Overview

I'm a developmental editor, copyeditor and proofreader with nearly 10 years' experience in non-fiction editing, especially lifestyle, nutrition, personal development and cookery.

My main interests are food, wellness, psychology, relationships, personal development and fitness. I am a nutritional therapist as well as an editor, which means that I have extensive knowledge of many subjects related to health and lifestyle. I have found this to be incredibly useful when editing!

I love working with first-time authors and making sure that your manuscript is the best it can be. I can help you through the publishing process and prepare your manuscript for self-publishing. I can also help you with your book proposal and query letter if you want to go down the traditional publishing route.

I give detailed but sensitive and encouraging edits. I'm incredibly passionate about what I do and I can't wait to work with you!

Services

Developmental Editing

Copy Editing

Editorial Assessment

Proofreading

Query Letter Review

Non-Fiction

Cooking, Food, Wine, & Spirits Health & Wellbeing Home & Garden New Age Parenting & Families Psychology Self-Help & Self-Improvement Sex & Relationships

Languages

English (UK) English (US)

Certifications

diploma in Naturopathic Nutrition

Work experience

Senior Editor

Octopus/Hachette

Jan, 2019 — Oct, 2019 (9 months)

Editor

Self-employed

Sep, 2017 — Present

Editorial Manager

Penguin Random House

Jan, 2014 — Sep, 2017 (over 3 years)

Portfolio

How to Grow Your Family: From pregnancy to new parents - one meal at a time

Shaw, Adam

The Plant-Based Diet Revolution: 28 days to a happier gut and a healthier you

Desmond, Alan

2 Weeks to Feeling Great: Because, seriously, who has the time? – THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER

Peacock, Gabriela

5-Minute Magic for Modern Wiccans: Rapid rituals, efficient enchantments, and swift spells

Cerridwen Greenleaf

5-Minute Magic for Modern Wiccans is the essential spell book for busy witches, with spells and practical magic for prosperity, romance, healing, and more.Are you looking for a quick spell to spark your creativity? Or maybe one to quell your anxiety? Do you kn... read more

Danielle Collins' Face Yoga: Firming facial exercises & inspiring tips to glow, inside and out

Danielle Collins

Have you ever thought why every workout you have ever done stopped at the neck? Or wondered why traditional yoga calms the mind, tones the body but forgets the face? Are you looking for a natural way to look and feel younger and healthier? Danielle Collins, TV... read more

How To Break Up With Fast Fashion: A guilt-free guide to changing the way you shop – for good

Lauren Bravo

'A funny, achievable guide' Observer 'Lauren Bravo is one of my favourite writers' Dolly Alderton'Bravo will inspire you to repair, recycle and give old items a new lease of life' StylistYou probably know the statistics: global clothing production has roughly ... read more

Man vs. Toddler: The Trials and Triumphs of Toddlerdom

Matt Coyne

More inept, more clueless and more exhausted than ever, the man behind the blogging phenomenon Man vs Baby is back with the latest instalment in his (and his son Charlie's) journey through the chaos and comedy of parenting In the follow-up to the critically ac... read more

Meat-Free One Pound Meals: 80 delicious vegetarian recipes all for £1 per person

Miguel Barclay

Delicious Food For Less. Minimum fuss, maximum flavour, completely vegetarian and all for £1 per person. Bestselling author Miguel Barclay shot to fame as 'The One Pound Chef', delivering easy recipes that really work, at prices everyone can afford. His goal i... read more

How to Live Plastic Free: a day in the life of a plastic detox

Luca Bonaccorsi

Thank you for choosing this book - it shows that you care about the future of our planet.Whether you decide to go plastic free for an hour, a day or a year, this book will equip you with little steps we can each take to make a big difference.Let's turn the tid... read more

