Keith Gordon

Keith Gordon – Editor

Skilled developmental editor helping authors unlock their stories. Worked with USA Today / Amazon Bestsellers and award-winning writers.

Overview

Editing is more than catching typos. What really sets my service apart is my dedicated eye for the beauty and breadth of the English language.

Wow, thanks for reading this far! Now let me tell you about myself: I am a freelance editor and writer with 5+ years experience in professional editing for fiction, non-fiction, and academic writing. I specialize in developmental editing and top-level feedback, helping authors unlock their narrative and connect with readers in a powerful, authentic voice. I am passionate about the craft of writing, and in my work I focus deeply on storytelling mechanics to correct the issues that can stall a book or make it fall flat.

On the commercial side, I have worked with USA Today Bestsellers, Amazon Bestsellers, and award-winning self-published authors to get their best work out in the world. On the professional side, I have worked with University of Cornell Press, Brookings Institution, UN Develoment Programme, USAID, and the US Institute of Peace to perfect their publications.

I have over 700 5-star reviews for my work. Here are a few recent comments:

"I don’t think you could ask for a better editor. He exceeded my expectations on our first interaction and has never failed to deliver the same high quality editing and guidance in our many interactions since. I honestly can’t thank him enough for his dedication to my work." – Paul V.D.

"It's been a great pleasure of mine working with Keith (for the 4th time). He's been immensely helpful with editing my piece and pointing out places where the things should be tightened up. Keith is a real pro and a great communicator. Highly recommend his services to anyone, who needs professional help with editing and storytelling!" Nick G.

"I've paid other editors a heck-of-a-lot more and didn't receive the quality that Keith delivered. Not only did he deliver a copy and line edit, but he also made formatting corrections and asked insightful questions regarding my content. He is now my go-to guy!" - Valerie A.

"You will be hard pressed to find a better value at the price and convenience. Keith delivered a week before promised and his recommendations were always on point. He also went above and beyond to clarify a few things, so I ended up learning a lot with him. Looking forward to working with him." – Christian N.

"This was absolutely excellent experience from beginning to end. I felt a little humbled by the number of improvements suggested, and genuinely learned a lot from going through the suggestions. My writing is now more clear and more readable." – Simon C.
Services
Non-Fiction
Biographies & Memoirs Religion & Spirituality Self-Help & Self-Improvement
Fiction
Fantasy Mystery & Crime Science Fiction Thriller & Suspense Young Adult
Languages
English (UK) English (US)
Awards
  • Writers of the Future (Honorable Mention)
Certifications
  • B.A. in Philosophy
  • M.A. in Ethics / International Relations
  • TEFL / TESOL

Work experience

Self-employed

Apr, 2015 — Present

Principal at my own freelance editing business. Active on a number of online platforms with over 700+ 5-star reviews.

Portfolio

The Evil Forces of Chaos Are Out to Destroy Your Small Business! Here's how you can stop them . . . If you own or work in a small business, you're at risk. Massive risk. Within five years of business operation, more than half of all businesses fail. By year te... read more
She’s a scientist at heart. But her father’s sudden death will open her eyes to the dark world of magic. Lila is a med student with no time for silly superstitions. So after her famous detective father is gunned down amid a grisly murder spree, she puts aside ... read more
Moving can be tough!Just ask newcomer, ten-year-old Toby Perkins. Renently uprooted from his home in Coloado, Toby finds himself tapped in his new neighborhood with no other kids, and a sopa opera addicted mother. As Toby's summer of doom sets in, an unexpecte... read more
Are you a singer who would like to be able to help others?Would you like to increase your contemporary voice teaching skills?Do you want a method to successfully identify and correct vocal issues with confidence?You love singing and want to share your gift wit... read more
If you have tried every diet under the sun and failed, you’re not alone. Most people assume dieting is about food, but it’s not. Dieting is actually about knowing how to integrate three basic sciences. In Before the Fork, renowned lifestyle transformation spec... read more
In the world of Kadora, a new power awakens…Trapped and alone, Aziel is the greatest secret the Caelian Empire ever kept. For centuries he has been imprisoned as empires turned to dust and the world of Kadora changed around him—only to be released at last by C... read more
A call from the past.A debt to be repaid.Thanksgiving is about family, not fun._________________________________RED SHIRT: Imagine SPENSER FOR HIRE meets JOHN GRISHAM’S BLEACHERS._________________________________Miami Jones is enjoying the warm breeze of fall ... read more
"There is so much wisdom in this heartfelt, moving, and deeply personal book."– Lorenzo Cohen, PhD, Professor and Director, Integrative Medicine Program, MD Anderson Cancer Center; Co-Author, Anticancer LivingIN 1997, Timothy McCall, MD left a successful medic... read more
“For fans of the immersive worlds of George R. R. Martin and Patrick Rothfuss, and for those who may have found themselves addicted to television series like The Expanse or Ronald D. Moore’s Battlestar Galactica: welcome to your new obsession.” - David Bowen, ... read more
Serve justice. Discover a secret. Find his daughter. Repay betrayal.Jack Steel trains for the impossible, and it looks like it found him.On a black op to neutralize terrorists, elite specialist Steel puts honor and integrity ahead of orders when he spares a mo... read more

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