Patricia Cone

Patricia Cone – Editor

I'm an experienced editor, proofreader and wordsmith ready to help YOU put the finishing touches on your manuscript.

Overview

I have worked with authors, publishers (both trade and academic), non-profits, and small businesses on a variety of writing and editing projects. I love helping people find their voice through the written word and working collaboratively with authors to develop stories, characters, and compelling content. I can offer developmental assessments and editing as well as copy editing and proofreading.



Services
Non-Fiction
Biographies & Memoirs Children’s Non-Fiction Education & Reference Health & Wellbeing
Fiction
Contemporary Fiction Middle Grade Picture Books Women's Fiction
Languages
English (US)
Certifications
  • Certificate in Manuscript Editing, University of Chicago, School of Continuing Education

Portfolio

Losing Jon: A Teen's Tragic Death, a Police Cover-Up, a Community's Fight for Justice

Parrish, David

Indian Financial Markets: An Insider's Guide to How the Markets Work (Elsevier and IIT Stuart Center for Financial Markets Press)

Shah, Ajay

A Dangerous Remedy: A Sheriff Matt Callahan Mystery

Fee, Russell

Pig and the Shrink

Todd, Pamela

Who You've Got To Kill

Russell O Fiaich

In this riveting thriller, a military trial uncovers a deep-seated political conspiracy. When defense counsel, Marine Captain Charles Slidell, discovers evidence that may bring the conspiracy to light and save his clients' lives, he ignites a conflagration of ... read more
The Blind Faith Hotel

Pamela Todd

When her family falls apart, fourteen-year-old Zoe feels like her whole world is going to pieces. Zoe's mother takes her kids away from their father, a fisherman who ships out to Alaska, and moves them to a run-down farmhouse she's inherited in the Midwest. Zo... read more

Patricia has 33 reviews

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Renee T.

Renee T.

Apr, 2025

Patricia is a professional! Her edits and comments were very helpful. Her suggestions and questions helped me to focus on the essence of my book. Thank you for your encouraging words, they were inspirational.
Cornelia B.

Cornelia B.

Apr, 2025

I am so glad I got the opportunity to work with Patricia on my first book. She provided excellent feedback and was an integral part of the process.
Sharron H.

Sharron H.

Feb, 2025

Patricia C was professional. Although I was expecting an edit misunderstanding her developmental editing skills. My story now reads beautifully and I cant wait to publish.
Jordon H.

Jordon H.

Jan, 2025

Working with Patricia was great. She took to heart the goal of the manuscript, and helped to bring the writing to life. Professional, and great to work with!
Patricia C.
A wonderful and deeply important manuscript. Jordon was delightful to work with— responded quickly to my questions and made adjustments where needed. Bravo!
robert D.

robert D.

Nov, 2024

Patricia took on a difficult assignment and completed it beyond the agreed specifications.
Patricia C.
This is a difficult subject you have set out to explore. Kudos to you as you move forward with your manuscript. Patricia

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