Megan Tatreau

Megan Tatreau – Editor

An experienced editor of non-fiction books, memoirs, and bios, I spent seven years editing for InterVarsity Press and ten years freelancing.

Overview

Despite pursuing other careers over the years, the lure of editing and writing always brings me back. Over the past 15 years, I have edited numerous books through InterVarsity Press, including "Parenting in the Pew" by Robbie Castleman and "The Israeli-Palestinian Conflict: Tough Questions, Direct Answers" by Dale Hanson Bourke. I have also edited 50 books for self-published authors in the past year and a half, all available (or pending publication) on Amazon, including "Evergreen Faith" by J.F. Wright, "Life at Daniel's Place" by Alice Wisler, and "Changed" by Rachel T. Allen.


My main goal while editing is to maintain the author's voice while improving the clarity and quality of the book. Before beginning an editing project, I complete a free sample edit to ensure the client and I are on the same page. All edits are done in Google Docs or Word using "suggesting" or "track changes"; this leaves the final editing decisions in the author's hands. While copyediting, I check for clarity and continuity: Are your characters described the same way throughout the book? Do the scenes and sentences make sense? Do the events leave the readers intrigued or confused? While proofreading, I check for spelling, grammar, and punctuation. Together, we will get your "book baby" ready for publishing, whether through a publishing house or self-publishing.

Services
Non-Fiction
Biographies & Memoirs Christian Non-Fiction
Languages
English (US)

Work experience

High Point Church

Jan, 2020 — Jun, 2022 (over 2 years)
In addition to standard administrative tasks, I worked with our Intercultural Pastor to edit his book as well as his PhD course documents, his non-profit's (Serving Alongside International's) website, and his SAI newsletter.

InterVarsity Press

Jun, 2007 — Jun, 2014 (about 7 years)
I proofread books after copyediting, looking for grammatical and punctuation errors.

Portfolio

Calling It Off: Memoir of an Almost Bride

Woller, Katherine Rose

Landon Hail Press

Developmental Editing Copy Editing Editorial Assessment Proofreading
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From These Broken Pieces: True Stories of Redemption

Hauck, Katie

Katie Hauck Ministries

Copy Editing Proofreading
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Fire Nights: Forging Brotherhood that Heals

Atkerson, Burke

Far Peak Press

Copy Editing Proofreading
Proofreading
Proofreading
Copy Editing Proofreading
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God's Prayer Book: The Old Testament

Collison, Tim

Maxwell

Copy Editing Proofreading
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Healthcare and the Mission of God: Finding Joy in the Crucible of Ministry

Hudson, Paul J

Genesis Publishing House

Copy Editing Proofreading
Proofreading
Copy Editing Proofreading
There's Beauty in the Breakdown: Poems for the Healing Heart

Stearman, Madison James

Landon Hail Press

Developmental Editing Copy Editing Editorial Assessment Proofreading
Developmental Editing Copy Editing Editorial Assessment Proofreading
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Salted: Rejecting False Doctrines and Restoring Our Witness

Haggerty, Kelly

Saltedbook

Copy Editing Proofreading
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Radiant & Redeemed: Rediscovering Purity in a Culture of Chaos

Leverett, Kate

Radiance Press LLC

Copy Editing Proofreading
Uncaged: The Key to Happily Ever After

Evans, Dr. Courtney

Landon Hail Press

Developmental Editing Copy Editing Editorial Assessment Proofreading
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How to Heartbreak: Turning Lessons from Heartbreak into Healing and Self-Growth

Osudoh, Audrey Nkemdilim

How to Heartbreak LLC

Copy Editing Proofreading
Developmental Editing Copy Editing Editorial Assessment Proofreading
Copy Editing Proofreading
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Unchained: Who Told You That You Were Naked?

Cavallaro, Kristen Lee

Tov Happens.

Proofreading
Copy Editing Proofreading
Copy Editing Proofreading
Copy Editing Proofreading
Copy Editing Proofreading
Breaking Good: From Good Girl to Good Girl Gone

Stanfield, Beth

Landon Hail Press

Proofreading
Kingdom Life: A Life of Prayer and Intimacy

Wells, Donyale Johnson

Independently published

Proofreading
Agent Renovation

Agent Renovation

Agent Renovation

Proofreading
Proofreading
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The Thriving Woman: Do you have what it takes to thrive?

Criddle, Salomé M

The TWIRL Press

Copy Editing Proofreading
Developmental Editing Copy Editing
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Fish Out of Water: Navigating Dyslexia, My Faith, and Road to Fish Biology

McLain, Jeffrey S

Jeffslodigarden

Copy Editing Proofreading
Copy Editing Proofreading
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Uncaged: Living a Life of Freedom

Cookingham, Jay

Proofreading
Copy Editing Proofreading
Copy Editing Proofreading
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Kept: Light in the Darkness

Kaceo Spades, Christian

Copy Editing Proofreading
Copy Editing Proofreading
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God Has Not Changed His Mind

Gray, Cassy

Proofreading
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WEAPONS

CARBY, WINSTON

Proofreading
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His Grace is Sufficient

Drye, Samuel

Copy Editing Proofreading
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Ex Dove

Freeman, Betty

Copy Editing Proofreading
Developmental Editing Copy Editing Proofreading
Copy Editing Proofreading
Copy Editing Proofreading
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Copy Editing Proofreading
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A Mind for God

White, James Emery

Proofreading
Proofreading
Proofreading
Proofreading
Proofreading
Copy Editing Proofreading Book Coaching
Copy Editing Proofreading Book Coaching

Megan has 45 reviews

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Alistair B.

Alistair B.

Apr, 2025

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Megan carried out a thorough review of my work, offering helpful insights and professional observations. She comes very highly recommended. Went above and beyond.
Megan T.
Thank you so much for the kind review, Alistair! I look forward to working with you in the future.
Dan H.

Dan H.

Mar, 2025

Pinned
Amazing editor to work with! Megan is extremely professional, and helpful. She's honest, forthright, humorous, and goes the extra mile to take care of you and your baby (book) to make sure it's publish ready. This was my first time writing a book and using an editor service. Megan patiently gui...
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Megan T.
Thanks so much, Dan! I enjoyed working with you and can't wait to see your book in print!
Tamara S.

Tamara S.

Mar, 2025

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Finding the right editor can feel overwhelming, but Megan was truly a Godsend when I needed her most. From the very start, she didn’t just meet my expectations—she went above and beyond in every way. She was thoughtful, professional, and incredibly insightful, offering honest yet encouraging feed...
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Megan T.
Thank you so much, Tamara! You have such an amazing story to share - I am thankful to have had a small part in sharing it with the world!
Jarrah F.

Jarrah F.

May, 2025

Meagan was patient, kind, and understanding. She really made me feel like this piece was equally important to her. I could not have gotten all of my thoughts together without her help. She revised several times with no objections. I would use her again in a heartbeat. Thank you, Megan.
Megan T.
Thank you so much, Jarrah! I loved helping you edit your story. If you remember, let me know when your book is published - I'd love to see the final product!
Kate L.

Kate L.

Apr, 2025

Megan was great to work with. She was friendly, clear, competent, and responsive. She completed the brief ahead of schedule!
Megan T.
Thanks for the kind review, Kate! If you remember, let me know when you publish your devotional - I'd love to see the final version.

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