Item: Kyra Wojdyla
Rating: 4.75
Author: Kim Wenzler

Overview

I specialize in developmental editing, copyediting, and proofreading, focusing on romance and women's fiction novels. Over the last ten years, I have worked on over 100 books with independent authors and publishing houses. My educational background includes an M.S. in writing and book publishing and a B.A. in creative writing.

My approach is a combination of an avid reader, a sharp-eyed critic, and a devoted friend. I care deeply about preserving and enhancing each author's unique voice throughout editing. Let's work together to create stories that captivate and touch readers' hearts.

Services

Copy Editing

Proofreading

Fiction

Chick Lit Contemporary Fiction Contemporary Romance Historical Romance Romantic Comedy

Languages

English (US)

Work experience

Editor

Ripley's Believe It or Not!

Nov, 2023 — May, 2025 (over 1 year)

Meticulously ensure the accuracy and quality of a wide range of stories for Ripley’s Believe It or Not! annual book. Collaborate with writers and editors to guarantee grammatical accuracy, style consistency, and overall clarity in each story. Contribute innovative ideas and conduct thorough research to write compelling, engaging short-form content that resonates with the Ripley’s audience.

Production Editor

Amazon Publishing

Oct, 2022 — Oct, 2023 (about 1 year)

Led the end-to-end production of book club fiction and romance novels, from copyediting to printer submission. Edited and proofread manuscripts, marketing materials, and book covers as assets moved through the production lifecycle. Conducted final format reviews to ensure manuscripts met industry standards for publication—verified style, layout, and formatting consistency according to guidelines.

Editor

Ooligan Press

Sep, 2013 — May, 2015 (over 1 year)

Identified and considered manuscript submissions. Evaluated manuscripts for structural integrity, plot development, character consistency, and overall readability. Copyedited and proofread manuscripts for grammar, punctuation, and style consistency.

Editor

Self-employed

May, 2012 — Present

Provide comprehensive copyediting services to ensure manuscript clarity, coherence, and grammatical accuracy to independent authors and various publishers. Conduct meticulous proofreading to identify and correct typographical, grammatical, and punctuation errors.