John Coomer

John Coomer – Editor

Editor with over twenty years of experience working for major commercial publishers (Wiley, McGraw-Hill and Cambridge University Press).

Overview

I have operated my own freelance editorial and writing service since 2015, after spending the previous 20-plus years working for major commercial publishers (Wiley, McGraw-Hill and Cambridge University Press).

I enjoy working collaboratively with both first-time and more experienced authors to make their manuscripts the best they can possibly be. I am comfortable editing, researching, writing and proofreading in most non-fiction topic areas, as well as providing self-publishing advice.
Services
Non-Fiction
Business & Management Economics Education & Reference Health & Wellbeing Parenting & Families Psychology Sports & Outdoors Writing & Publishing
Languages
English (AUS) English (UK) English (US)
Certifications
  • Bachelor of Business Management
  • Postgraduate Diploma of Education

Work experience

Self-employed

Sep, 2015 — Present

I provide the full range of writing, editing and proofreading services to a diverse range of clients.

Cambridge University Press

May, 2014 — Aug, 2015 (over 1 year)

Wiley

Apr, 2004 — Apr, 2014 (about 10 years)

Portfolio

Australia's Grand Slam Tennis Champions

Coomer, John

Developmental Editing Copy Editing Editorial Assessment
Socceroos - A World Cup Odyssey, Volume 2 2006 to 2022

Maynard, John

Developmental Editing Copy Editing Editorial Assessment
Green and Golden Boots: Australia's overseas golden boot winners

Goldsmith, Jason

Copy Editing
Hear Us Roar: An anthology of emerging women football writers

Developmental Editing Copy Editing Editorial Assessment
Rapid Google Ads Success: And how to achieve it in 7 Simple Steps (2022 Edition)

Jarrett, Claire

Copy Editing Editorial Assessment
Visitor Magnets: Creating spellbinding zoo attractions

Nagel, Dennis

Developmental Editing Copy Editing Editorial Assessment
Saving Ryven: STAYING AT THE FOREFRONT

HARRIS, ROBERT

Developmental Editing Copy Editing Editorial Assessment
Muffin: The Gumtree Girl Who Rescued Me

Clark, Lyndal

Developmental Editing Copy Editing Editorial Assessment
Now What?: A Bikini Competitor's Guide to Navigating Life Post-Show

Fay, Alana

Developmental Editing Copy Editing Editorial Assessment
Baseball Legends Alphabet Book | Children's ABC Books by Alphabet Legends™

Copy Editing Proofreading
Football Legends Alphabet Book | Children's ABC Books by Alphabet Legends™

Beck Feiner

Copy Editing Proofreading
Hell for Leather: The World of a Sporting Journalist

Wilkins, Phil

Copy Editing Proofreading
The Goals That Changed Australia: Stories from the biggest stage on earth

Weiner, David

Fair Play Publishing

Copy Editing Proofreading
The Agents' Game: Stories of Australian football agents

Paleologos, Peter

Fair Play Publishing

Copy Editing Proofreading
Success and ADHD: Everything You Need To Know (Success and Mental Health Book 1)

Jayalath, Sajeeva

Developmental Editing Copy Editing Proofreading
Rapid Google Ads Success For Lawyers: And how to achieve it in 7 Simple Steps

Jarrett, Claire

Any Given Monday: Sports Observations that Will Transform Your Business

Richards, Deborah E.

Developmental Editing Copy Editing Proofreading
Ladies First: The Story of Australia's First Olympic Hockey Gold Medal

Morrison, Ashley

Fair Play Publishing

Copy Editing Proofreading
The Consulting and Advisory Guide to Success: - Start, build and grow a successful advisory practice

Hickey, Peter

Institute of Advisors

Developmental Editing Copy Editing Editorial Assessment Proofreading
Chappuis - My Story

Chappuis, Charyl

Fair Play Publishing

Copy Editing Proofreading
Noddy: The Untold Story of Adrian Alston

Micallef, Philip

Copy Editing
The Young Athlete’s Perspective: Talent Development Stories: What They Want and Need

Turner, Graham

Copy Editing Editorial Assessment
Rugbynomics: Using Data to Tackle Rugby’s Biggest Myths and Misconceptions

Carter, Chris

Copy Editing Proofreading
Tales of South American Football: Passion, Revolution and Glory

Knijnik, Jorge

Fair Play Publishing

Copy Editing Proofreading
George Best Down Under

Gillard, Lucas

Copy Editing Proofreading
Turning the Tide

Ford, Michelle

Copy Editing Proofreading
The Vibe Manager: Inside the Central Coast Mariners 2023 A-League Championship

Bernal, Andy

Success and Anxiety: What Everyone Should Know.

