Leah Mol

Leah Mol – Editor

Romance and contemporary fiction specialist with over a decade of editing experience.

Overview

Looking for advice in the romance writing department? I'm just the person to help with your literary relationship issues, having spent five years of my career at Harlequin Books and more than a decade in the editing world. I've worked on more than 250 romance novels as an editor or proofreader. Happily-ever-afters are what I have the most experience with, but I'd love to work on your happy-for-nows, your happily-singles or your genre-bending relationship stories! I'm also an award-winning writer, and I bring a keen understanding of voice to every project, allowing your personal style to shine.

I think of editing as a conversation—my job is to explain the directions your work could take. As an editor, I'm the person you can bounce ideas off of and ask about specific aspects of your work. What you're looking for will dictate how we move forward, and the methods of feedback will be tailored to your specific project. Whether you're looking for virtual one-on-one feedback, in-manuscript notes, or a written editorial assessment, I'll give your work the personal attention it deserves. The best edits leave authors excited to get back to work, and that's always my aim.

Services
Fiction
Contemporary Fiction Contemporary Romance Cozy Mysteries Horror LGBTQ Fiction Psychological Thriller Women's Fiction Young Adult
Languages
English (CAN) English (UK) English (US)
Awards
  • Bronwen Wallace Award
  • CBC Short Story Prize
Certifications
  • Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing
  • Bachelor of Journalism
  • Certificate in Publishing

Work experience

MIRA Books

Mar, 2022 — Present

MIRA Books

Apr, 2022 — Present

Harlequin Books

Oct, 2019 — Oct, 2020 (about 1 year)

Harlequin Books

Oct, 2016 — Apr, 2022 (over 5 years)

Word and Colour

Aug, 2016 — Sep, 2017 (about 1 year)

Self-employed

May, 2015 — Present

Gravytrain

May, 2012 — Sep, 2014 (over 2 years)

In/Words

Sep, 2010 — Sep, 2011 (about 1 year)

In/Words

Sep, 2009 — Sep, 2011 (about 2 years)

Portfolio

I Love It When You Lie

Kristen Bird

"Irresistible and compulsive, this book is packed full of surprises."—Samantha Downing, internationally bestselling author of My Lovely WifeThe Williams women don’t just keep secrets…They bury them. The three Williams girls are as close as sisters can be, and ... read more
Everything She Feared: A Suspense Novel

Mofina, Rick

Shards of Glass: A Novel

Sagara, Michelle

Watch It Burn: A Novel

Bird, Kristen

Someone Saw Something: A Novel

Mofina, Rick

What Grows in the Dark: A Novel

Evans, Jaq

Maya's Laws of Love: A Novel

Khawaja, Alina

I Only Read Murder: A Novel (Miranda Abbott Mystery, 1)

Ferguson, Will

Her Best Kept Royal Secret (Heirs for Royal Brothers Book 2)

Graham, Lynne

A Safe Place for Christmas (Love Inspired)

Carter, Lisa

The Rebel Cowboy's Baby: A Clean Romance (The Cowboys of Garrison, Texas Book 1)

Summers, Sasha

The Widows of Champagne: An Inspirational Novel of WW2

Ryan, Renee

The Horse Trainer's Secret (Return to the Double C Book 17)

Leigh, Allison

Out of the Ashes

Galbraith, Anne

The Housekeeper of Thornhallow Hall: A gripping gothic debut (Gentlemen of Mystery Book 1)

James, Lotte R.

Searching for Evidence (The Saving Kelby Creek Series Book 2)

Snell, Tyler Anne

Starting Over with the Sheriff (Rancho Esperanza Book 3)

Duarte, Judy

The Father He Deserves (Love Inspired)

Jordan, Lisa

K-9 Hideout (A K-9 Alaska Novel Book 4)

Heiter, Elizabeth

A Proposal to Risk Their Friendship (Liberated Ladies Book 5)

Allen, Louise

His to Claim: A Western Military Reunion Romance (The Westmoreland Legacy Book 4)

Jackson, Brenda

Beddable Billionaire (Dirty Sexy Rich)

Andria, Alexx

Getting Lucky: A Scorching Hot Romance (Reunions Book 1)

Tremayne, Avril

Red Dirt

Jarzab, Anna

Moonlight Over Manhattan (From Manhattan with Love Book 6)