Prajña: Ayurvedic Rituals For Happiness

Mira Manek

Prajña is the Sanskrit word for wisdom. Ayurveda is one of the world's oldest healing systems, rooted in the principle of a mind-body-spirit connection. Ayurveda comes from the Sanskrit words 'ayur' and 'veda', respectively 'life' and 'knowledge', meaning 'kno... read more

The Sensory Herbal Handbook: Connect with the Medicinal Power of Your Local Plants

Fiona Heckels

The charismatic Seed Sistas distill over 20 years of clinical and teaching experience into an easy-to-use comprehensive system of herbal medicine. This book empowers readers to take charge of their own wellbeing by reconnecting them with their local plants, an... read more

The Sustainable Diet

Scott Gooding

A practical guide to a healthy planet and a healthy YOU.The latest research indicates that it is possible to be healthy and eat in a way that is environmentally friendly. A sustainable diet is naturally low in carbs and high in nutrient-dense foods that are fa... read more

The Whitlock Workout

Max Whitlock

The UK's most successful male gymnast, Max Whitlock, has always done things a bit differently. Whilst other sportsmen and women spend hours and hours in the gym, he has always focused on his core strength, employing workouts that are simple and easy to follow.... read more

Written in the Stars: Discover the language of the stars and help your life shine

Debbie Frank

5-Minute Magic for Modern Wiccans: Rapid rituals, efficient enchantments, and swift spells

Cerridwen Greenleaf

The Little Book of Self-Care for New Mums

Beccy Hands

The Line: Where Medicine and Sport Collide

Dr Richard Freeman

Ottoman Odyssey: Travels through a Lost Empire

Alev Scott

How to Live Plastic Free: a day in the life of a plastic detox

Luca Bonaccorsi

Va Va Voom: The 10-Day Energy Diet that will stop you feeling Tired All The Time

Jackie Lynch

The Clear Skin Cookbook: The vital vitamins and magic minerals you need for smooth, blemish-free, younger-looking skin (Medicinal Chef)

Dale Pinnock

The Finnish Way: Finding Courage, Wellness, and Happiness Through the Power of Sisu

Katja Pantzar

Eat Shop Save: Recipes & mealplanners to help you EAT healthier, SHOP smarter and SAVE serious money at the same time

Dale Pinnock

The 10-Day Plan to Nourish & Glow: Lose weight, feel great, and transform your relationship with food

Amelia Freer

The much-anticipated new book from bestselling author and nutritional therapist Amelia Freer, that will help you transform your relationship with food, for life.In Amelia Freer's most comprehensive book yet, she shares the practices she has developed and refin... read more

Sophie has 15 reviews

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Jill J.

Apr, 2024

As a first-time author, I had no idea what to expect from this process. Also writing a non-fiction book for a niche market had me a little concerned about a good fit. Sophie was great. She polished everything up and made some great suggestions regarding moving some content around for more clarity. Everything was delivered on time. Highly recommend!

Francis Y.

Jan, 2024

Sophie is a consumate professional and i would highly recommend her services. She was a fantastic help with the final stages of my book, and I really valued her insights and dilliegence. Her subject matter expertise was also highly appreciated.

Janett J.

Aug, 2023

Working with Sophie was an amazing experience. She exceeded my expectations. Sophie was super thorough and I am beyond grateful for her work! I highly recommend her!

Jodi V.

Aug, 2023

In the beginning of this year, I accepted an offer for Sophie Elletson of Reedsy.com to provide copyediting services for my manuscript. I chose Sophie because of her extensive professional experience, knowledge of the publishing industry, and genre familiarity. With Sophie specializing in nutrition, personal development, health and lifestyle and being a registered nutritionist, the fit was perf...

Rei G.

Sep, 2022

Sophie was very pleasant and professional. She made useful suggestions that improved the flow of my book. She was also flexible with my timeline. I would recommend her to those writing a self help book.

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Sophie Elletson – Editor

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Sophie Elletson – Editor

Overview

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Non-Fiction

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Certifications

Work experience

Portfolio

Sophie has 15 reviews

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Jodi V.

Rei G.

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