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
Copy Editing Proofreading
Teddy's World

Graziano, Anthony

Guernica Editions

Copy Editing
Made with Reedsy
That Such Men Lived: A World War II Novel

Saye, Bryan

Sayebr Publishing

Copy Editing
Made with Reedsy
Finding Grace and Ellie

Locke, Ken A

Chimenea Press

Developmental Editing Copy Editing Proofreading
Rhapsody in a Circle

Fick, Marlon

Guernica Editions

Copy Editing
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

Scott has 4 reviews

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Tamsyn M.

Tamsyn M.

Sep, 2025

Working with Scott has been an absolute privilege. His professionalism, meticulous attention to detail, and genuine care for my book went far beyond what I expected. He has the rare ability to not only polish words but also nurture the heart of the work, making it shine even brighter. I felt li...
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Bryan S.

Bryan S.

Aug, 2025

I worked with Scott since my previous editor was busy. I was hesitant at first, because I’ve done five previous books with my other editor. I wasn’t sure to expect. I was very happy with his work. Since my book was military fiction, I was happy to see him take the extra time to make sure units ...
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Ken L.

Ken L.

Aug, 2025

Scott Walker is an amazing editor! He and I agreed on a hybrid editing contract - basically start to finish - for my novel. He provided me with comprehensive, professional, thoughtful, and critical insight, edits, and suggestions to my book at every step of our editing collaboration. I was lucky ...
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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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