Morgan, Sarah

The Summer That Made Us: A Novel

Carr, Robyn

The First to Know

Johnson, Abigail

Luke's Cut: A Romance Novel (Hell's Eight Book 8)

McCarty, Sarah

Someone to Love: A Moving and Powerful YA Novel

de la Cruz, Melissa

Rosie Colored Glasses: A Novel

Wolfson, Brianna

Hot Mess

Belden, Emily

The Darkest Promise: A Dark, Demonic Paranormal Romance (Lords of the Underworld Book 14)

Showalter, Gena

The Family Gathering (Sullivan's Crossing Book 3)

Carr, Robyn

Dating Disasters of Emma Nash

Seager, Chloe

Herons Landing: A Small-Town Romance (Honeymoon Harbor Book 1)

Ross, JoAnn

Dead Girls

Cameron, Graeme

Fat Girl on a Plane

deVos, Kelly

Slowly We Die: A Thriller (Jana Berzelius)

Schepp, Emelie

Under My Skin

Unger, Lisa

When Elephants Fly

Fischer, Nancy Richardson

The Boy at the Keyhole: A Novel

Giles, Stephen

Once a Liar: A Novel

Brady, A.F.

Freedom's Detective: The Secret Service, the Ku Klux Klan, and the Man Who Masterminded America's First War on Terror

Lane, Charles

Dear Mother: Poems on the hot mess of motherhood

Laditan, Bunmi

The Summer Cottage

Shipman, Viola

The East End: A Novel

Allen, Jason

Humans: A Brief History of How We F*cked It All Up

Phillips, Tom

The Woman in the White Kimono: A Novel

Johns, Ana

The Stranger Inside: A Novel

Unger, Lisa

Low Country Christmas: A Clean & Wholesome Romance (Safe Haven Book 3)

McClain, Lee Tobin

Five Ways to Fall Out of Love

Martin, Emily

The Path to Sunshine Cove: A Novel

Thayne, RaeAnne

The Woman with the Blue Star: A Novel

Jenoff, Pam

You Will Remember Me: A Novel

McKinnon, Hannah Mary

Lady Sunshine: A Novel

Mason Doan, Amy

Notorious: A Novel (Long, Tall Texans Book 53)

Palmer, Diana

Christmas in Rose Bend

Simone, Naima

Lies My Memory Told Me

Wunsch, Sacha

Trashlands: A Novel

Stine, Alison

The Sorority Murder: A Novel

Brennan, Allison

The Inn at Harts Haven: A Novel (The Matchmakers of Harts Haven Book 1)

Davids, Patricia

Don't Cry for Me: A Novel

Black, Daniel

The Old Woman with the Knife: A Novel

Byeong-mo, Gu

Black Market: An Insider's Journey into the High-Stakes World of College Basketball

Code, Merl

With Love from Rose Bend

Simone, Naima

An Honest Lie

Fisher, Tarryn

On a Quiet Street

Nova Glass, Seraphina

Out of Her Depth: A Novel

Barber, Lizzy

You Say It First: A Small-Town Wedding Romance (Happily Inc Book 1)

Mallery, Susan

Best Day Ever: A Novel

Rouda, Kaira

Leah has 4 reviews

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Leanne S.

Leanne S.

Dec, 2023

Leah quickly responded to my request for editing and then went above and beyond to help make my book shine. I greatly appreciate her help, professionalism, and suggestions that elevated my manuscript to the next level. Thank you, Leah!
Valerie M.

Valerie M.

Aug, 2023

Leah was fabulous to work with. Her professionalism came through in our communication and her experience and ability are evident in her feedback. She has carefully reviewed my short story manuscript and guided and advised me on what I need to do to make it ... well ... shine! I strongly recommend Leah as an editor and would love to work with Leah again soon.
Ashley W.

Ashley W.

Apr, 2023

I would work with Leah again in a heartbeat. She was incredibly thorough while being able to meet my quick deadline. She kept a careful eye out when I explained all my italics had been wiped in formatting, and I can tell she was able to stay on task and not get distracted by the content. I would absolutely recommend her!
Adele L.

Adele L.

May, 2022

Prompt and thoughtful service - Leah is an amazing editor who truly takes time to understand the author's voice and provide quality guidance to ensure your story shines!

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