Natalia Vazquez Torres

Natalia Vazquez Torres – Editor

Latine editor at Charlesbridge; specializing in children's books, from picture books to YA, and Spanish/bilingual books.

Overview

Hi! I am Natalia, a Latine editor and writer who absolutely LOVES fiction. I work primarily on children's books at Charlesbridge. My editing skills have been honed through reading, writing, and earning an MFA in Creative Writing and Publishing from Emerson College.


I enjoy editing stories that are character-driven and explore emotional journeys. I love fantasy and speculative fiction but give me a good, well-grounded journey in the real world, and I will love it just as much.


I believe in the representation of voices that have not been allowed space in publishing before, and I also think characters should represent who we are on the daily. Because of this, I have also worked on books that have bilingual voices, with two languages intermingled throughout the story. If this is something you are interested in exploring, I can help you make it happen effectively; be it in the developmental editing stage, or during the copyediting and/or proofreading phases of your book, to make sure they blend smoothly, while still maintaining clarity for the reader. I can work on texts that mix in Spanish, Portuguese or French.


Whatever your needs are, I am eager to help. Reach out so we can work together on making your books come to life!

Services
Fiction
Anthologies Middle Grade Picture Books Young Adult
Non-Fiction
Children’s Non-Fiction
Languages
English (US)
Awards
  • The Other Pandemic -- Booklist Starred Review
  • Abuelita y yo hacemos un flan -- Bank Street's 2024 Best Children's Books of the Year in Spanish
  • Mil mariposas blancas -- Bank Street's 2024 Best Children's Books of the Year in Spanish
  • Nuestro techo es azul -- Bank Street's 2024 Best Children's Books of the Year in Spanish
  • Estamos agradecidos: Otsaliheliga -- Bank Street's 2024 Best Children's Books of the Year in Spanish
  • Con la cabeza en alto -- Bank Street's 2024 Best Children's Books of the Year in Spanish
Certifications
  • MFA in Creative Writing and Publishing- Emerson College
  • BA in Creative Writing and Foreign Languages- University of Puerto Rico
  • AA in Arabic-Levantine Translation Studies- Defense Language Institute
  • Mass Communication Certificate- Defense Information School
  • Copyediting Course- Emerson College

Work experience

Reedsy

Jun, 2023 — Present

Charlesbridge Publishing

Feb, 2023 — Present

Charlesbridge Publishing

Jan, 2022 — Feb, 2023 (about 1 year)

U.S. Air Force Reserve

Feb, 2020 — Feb, 2023 (almost 3 years)

U.S. Air Force

Feb, 2014 — Feb, 2020 (almost 6 years)

University of Puerto Rico Elementary School

Feb, 2010 — May, 2013 (over 3 years)

Portfolio

¡A soñar con la ciencia! (Spanish Edition)

Schaub, Michelle

Developmental Editing
In the Winter Woods

KULOT, DANIELA

Developmental Editing
Giddy Up, Unicorn!

GOMEZ, DANI

Developmental Editing
The Other Pandemic: An AIDS Memoir

Curlee, Lynn

Developmental Editing
Abuelita y yo hacemos flan (Spanish Edition)

Bergstrom, Adriana Hernández

Developmental Editing
Sir Cumference Speaks Volumes

Neuschwander, Cindy

Editorial Assessment
Los mariachis de Adela (Spanish Edition)

Vega, Denise

Developmental Editing Proofreading
How to Explain Coding to a Grown-Up (How to Explain Science)

Spiro, Ruth

Developmental Editing Editorial Assessment
Tyson, el pequeñito / Too-Small Tyson (Spanish Edition)

Brown-Wood, JaNay

Developmental Editing Copy Editing
How to Explain Robotics to a Grown-Up

Spiro, Ruth

Developmental Editing Editorial Assessment
Saving Kenny

GAILE, CORINNE

Editorial Assessment
Chicken Soup for the Soul for BABIES: Listen First (Then Go!) (Chicken Soup for the Soul BABIES)

Loney, Andrea J.

