Katie Karas

Katie Karas – Editor

I'm an experienced editor looking for copy editing and proofreading opportunities. I've edited multiple New York Times bestsellers.

Overview

I'm a passionate copy editor and proofreader who loves to make sure books are professional, polished, stylistically consistent, and compelling. I've also worked as a developmental editor, doing in-depth work to create a fantastic book from scratch. Right now I'm focused on later-in-the-process work to make manuscripts sparkle and shine, whether you're self-publishing or working with a publishing house.

I've had the pleasure of editing multiple NYT bestsellers during my 8 years of working with Gabrielle Bernstein. The titles I edited include The Universe Has Your Back, Super Attractor, Spirit Junkie, and more. I also worked with Gabby to develop and teach a book-publishing course called Bestseller Masterclass. That all being said, I've got lots of experience in self-help and spirituality, including distilling and translating esoteric concepts so readers who may be new to them can grasp them and benefit from them.

I'm serious about creating polished, beautiful copy -- but without a red pen in hand I'm a lighthearted person with (I think) a good sense of humor. I also meet deadlines like it's my job. Because it is.
Services
Non-Fiction
Self-Help & Self-Improvement
Languages
English (US)

Work experience

Gabrielle Bernstein, Inc.

Jan, 2018 — Jul, 2020 (over 2 years)

I strategized and wrote editorial content for the self-help author Gabby Bernstein. My work included writing weekly blog posts (optimized for SEO and built in a CMS), writing all content for a paid membership, writing and posting social media content, writing and editing digital courses, writing and editing marketing campaigns, and more.

I also worked as Gabby's book editor from 2010 to 2020. I edited multiple NYT bestsellers, including the #1 best-selling 'The Universe Has Your Back.'

Self-Employed

Jan, 2010 — Oct, 2021 (over 11 years)

I've worked as a freelance editor and proofreader for publications and companies such as:

MoMA
Metropolis magazine
Unroll.me
DailyCandy
Savoteur
DailyWorth

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