Jed Herne – Editor

Hi!

My name’s Jed Herne. I've published 3 novels, a game, and a writing advice podcast with 100,000+ downloads — and I'm here to help you tell your best story.

My published fantasy novels include Fires of the Dead, Across the Broken Stars, and The Thunder Heist. I also wrote Siege of Treboulain – a bestselling interactive novel, published by Choice of Games.

On my writing advice podcast (Wizards, Warriors, & Words), I’ve interviewed and learned from the biggest names in fantasy: traditionally-published authors like Anthony Ryan, John Gwynne, Adrian Tchaikovsky, Anna Smith Spark, Gareth Hanrahan, Brian Staveley, R. J. Barker, Peter McCLean, and M. R. Carey — along with self-published bestsellers like Will Wight, M. L. Spencer, Clayton W. Snyder, and more.

In short: I’m obsessed with crafting great stories. And I want to use my experience to help you do the same.

"Jed leaves no stone unturned in examining every element of a narrative, thinking deeply about both what the story is trying to achieve and how it could best get to the place it needs to be. I could not recommend his services highly enough." - Gabriel Bergmoser, bestselling author of The Hunted.

WHAT BOOKS DO I EDIT?

I specialize in Fantasy and Science Fiction books. However, I read widely, and have also written and edited in various other genres, including: Crime, Thriller, Young Adult, How-To, Finances, Self-Help, and more.

WHAT MAKES ME DIFFERENT?

I understand both sides of the writing process: I’ve worked as an editor, and I’ve also published novels through both traditional and self-published routes.

Likewise, while I’m editing your book, I can point you to 150+ podcast episodes and 100+ YouTube videos that I’ve created on just about every aspect of writing.

This is where I differ from most editors — my huge backlist of free writing advice lessons can be tailored to help you fix just about any problem in your book. Think of them like an bonus ‘coach’ who works alongside me.

Ultimately, I aim to make you a better writer so that you can elevate this book and all of your future books.

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So, if you’re ready to take your book to the next level, click the ‘request a quote’ button to get started. I look forward to chatting with you!

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PRAISE FOR MY BOOKS:

“Incredibly entertaining.” - Grimdark Magazine on Siege of Treboulain.

“The Thunder Heist is a terrifically fun heist adventure in a unique and fascinating world.” - BookNest.

“A compelling fantasy adventure about finding salvation that comes with a magical twist on angels.” - Reedsy Discovery 5-star review of Across the Broken Stars.

“Some of the most unique worldbuilding I’ve read […] I really enjoyed this.” - Jessie Mae on The Thunder Heist.

"The Thunder Heist is a high-octane adventure that starts off full throttle and doesn't let up." - Jordan Loyal Short, author of The Skald's Black Verse.