John Hopton – Editor

Hi there, I'm John. I have been an author for fifteen years and an editor for almost as long (starting back when I thought it was a good idea to be the sole editor of my own books!).

I am a certified copy editor and proofreader with a diploma from the College of Media and Publishing (registered by the UK government and accredited by the CPD Standards Office).

Over the years, I have worked with bestselling authors to make their book the best product it can be. I know the self-publishing industry inside-out. Most importantly of all, I know and love the English language.

I specialize in editing action-adventure novels, international thrillers, crime novels, and spy stories. Many of my editing projects have turned into long-term collaborations, working with the same author on multiple books.

I believe that communication and courtesy are vital to any professional partnership. I will always keep you updated about what's happening with your project, and I'll never leave you waiting for a reply or wondering why things are taking so long.

Here are some kind testimonials from authors about my work:

"Working with John on many of my manuscripts has been a breeze. Always great feedback. Always on time. One of those editors that goes above and beyond leaving no stone unturned. Highly recommended." - Steven Moore, Amazon bestselling author

"John is very reliable to work with because of his regular communication, as well as the consistent high quality of his work.” - David Berens, USA Today bestselling author

John did a fantastic job editing my latest manuscript. He has a great eye for detail and has improved my book immeasurably. " - Luke Richardson, Amazon bestselling author

A little more about me before we get started:

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In other work, I have many years of experience writing and editing content for major international hotel chains and global companies, as well as online news sites focusing on health, science, and technology. I have worked on traditional magazines as a writer and editor, and I have been published in Hemispheres, the in-flight magazine of United Airlines.

I split my time between Japan and the UK. I have two beautiful children who taught me a whole new set of communication skills.

Let's get to work!