Joshua Graber

Joshua Graber – Editor

Literary fiction editor. Friendly collaborator. Narrative shaper and sentence wrangler.

Overview

Book and literary journal editor with ten years experience editing books and stories through every stage of the process: developmental edits all the way to fine copyedits and proofreading.


The greatest compliment I've received as an editor is from a writer I worked with recently, who wrote on Twitter that my "superpower is to see the beating heart of a book." I like to get to know my clients and their work, and I'm passionate about helping each client achieve their goals with the piece(s) they're working on.


If my approach seems like it could help you, let's talk about working together!


Note: Currently working on book-length manuscripts only.

Services
Fiction
Contemporary Fiction Literary Fiction
Languages
English (AUS) English (US)

Work experience

Word West Press

May, 2019 — Present
I'm responsible for every aspect of the editorial process, from initial consultations with each writer on their goals and ambitions for the book, to developmental edits, copyedits, and proofreading. I'm a one-person department, and I love this sort of deep engagement with a project. I've valued my work at Word West immensely.

Self-employed

Jan, 2008 — Present
I've worked on everything from poetry to historical zombie fiction. The breadth of experience has been extremely valuable to me, and I feel that I have something to offer almost any project. If I can't help you, I can probably point you in the direction of someone who can.

Portfolio

Dawg Towne

Kaltman, Alice

Not I

Castillo, Sebastian

Collective Gravities

Clark, Chloe N

No Good For Digging: Stories

Hoffman, Dustin M

Secrets of the Wild

Dustin, Hoffman M

Joshua has 4 reviews

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Brian B.

Brian B.

Apr, 2025

Joshua was incredibly detailed and candid with his constructive feedback. I had utilized his services for proofreading, but I plan on using him for future projects as a copyeditor. He provides great insight and instruction that is highly valuable.
Rita M.

Rita M.

Jan, 2022

Joshua is the ultimate professional. I have already reviewed him for a short sample edit, but wanted to leave feedback on his Editorial Evaluation of my novel. I found Joshua's comments to be very positive, insightful and constructive. His critique showed respect and understanding of my work and...
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Joshua G.
Working with Rita was an absolute pleasure. She is a consummate professional and timely communicator, and I loved getting to know her beautifully drawn characters!
John I.

John I.

Dec, 2021

Joshua is an extremely accomplished editor, providing feedback that is comprehensive and detailed. Based on my experience, it's clear Joshua takes his time while editing, making sure to read through the work multiple times. His feedback, provided as a word document, is thoughtful and direct.
Rita M.

Rita M.

Nov, 2021

Joshua has just completed a sample edit on my novel in progress. I have so far found him to be extremely easy to communicate with, enthusiastic and also highly professional . Joshua's editorial suggestions on my manuscript demonstrated surprising insight and were never intrusive. I could see ho...
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