Jayalath, Dr Sajeeva

Developmental Editing Copy Editing Editorial Assessment
"Get Your Tits Out for the Lads"

Freedman, Sally

Copy Editing Proofreading
MONEY, GUTS & BRAINS: Learn How to Predict NFL Winners with Remarkable Accuracy

Kesa, Josh

Developmental Editing Copy Editing Editorial Assessment
The Visible Mission: Business Success Made Practical and Simple

Joubert, Hendrik

Developmental Editing Copy Editing Editorial Assessment
Great Openers Make Great Closers: Understanding The Science Of Sales

Lightfoot, Ross

Developmental Editing Copy Editing Editorial Assessment
The Teacher Aide Training Manual: Applying recognised best practices in the modern classroom

Green, Adam

Copy Editing Editorial Assessment
Thankonomics: The Revolutionary Paradigm Change for Value, Money and Appreciation

Robshaw, Andrew

Developmental Editing Copy Editing Editorial Assessment
Independent Filmmaking in South East Asia: Conversations with Filmmakers on Building and Sustaining a Creative Career

Meissner, Nico

Developmental Editing Copy Editing Editorial Assessment
The Brand Playbook: 88 Game-Changing Strategies & Ideas to Win in the Marketplace

Joseph, Jerome

Developmental Editing Copy Editing Editorial Assessment
Everyday Resilience: Helping Kids Handle Friendship Drama, Academic Pressure and the Self-Doubt of Growing Up

Mitchell, Michelle

Copy Editing Editorial Assessment
Drunk On Survival

Whitaker, T.K.

Developmental Editing Copy Editing Editorial Assessment
The Proximity Paradox: How to Create Distance from Business as Usual and Do Something Truly Innovative

May, Kiirsten

Developmental Editing Copy Editing Editorial Assessment
Long Distance: Reach Out and Touch Someone

McDonough, Craig

Copy Editing Editorial Assessment
Behaviour Management Skills and Strategies for the Modern Classroom: 100+ research-based strategies for both novice and experienced practitioners

Green, Adam

Copy Editing Editorial Assessment
Innovation in Australia: Creating Prosperity for Future Generations

Kehoe, Ben

Developmental Editing Copy Editing Editorial Assessment
Teaching Skills and Strategies for the Modern Classroom: 100+ research-based strategies for both novice and experienced practitioners

Green, Adam

Copy Editing Editorial Assessment

John has 27 reviews

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chris C.

chris C.

May, 2024

Pinned
John did a fantastic job in copy-editing and proofreading my manuscript. It was immediately obvious that he'd put a lot of thought and effort into his work. Although my manuscript had already been through two rounds of editing, John was able to give more valuable editing feedback and suggestions to further improve it. I would highly recommend working with him, and I hope to again.
Dennis N.

Dennis N.

Mar, 2023

Pinned
After John edited my first book, I came back here for my second book as well. I appreciate John's edits are detailed and on-point; he puts in the notable effort and has a brain that artificial intelligence can not replace. Always a pleasure to work with him.
Lyndal C.

Lyndal C.

Feb, 2023

Pinned
John is a total superstar! I'm a first time publisher. John could not have been more helpful, kind and supportive, answering all of my questions, concerns and queries with ease and clarity. As I 'navigated' the self-publishing journey over many months, John was there supporting me 110%. I could honestly not recommend John highly enough.
Michaela T.

Michaela T.

Feb, 2025

John was easy, clear and honest to work with as he supported adjusting, and editing my new and first book. It was scary but he was kind and helpful. I am very happy with my finished and edited manuscript. Thank you John. I hope you are still here when I have completed my next one.
Tedd P.

Tedd P.

Dec, 2024

John is an absolute life saver. He could seriously focus on my project and power through editing like I never could. He's worth every dollar for this alone. I like his frequent and professional communication with me and I feel like I was a part of the process. He's a great set of eyes which I really needed. Id work with him again for sure.

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