Nora Martinez

Nora Martinez – Editor

Meticulous copy and developmental editor of nonfiction, equipped with diverse industry experience and a masters in Publishing.

Overview

Are you looking for a close eye and sensitive hand to polish your manuscript? I may be a great fit for your needs, as I have served authors of anthropology, history, sociology, political science, and other disciplines in the humanities and social sciences for several years with meticulousness, enthusiasm, and respect. I use my disciplinary knowledge to provide editorial services to international authors and academics. Equipped with a deep love of learning and several years of industry experience, I have provided editorial services to leading scholars at R1 institutions since 2021. I earned a graduate degree in Publishing from the University of Exeter, and have proven in my young career to be meticulous, efficient, and learned.

My goal as an editor is to demystify the publishing and manuscript submission process for you, as well as gently guide your work into its final, masterful form. Preserving my authors' voices is equally as important to me as using my editorial tools to strengthen and brighten the clarity and content of their work. Many of my authors have since become repeat clients and great friends, all of whom I look up to and continue to learn from!

I also provide proofreading services, as this falls within my expertise as well.

I am available for projects and am looking forward to making new connections. Please reach out and I would be delighted to work with you.

Services
Non-Fiction
History Political Science & Current Affairs Sociology
Languages
English (UK) English (US)
Certifications
  • MA Publishing

Work experience

W. W. Norton & Company, Inc.

Dec, 2022 — Present
I work across Norton College teams (project editorial, media editorial, production) to problem solve and meet project goals/deadlines for a variety of world class textbooks. I keep multiple titles (print and digital) on schedule throughout the year while also copyediting and proofreading manuscript, marketing, and media copy. To keep projects on track, I assign freelance copyeditors, proofreaders, and indexers that can meet my high-quality standards. My favorite part of this role is when I am able to work directly with authors, where I can assure them that their hard work is being handled with care and expertise.

Self-employed

May, 2021 — Present
I apply disciplinary knowledge to editorial services for nonfiction and scholarly book projects across the humanities, social sciences, and environmental sciences. My services range from light copyediting to deep developmental editing. I use a close eye and style sheets/author guides provided by publishers to polish manuscripts. Maintaining authors' voices and subject matter authority is important to me, and this value is the foci of my editorial ethos.

Portfolio

Developmental Editing Copy Editing Editorial Assessment
Developmental Editing Copy Editing Editorial Assessment
Proofreading
Treasure Island: Runaway Gold

Rhodes, Jewell Parker

Quill Tree Books

Proofreading
Indexing
Developmental Editing Copy Editing Editorial Assessment Indexing
Children Crossing Borders: Latin American Migrant Childhoods

Josiowicz, Alejandra J

University of Arizona Press

Developmental Editing Copy Editing

Nora has 2 reviews

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Doles J.

Doles J.

Aug, 2026

It was such a delight to work with Nora. She has a great sense of professionalism, patience, and kindness. I look forward to another opportunity to work with her. I strongly recommend Nora. Kindly, Doles
Nora M.
Thank you, Doles! Likewise: you are a wonderful collaborator. I look forward to continuing to work with you!
Luna S.

Luna S.

May, 2026

Nora is a precise and engaged editor who combines attention to detail with a genuine interest in the subject matter. The collaboration was both productive and enjoyable, her proactive approach and responsiveness to feedback made the process smooth. A reliable professional. Looking forward to work...
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Nora M.
Thank you for your kind words, Luna. I equally enjoyed working with you and look forward to doing so again, too!

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