Steven Moore

Steven Moore – Editor

Qualified English teacher Steven is an editor specializing in thriller, fantasy and Sci-Fi novels. Also, an Amazon bestselling author.

Overview

Hi there.

Thanks so much for reading my profile. If we were to work together on your manuscript, I can promise you 100% commitment, dedication to making it the best it can possibly be, and a smooth working relationship with honesty, integrity, and ease of communication.

I'm here for one reason only: to help make your manuscript as perfect as it can be and thus, as saleable as possible.

So, what are you waiting for? Let's get started on your future masterpiece.


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Steven boasts a long list of delighted clients, and has edited almost 300 books across all genres, including epic fantasy, thrillers, and post-apocalyptic, many of which have become bestsellers and award-winning novels. Steven is equally competent in both British and American English. A qualified English teacher via International House and Cambridge University, and with almost a decade of writing and editing experience, Steven is confident he will meet and surpass all your editing needs.


A series of glowing testimonials demonstrate Steven's dedication to his clients, his attention to detail, and his ability to make a manuscript shine whilst retaining the author's distinctive storytelling style and unique author voice.


“Steven does a fantastic edit and with a quick turnaround! I highly recommend his services to anyone looking for a great editor at a reasonable price.” ~ William Miller, bestselling author of the Jake Noble action thriller series.


"Steven is one of the best editors I’ve met in this business. He is highly reliable, prompt, and professional. His input on my manuscripts has proved invaluable." ~ Robert J Power, author of the hugely popular Spark City series.


Home is the beautiful city of Norwich, England which he shares with his travel writer and novelist wife Leslie, and their fur babies Ernest Hemingway and F Scott Fitzgerald, the rescue cats, and Charles Dickens, the rescue puppy.

Services
Fiction
Action & Adventure Dystopian Epic Fantasy Post-Apocalyptic Thriller & Suspense
Languages
English (UK) English (US)
Certifications
  • CELTA
  • Bachelor Degree in anthropology, archaeology and art history.

Work experience

Self-employed

Jan, 2017 — Present

I have edited upwards of 300 fiction titles, many of which have gone on to become bestsellers and award-winning novels.

Portfolio

Copy Editing
Copy Editing
Noble Asset (A Jake Noble Military Thriller Book 5)

Miller, William

Literary Rebel, LLC

Copy Editing
Proofreading
Copy Editing
Proofreading
Copy Editing
The Last Sketch: A World War II Novel Set in Warsaw and Montauk

Nealon, Gosia

Indies United Publishing House, LLC

Copy Editing
Copy Editing
Copy Editing
Developmental Editing
Developmental Editing
Aeons (The Infinity Engines Book 4)

Hastie, Andrew

Here be dragons Ltd

Copy Editing
Copy Editing
Copy Editing
Copy Editing
Red Phoenix (Thomas Caine Thrillers Book 3)

Warren, Andrew

Andrew Warren Books

Copy Editing
Copy Editing
Copy Editing
Dregs of the Culver Waste Book 1 - Sand and Scrap: (A Fantasy Novel)

Sendrowski, Christopher R.

Chris R. Sendrowski

Copy Editing
Copy Editing
Copy Editing
Copy Editing
Copy Editing
Copy Editing

Steven has 71 reviews

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Nina Z.

Nina Z.

Apr, 2024

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Steven was very professional and communicative throughout the entire process! He provided great feedback for improvement while also boosting my confidence as a writer! I am 10x more excited to publish my story after working with Steven!
Steven M.
Thank you for the great review, Nina. I enjoyed working on your great book. All the best, Steven
Terry B.

Terry B.

Apr, 2024

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Steven is a consummate professional. When I initially contacted him, he responded promptly with a lengthy letter describing his services and genuine interest in the material. I gave him a short deadline, and he exceeded expectations by finishing well in advance. Given his teaching background, his expertise is unmatched. I would call him the editor's editor. He does book up quickly, so my only a...
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Steven M.
Thank you for the kind words, Terry. Best of luck with the book… I really enjoyed it. Regards, Steven
Taylor B.

Taylor B.

Mar, 2024

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Steven was exceptional. He did a wonderful edit of my novel and offered many helpful suggestions on how the flow could improve. He asked the right questions and got the manuscript dialed in to ensure it was ready for publishing. I'd highly recommend him and will be returning to Steven when my next novel is ready.
Steven M.
Thanks for the fantastic review Taylor. I really enjoyed helping you with your great novel. All the best, Steven
Ben M.

Ben M.

Sep, 2024

I engaged with Steven on a work that needed a rapid but incisive response and Steven certainly delivered. His feedback was to the point, highly relevant, clearly experienced and actionable. No hesitation in recommending Steven. Ben
Joseph M.

Joseph M.

Aug, 2024

Very responsive, got back to my questions within 48 hours prior to any payments being issued, went above and beyond describing and then rendering services. It has been a month since he finished editing my book and I rejected 4 out of >10,000 recommendations, absolutely incredible and I look forward to using Steven in the future.
Steven M.
Thanks for the lovely review, Joseph. I enjoyed working with you. All the best, Steven

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