Nancy Smay – Editor

I'm Nancy and have worked for more than a decade as a line editor and story coach to help writers deliver their best work, whether they're seeking traditional publication or planning to take the indie path. I'm currently ONLY taking clients for book coaching -- helping develop ideas into full manuscripts.

Clients include bestselling and best-ranking writers, as well as new authors.

As a coach, I help writers brainstorm plots, untangle story issues, and solidify characterization. I also coach writers on marketing skills related to their books.

I began editing fiction for traditional publishers in 2012, and launched my freelance career to serve the indie population in 2015.

In addition to editing, I write steamy small-town romcom and cozy mystery under two different pen names and am a USA Today bestselling author. My deep involvement in the writing community and experience publishing give me a unique ability to empathize with authors--not only about the complexities of writing a novel but for everything else that publishing entails.

“Nancy is insightful, sharp, thorough, and always a pleasure to work with. She’s a consummate professional who takes stress out of the editing process because I know I can trust her. I recommend her without reservation.”

— Laurelin Paige, NYT and International Best-selling Author

“Nancy is meticulous, thorough, and incredibly easy to work with. Her edits are smart and clear, and her turnaround time is fantastic. I’m extremely picky about editing, and I recommend her highly.”

— Melanie Harlow, USA Today Bestselling Author