Kevin Shamel

Kevin Shamel – Editor

Fiction writer and editor with nearly twenty years in the industry. I love weird writing and pushing boundaries. Don't send me AI stuff.

Overview

Fiction writer and editor. I'm both a writer and reader of weird fiction, from speculative to bizarro (which encompasses every genre--it's just weird). With nearly twenty years experience as a professional author and editor, I have a love for helping others achieve their dreams of publishing the stories they create. I am a fan of independent voices and self-publishers. I'm well-versed in interior and exterior design.

I've worked with new writers to develop and publish their first books as well as helped others continue their success as authors. I have an eye for detail, and the ability to offer edits in your voice. I believe the best editing comes with skill and empathy. I'm here to make you shine.

Do not send me AI garbage. Gross.

“Kevin’s strength as an editor is in meeting you where you’re at, and then helping you elevate from that point. He is able to easily see your vision, and help you master and execute that in the most effective way possible, while remaining true to your voice as an author. “ --Constance Ann Fitzgerald (author of TRASHLAND A GO-GO and GLUE)

Services
Fiction
Action & Adventure Horror Humor & Comedy Science Fiction Urban Fantasy
Languages
English

Work experience

Eraserhead Press

Jun, 2010 — Oct, 2012 (over 2 years)
Editor, acquisitions editor, and Editor in Chief of magazine for Eraserhead Press.

Self-employed

Jun, 2005 — Present
Author of several books published through traditional means, and currently exploring self-publishing. Editor of twelve fiction books through a small press. Currently freelancing as editor, ghost writer, designer.

Portfolio

Gigantic Death Worm

Kramer, Vince

Developmental Editing Copy Editing Proofreading
Developmental Editing Copy Editing Proofreading
Trashland A Go-Go

Fitzgerald, Constance Ann

Developmental Editing Copy Editing Proofreading
Gutmouth

Iglesias, Gabino

Developmental Editing Copy Editing
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The Legend of the Moon Weed

Ludheight, Graham

Developmental Editing Copy Editing
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BRAIN PICKLE

Finkel, Daniel Eric

Copy Editing
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Heart of Gaia: Calamity Crew Book One

Phillips, Misty R

Copy Editing
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We Are All Monsters: A Gothic Noir Comedy

Imms, A.J.S.

Astarte Books

Copy Editing
Made with Reedsy
Canine Z (The World of Canine Z Book 1)

Peterson, Linda

Marjoram Press

Copy Editing
Made with Reedsy
WOW. YOU HAVEN'T HEARD A WORD I'VE SAID

SHAVATT, EVE

Copy Editing
Developmental Editing Copy Editing
Developmental Editing Copy Editing
House Hunter

Cartledge, S. T.

Developmental Editing Copy Editing
Janitor of Planet Anilingus

Adams, Andrew Wayne

Developmental Editing Copy Editing
Placenta of Love

Marlowe, Spike

Developmental Editing Copy Editing
The Crud Masters

Grimbol, Justin

Developmental Editing Copy Editing
Copy Editing
Not Safe For Kids

Shamel, Kevin

Bigfoot Cop

Shamel, Kevin

Kevin has 21 reviews

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Mario S.

Mario S.

Apr, 2026

Kevin is a master of the craft!
Deanna D.

Deanna D.

Feb, 2026

I was apprehensive about hiring a editor for what I considered a "passion project" since I'm not a professional author. I was worried I would be asked for heavy changes. That they wouldn't get my style or sense of humor. That they would say that something I put careful thought into isn't going to...
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Caroline D.

Caroline D.

Feb, 2026

Kevin was the first to accept working on my book, and l just loved his explanation why he wanted to do it, so l stuck with my gut feeling and chose him. He is empathic, professional and very human. If l ever do anything with a second draft l have, l will definitely choose him again.
Eve S.

Eve S.

Nov, 2025

It was amazing working with Kevin Shamel. My sister and I came into this process with zero knowledge of how things work and certainly very low technical skills, but he encouraged and advised all along the way. Kevin spent a very long time on our formatting, which was just a mess and caused him ma...
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William B.

William B.

Nov, 2025

Kevin worked fast and provided excellent guidelines to improve the project.

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