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

Laura has 25 reviews

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Todd S.

Todd S.

Mar, 2024

Laura is excellent. She reviewed the work in a timely and precise manner, offering helpful suggestions to make it much better. I highly recommend.
Erin M.

Erin M.

Feb, 2024

Laura was completely professional and offered incredible input and suggestions. Her support and suggestions helped me grow as a writer and enhanced my book content greatly. I am so grateful, and pleased, and highly recommend Laura's, services.
Amanda H.

Amanda H.

Nov, 2023

Laura did a fantasic job editing my book. Her recommendations were specific and clear. Her edits helped me with grammar issues while respecting my voice. She gave encouragements along with recommendations to make the writing better. I highly recommend her!
Keven B.

Keven B.

Jul, 2023

Laura is a true professional. She knows her craft and was devoted to my project. I engaged her to do a developmental / content edit for my fiction novel, and she came back with very insightful feedback on the structure, pacing, character development, and key plot points. She also had valuable feedback on important writing tips for the narrative and dialogue to bring the scenes alive. She's very...
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Geoffrey W.

Geoffrey W.

Apr, 2023

Mu second experience with Laura's proofreading with some copy editing thrown in was excellent. I hope to work with her again. Geoffrey Wells.

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