuring adherence to deadlines, budgets, and standards. Closely directed, developed, and managed projects, engaging daily with authors and agents. Acted as liaison between author and editorial, design, and production teams,while managing 600 + back list titles.

Alpha Books (a division of Penguin Random House/DK)

Nov, 2003 — Dec, 2014 (about 11 years)
Shepherded 45 books annually through the production process, including formatting, editing, review, and publishing. Ensured adherence to quality controls and acted as liaison between author and editorial, design, and production teams. Provided final approval for all project cover copy. Hired and managed freelance editorial and indexing teams, ensuring accuracy and deadline fulfillment.

D&G Limited

Aug, 1998 — May, 2003 (over 4 years)
Edited and shepherded 50+ nonfiction books from editorial to layout while monitoring proofreading department. Managed small freelance editorial team. Consulted with layout and design staff on time-sensitive materials. Guided editorial department during managing editor's absence.

Portfolio

Developmental Editing Copy Editing
Developmental Editing Copy Editing
Developmental Editing Copy Editing
Developmental Editing Copy Editing
Responsible Data Science

Fleming, Grant

Wiley

Developmental Editing Copy Editing
Copy Editing
Faith Home the Legacy

Rev Yvon LeDoux

Dog Ear Publishing

Copy Editing
Fighting For Life: The Story of Jake Lamotta

Freedman, Lew

Blue River Press

Copy Editing
Copy Editing
Facing Psoriasis: A Guide for Patients and Their Families

Kourosh MD MPH, Arianne Shadi

MGH Psychiatry Academy

Copy Editing
Facing Lupus: A Guide for Patients and Their Families

Bolster, Marcy B.

MGH Psychiatry Academy

Copy Editing
Facing Immunotherapy: A Guide for Patients and Their Families

Reynolds MD, Kerry L.

Independently published

Copy Editing
Copy Editing Proofreading
Copy Editing Proofreading
Copy Editing Proofreading
Treatment Alternatives For Children

Rosen, Dr. Lawrence

Alpha

Copy Editing Proofreading
Copy Editing Proofreading
Copy Editing Proofreading
Developmental Editing Copy Editing Editorial Assessment Proofreading Book Coaching
Copy Editing Proofreading
Copy Editing Proofreading
Copy Editing Proofreading
Copy Editing Proofreading
Copy Editing Proofreading
Copy Editing Proofreading
Copy Editing Proofreading
Copy Editing Proofreading
Copy Editing Proofreading
Copy Editing Proofreading
Copy Editing Proofreading
Copy Editing Proofreading
Copy Editing Proofreading
Copy Editing Proofreading
Copy Editing Proofreading
Copy Editing Proofreading
Self-Hypnosis (Idiot's Guides)

Andrews ND, Dr. Synthia

Alpha

Copy Editing Proofreading
Copy Editing Proofreading
Copy Editing Proofreading
Copy Editing Proofreading
Developmental Editing Copy Editing Proofreading
Developmental Editing Copy Editing Proofreading
Developmental Editing Copy Editing Proofreading
Developmental Editing Copy Editing Proofreading
Developmental Editing Copy Editing Proofreading
Developmental Editing Copy Editing Proofreading
Uncaged

Stephens, Andrea

NTP Publishing

Copy Editing
Boy, Dream Big

Villena, Thelma

Villena

Copy Editing
Copy Editing
Proofreading
Proofreading
Proofreading
Proofreading
Proofreading
Proofreading
Copy Editing
Connections: A Journey of Love and Autism

Shebat, M.Ed, Lynn A

Independently published

Copy Editing
Copy Editing
I Am American. Soy Mexicana. Soy Me

Alanis, Martha

1010 Publishing

Copy Editing
100% ME

Monroe, Tonia

ToniaMonroe.com

Copy Editing
Copy Editing
Together We Thrive:: Engage, Involve, Empower

Crawford, Nury Castillo

1010 Publishing

Copy Editing
Proofreading
Proofreading
Proofreading
Copy Editing
Proofreading
Proofreading
Proofreading
Proofreading
Proofreading
Developmental Editing Copy Editing
Developmental Editing Copy Editing
Developmental Editing Copy Editing
Developmental Editing Copy Editing
Developmental Editing Copy Editing
Developmental Editing Copy Editing
Developmental Editing Copy Editing
Developmental Editing Copy Editing
Developmental Editing Copy Editing
Developmental Editing Copy Editing
Developmental Editing Copy Editing
Copy Editing
Copy Editing
Copy Editing
Copy Editing
Copy Editing
Copy Editing
Copy Editing
Ayurveda (Idiot's Guides)

Ketabi, Sahara Rose

DK

Copy Editing

Jan Lynn has 2 reviews

Professionalism

Quality

Value

Responsiveness

Max W G.

Max W G.

Jul, 2025

Great experience working with Jan - highly recommend.
Karen H.

Karen H.

Jun, 2025

Jan has contributed significantly to this project. She very carefully reviewed text that was quite often highly technical and filled with jargon, yet she consistently found ways to improve the readability of the text. Her suggestions about reframing the book were also well warranted. I am glad I ...
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