Laura Edge

Laura Edge – Editor

The award-winning author of sixteen children's and young adult books, I enjoy working with writers to bring their manuscripts to life.

Overview

My love of books led me to combine two jobs into the perfect career. As a reading, writing, and language arts teacher, I have worked with students of all ages. I enjoy helping writers find the best combination of words to express their unique ideas. Creating dynamic prose is my dream job, a new adventure with each project. As the author of sixteen nationally published award-winning books, I have more than twenty years’ experience working with editors and publishers to bring books to life.

From working with editors on revisions for my own books and critiquing manuscripts for other authors, I know the value of constructive feedback. A fresh pair of eyes and a thorough review can be the difference between a polished manuscript and one that needs work. I have edited manuscripts in a variety of genres from picture books through young adult. I will point out strengths in your manuscript and areas that could be clarified or enhanced. I will help you polish your prose by pointing out pesky grammar problems while maintaining your one-of-a-kind voice. Each writing project is unique and carries with it a piece of the writer’s heart. My goal is to help you strengthen your writing so you can bring your vision to life.

Services
Non-Fiction
Biographies & Memoirs Children’s Non-Fiction
Fiction
Christian Fiction Historical Fiction Middle Grade Picture Books Young Adult
Languages
English (AUS)

Work experience

Lone Star College and Home Run Ministries

Aug, 2005 — May, 2015 (over 9 years)

Lerner Publishing, Enslow Publishing, Pelican Publishing

Sep, 2001 — Mar, 2020 (over 18 years)
The author of sixteen published books, I have worked with editors for more than twenty years to create books that educate, inspire, and entertain. I have written and edited picture books, middle grade, and young adult books.

Self-employed

Dec, 1998 — Present

Portfolio

What Is Saudade?

Costa Langley, Julie

Max The Pup Publishing

Heart of the Matter: A Journey to Faith

Edge, Laura B.

Elk Lake Publishing, Inc.

An Instrument for Florenda Second Edition

Brown, Tomeko

Moving Notes Books

KINGDOM IN THE REDWOODS

Baxter, Keven

Kharis Publishing, an imprint of Kharis Media LLC

The Adventures of KayPo: Nomos

Neubrander, Dr. Daniel

Chained

Kelly, Lynne

The Sweetest Thing

Mandelski, Christina

Song for a Whale

Kelly, Lynne

Laura has 35 reviews

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Doris G.

Doris G.

May, 2026

I am so glad I chose Laura to edit my manuscript. She was able to make corrections without disrupting the story, and her insightful suggestions were so helpful. I would be happy to recommend Laura and Reedsy to other authors.
Donald W.

Donald W.

May, 2026

Laura was very quick and gave me good ideas of how to improve my query letter. I will ask for her help again in the future.
Douglas S.

Douglas S.

Mar, 2026

There are not enough superlatives in any language that adeptly describe the talents and capabilities Laura is endowed with. I highly recommend her as an editor for all your editing requirements. If you do not engage her, you should question your sanity… Thank you, Laura! See you on the flip side.
Douglas S.

Douglas S.

Feb, 2026

Laura did an exceptional job, working with so little. Recommend her highly!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Lesley J.

Lesley J.

Feb, 2026

I would really like to thank Laura for her Guidance and Handling of my manuscript "Jasmine and James want a pet." Laura helped me develop my storyline further and taught me methods about writing to improve my writing skills. I appreciated her time and valued her feedback. I look forward to workin...
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