Proofreading
El gumbo más delicioso / Yumbo Gumbo (Storytelling Math) (Spanish Edition)

Dawson, Keila V.

Developmental Editing
Walt Disney World Hacks, 2nd Edition: 350+ Park Secrets for Making the Most of Your Walt Disney World Vacation (Disney Hidden Magic Gift Series)

Veness, Susan

Copy Editing
Self-Care for Latinas: 100+ Ways to Prioritize & Rejuvenate Your Mind, Body, & Spirit

Reichard, Raquel

Proofreading
Las truchas están hechas de árboles (Spanish Edition)

Sayre, April Pulley

Developmental Editing
Sick Day Jitters (The Jitters Series)

Danneberg, Julie

Developmental Editing
No es un monstruo (Spanish Edition)

Martinez, Claudia Guadalupe

Developmental Editing
No es un frijol (Spanish Edition)

Martinez, Claudia Guadalupe

Developmental Editing
Planting a Garden in Room 6: From Seeds to Salad (Life Cycles in Room 6)

Arnold, Caroline

Developmental Editing
Butterflies in Room 6: See How They Grow (Life Cycles in Room 6)

Arnold, Caroline

Developmental Editing
Global Babies Boxed Set

The Global Fund for Children

Developmental Editing
Chicken Soup for the Soul BABIES: Say Thank You, Little Giraffe (But Why?)

Pliska, Zeena

Copy Editing
Chicken Soup for the Soul BABIES: A Gift For Me? (I Want It!)

Pliska, Zeena

Proofreading
Lia y Luís: ¡Desconcertados! / Lia & Luís: Puzzled! (Storytelling Math)

Crespo, Ana

Developmental Editing
Mil mariposas blancas (Spanish Edition)

Betancourt-Perez, Jessica

Developmental Editing
Estamos agradecidos: Otsaliheliga (Spanish Edition)

Sorell, Traci

Developmental Editing
Nuestro techo es azul (Spanish Edition)

Echenique, Sara E.

Editorial Assessment Proofreading

Natalia has 7 reviews

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Jennifer C.

Jennifer C.

Mar, 2024

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Natalia is incredibly thoughtful and understanding. Not only did she help guide me to make my manuscript the best it could be but also update me on the correct formatting. I truly feel like I got the full package with her. I am honored to have worked with her.
Natalia V.
Thank you so much for trusting me with your story--it was a joy working together!
Fred G.

Fred G.

Dec, 2023

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Natalia was the ideal editor for me. She was prompt and responsive, and made practical suggestions based on her detailed reading of my manuscript. She enthusiastically tackled the Spanish translation of my manuscript and offered crucial corrections. I recommend her 100%!
Natalia V.
Thank you so much for your kind review, Fred! I enjoyed working together on this project very much, both in the English and Spanish versions. Best of luck in your publishing journey!
Jake L.

Jake L.

Aug, 2023

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Natalia was the editor I really needed. Our personalities just clicked! She got me in quickly, and her rates really worked for me. She was enthusiastic about the material of my picture book and provided notes and suggestions that made the story so much better. I'm privileged to have worked with her!
Natalia V.
Thank you for the review, Jake! It was a joy working with you and making your story the best it can be.
Deb P.

Deb P.

Mar, 2024

Natalia was responsive, professional and extremely helpful. I delivered a very rough short story with a clear message but not enough character development. She gave me the guidance/suggestions I needed to continue making my story a children’s book — without overstepping or overbearing my voice. She also gave me great suggestions about industry standards/form that this newbie appreciated. I will...
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Natalia V.
Thank you so much for the sweet review! I look forward to connecting again!
Elizabeth P.

Elizabeth P.

Mar, 2024

I am overall happy with Natalia's feedback on my rough draft. I felt that she truly took the time to ask all the right questions in terms of what part of my story needed more clarification. I'm glad she pointed something out that I myself was questioning in my story and was confirmed that I need to fix that. I am extremely grateful for Natalia!
Natalia V.
Thank you so much for trusting me with your story at this earlier stage. I know that you are going to take it to the next level and can't wait to see where you take it!

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