Scott Walker

Scott Walker – Editor

I'm an editor with twenty years’ experience, and I'm passionate about helping writers refine and polish their work for publication.

Overview

Editing a book is a collaborative effort, and I work sensitively with writers to help make their manuscripts the best they can be. I know how hard it is to write a book because I've had one published, and I believe every author deserves conscientious, skillful editing that respects their voice and style.


As a freelancer for Toronto-based Guernica Editions, I line edit and copy edit fiction manuscripts ranging from debut novels by novice writers to books by authors with decades of experience and dozens of publications. I have a sharp eye for detail and high proficiency in scrutinizing language, grammar, and consistency of plot and character.


Services
Fiction
Action & Adventure Coming of Age Contemporary Fiction Historical Fiction Literary Fiction
Languages
English (UK) English (US)

Work experience

Guernica Editions, Toronto

Aug, 2018 — Present
Line edit, copy edit, and proofread fiction manuscripts for publication.

Jefferson Institute, Washington, DC

Feb, 2020 — Present
Write, copy edit, and proofread publications, project reports, academic papers, and online content.

Bulletin Intelligence, Reston, VA

Nov, 2002 — Oct, 2018 (almost 16 years)
Created, copy edited, and proofread daily news analysis briefings for senior U.S. government officials and political professionals.

Portfolio

Night Comes Down

Richard Aronowitz

Guernica Editions

Copy Editing Proofreading
Sufferance

Palliser, Charles

Copy Editing Editorial Assessment
Rhapsody in a Circle

Fick, Marlon

Guernica Editions

Copy Editing Editorial Assessment Proofreading
Copy Editing Editorial Assessment
Copy Editing Editorial Assessment
Copy Editing Proofreading
Copy Editing Proofreading
Copy Editing Proofreading
Copy Editing Proofreading
Copy Editing Editorial Assessment
Copy Editing Editorial Assessment
Copy Editing Editorial Assessment
Copy Editing Editorial Assessment
Copy Editing Editorial Assessment

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Jane M.

Jane M.

Mar, 2025

It was a pleasure working with Scott, as he proved to be highly professional and dependable. He delivered exactly what he promised, meeting deadlines promptly and providing detailed, thorough edits. His insights were not only accurate but also demonstrated a deep knowledge of his field. It’s clea...
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