Katie Seaman – Editor

I love a good story and I can’t wait to read yours. I’m keen to help support you on your writing journey whatever stage you’re at and, after a decade working at major publishers including Penguin Random House and HarperCollins, I have a strong track record – in the last couple of months alone, two writers I worked with on development edits and query package reviews have now been successful in finding a literary agent.

I’ve got a wealth of experience editing bestsellers and insider industry knowledge to help your project stand out from the crowd. Whether that’s through an editorial assessment or development edit to make your manuscript the best it can be; helping with a query package review to polish your pitch and build confidence before approaching literary agents; or as a book coach helping to turn that idea you’ve been mulling over onto words on the page, honing your writing techniques, creating writing routines or just being an accountability partner to help you achieve your writing goals.

I believe that the relationship between a writer and editor should be a collaborative partnership. I'm hard-working and committed to achieving the best possible result for your work. I'm here to give encouragement, advice and support, delivering editorial feedback sensitively. I'm friendly and flexible in my approach so always happy to discuss your project and agree on a clear brief before we decide to move forward.

I'm a collaborative and insightful editor specializing in commercial genres including romance, historical, cosy crime, and reading group. I always enjoy a book that's a little bit quirky, that has a magical element or a strong emotional hook, so if that sounds like your book then I'd love to hear from you.

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This is what published authors and literary agents have said about working with me:

'Katie is one of the most insightful editors I've ever had the pleasure of working with. I've felt that my writing was in trusted, safe hands. She sees the essence of my novels and then devises a plan to draw that essence out, allowing my voice to shine brighter. She is also a brilliant cheerleader, giving you confidence at the point you need it most!' M. A. KUZNIAR

'Working with Katie on my debut novel was a life-changing experience. I loved how supportive and patient she was and one of Katie's greatest strengths as an editor is her willingness to bounce ideas off authors and her ability in empowering authors to follow their instincts. I highly recommend Katie's services.' STACEY THOMAS

'Katie is like a Fairy Godmother when it comes to helping authors, whether it be turning a vague idea into a workable plot or bringing to life a scene that was lacking those vital ingredients. She gives generous support and offers invaluable advice.' MICHELLE RAWLINS