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
Biographies & Memoirs Business & Management Economics Education & Reference Health & Wellbeing Parenting & Families Psychology Sports & Outdoors
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

Jumping Jack

Jack, Garry

Fair Play Publishing

Developmental Editing Copy Editing Proofreading
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 Book Coaching
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
No More Windmills: and How I Became an Artist

van Dijk Argall, Mary

Independently published

Developmental Editing Copy Editing Editorial Assessment Proofreading Book Coaching
How Can I Relieve Academic Stress?: Tools and Techniques for Thriving in the Classroom and Beyond

Masere, Constant

Masere Press

Developmental Editing Copy Editing Proofreading
THE INDEX OF AMERICA: HOW THE S&P 500 WORKS & WHY YOU SHOULD INVEST IN IT

BERNARD, TOM

Thomas J. Bernard Jr.

Developmental Editing Copy Editing Proofreading
SO RUGBY, WHAT'S THAT?

Unknown Author

Copy Editing Proofreading
The Procurement Detective: A Practical Guide for Contract Killers

Shah, Zoheb

Developmental Editing Copy Editing Proofreading
Punches, Pedals & Perseverance

Atkins, Frank

Frank Atkins

Developmental Editing Copy Editing Editorial Assessment Proofreading Book Coaching
7 Ways to Listen: How to improve your life, work and relationships through the power of skilful listening

Fraser, Hilary

Troubador Publishing Ltd

Developmental Editing Copy Editing Proofreading
The Relentless War on Masculinity: Does it Ever End?

Maywald, David

Celebrating Masculinity

Developmental Editing Copy Editing Editorial Assessment Book Coaching
Rethinking Return to Play: The Practical Guide for Rehabilitation and Performance

Jamison, Mark

High Performance Consulting LLC

Developmental Editing Copy Editing
How I Bought Five Properties Before Becoming a U.S. Citizen: The do’s and don’ts of building an American real estate empire as a millennial migrant

Yu, Mark

Copy Editing Proofreading
Big Con: Australia’s Unknown Soccer Pioneer

Thompson, Trevor

Fair Play Publishing

Copy Editing Proofreading
Any Given Monday: Sports Lessons that Will Transform Your Product Organization (Team-Driven Solutions)

Richards, Deborah E.

Deborah E. Richards

Copy Editing Proofreading
Making It...Or Not: The Real Journey Told by Professional Players

Schembri, Amy

Fair Play Publishing

Copy Editing Proofreading
The Australian Property Game: The $250K Passive Income Playbook They Don’t Teach In School

Saggers, Sam

Developmental Editing Copy Editing
The Natural: Richard 'Dick' Thornett

Morris, Brendan

Fair Play Publishing

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

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

Copy Editing Proofreading
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
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 Book Coaching
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 44 reviews

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Constant M.

Constant M.

Dec, 2025

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Working with John has been an outstanding experience. He brings a rare combination of expertise, professionalism, and genuine enthusiasm to the process. His insights strengthened my manuscript, and his communication made every step smooth and enjoyable. I would gladly work with him again and high...
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Zoheb S.

Zoheb S.

Nov, 2025

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John was an absolute pleasure to work with from start to finish. He understood the brief straight away and treated my manuscript with real care and respect, while still being confident enough to make smart, thoughtful edits. His work significantly improved the clarity, flow, and overall reader ex...
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George A.

George A.

Jun, 2025

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⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Exceptional Editor and Thought Partner Working with John has been one of the best decisions I made during the entire process of writing my book. He approached the manuscript with care, professionalism, and a sharp editorial eye — always respecting my voice while enhancing the clarity,...
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Thomas M.

Thomas M.

Apr, 2026

John was completely awesome to work with. As a professional that coordinates on constrctuon projects, I know the level of coordination that is needed to be successful. His notes were detailed, collaborative, on point and always on time. The finished product is a version that I'm very excited abo...
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Joseph C.

Joseph C.

Mar, 2026

John was exceptional. All work and guidance was top quality. Highly recommend.

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