Sugandha Gupta

Sugandha Gupta – Editor

Seasoned editor with a flair for storytelling via dreamy children's books, contemporary and literary narratives, and historical fiction!

Overview

As an experienced editor and storyteller with 10+ years of experience in the publishing industry, I have had the privilege of working with internationally acclaimed authors such as John Stratton Hawley, Patrick Olivelle, Romila Thapar, and Irfan Habib. I have also built and mentored diverse teams of editors.


I am most proud of my collaboration on a children's book series project with singer Ricky Kej for Macmillan Education. Specializing in historical fiction and children's books, I bring a unique perspective and a keen eye for detail to every project.


I strive to provide personalized and constructive feedback that helps authors refine their writing while remaining true to their unique voice and vision. Whether you're a first-time author or a seasoned professional, I will work with you to identify your strengths and weaknesses and provide actionable insights.


Let's work together to make your writing journey a success.

Services
Fiction
Children's Contemporary Fiction Historical Fiction Romance Short Story Young Adult
Non-Fiction
Children’s Non-Fiction Design
Languages
English (CAN) English (UK) English (US)

Work experience

Primus Books

May, 2016 — Jul, 2021 (about 5 years)

Macmillan Education

Jul, 2014 — Dec, 2023 (over 9 years)

Portfolio

Eid Mubarak

Qaderi-Yaver, Rose

Rose F Qaderi

Developmental Editing Copy Editing
Kano: A Kunoichi Tale (Seasons of the Sword Book 3)

Kudler, David

Stillpoint/Atalanta

Copy Editing
The Family Quilt

Swearengen, Kori

Copy Editing Proofreading
Abuelita's American Dream: A Puerto Rican Migrant's Story

Sumner, Danise Batista

Developmental Editing Copy Editing
Visual Histories of South Asia (with a foreword by Christopher Pinney)

Motrescu-Mayes, Annamaria

Copy Editing
Molly's Mittens

Merkel, Emily

Developmental Editing Copy Editing
Ladies, Love Yourself Whole: An Empowering Guide and Self Love Workbook to Promote Healing and Embracing Your Worthiness

Ogunleye, Tinuke

Copy Editing
Hannah Harper Harriet Hugh Would Not Wear the Color Blue: A Hilarious Rhyming Book for Kids

Godines, Christy

Copy Editing Proofreading
My Name Is Alice!

Melnyk, Stephanie

Independently published

Copy Editing Proofreading
No Ratulent In Ratatatuvue: The Keepers of Ratatatuvue

Martin, Femi

Brown Dog Books

Copy Editing
Magical Adventures of Teddy the Bear

Bicknell, Robin Scott

Robin Scott Bicknell

Developmental Editing
ABCs of Women in Medicine: Inspiring Future Healthcare Heroes

Bent, Dr. Melissa A.

Melissa Bent

Developmental Editing
Hats Off to Amelia Grace (The Hat-tastic Tales of Amelia Grace)

Cartier, Deborah

Independently published

Copy Editing Proofreading
Rebellion of the Leaves

Jones, Jason Alan

lulu.com

Copy Editing
Ticket to America

Dubal, Bharat C

Power Publishers

Copy Editing
The Wing Chun Chronicles

Presto, Don

Developmental Editing Copy Editing
A Long way from Hyderabad: Diary of a Young Muslim Woman in 1930s Britain

Begum, Muhammadi

Copy Editing Proofreading
AYO; The Hip-Hop Dancing Dog: A Children's Inspirational Animal Story Book Adventure

Creations, Eunique Devine

Developmental Editing Copy Editing
Autism Through Isabelle's Eyes

Cox, Tammesha

Developmental Editing
The Bear, the Hare, and the Mare

Hutorow, Tiffany

Copy Editing Proofreading
Made with Reedsy
RAINBOW POWER

Jackson, Dr Shan

Developmental Editing Copy Editing Proofreading
CHUPU: THE TREMENDOUS: The Mythological Tale of the First Chuppy in the New Era

Aharon, N.R.

Copy Editing
The Safe Coffin

Chudnow, Alan

Copy Editing Proofreading
Devrani Jethani Ki Kahani or A Story of Two Sisters-in-Law (English and Hindi Edition)

Datt, Pandit Gauri

Copy Editing Proofreading
STUDYING HISTORY (PB)

Copy Editing Proofreading
It Started in Chester

Freeman, Dr. Keonna

Copy Editing Proofreading

Sugandha has 59 reviews

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ADAMA C.

ADAMA C.

Dec, 2024

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Working with her has been an incredible experience. Their keen eye for detail, ability to refine ideas without losing my voice, and constructive feedback truly elevated my manuscript. They consistently met deadlines and maintained open communication throughout the editing process, making it a smo...
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Garrett O.

Garrett O.

Dec, 2024

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Sugandha is an outstanding editor who has been instrumental in my growth as a beginner writer. Her thoughtful feedback and unwavering support elevated my fiction story beyond what I imagined. She provided insightful ideas that added depth and clarity, making the narrative far more impactful.
David K.

David K.

Apr, 2024

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I gave Sugandha a very difficult assignment: a manuscript full of foreign phrases for book 3 of a series (with an idiosyncratic series style sheet) on a very tight deadline. She handled it smoothly, calmly, and very, very well!
Graham W.

Graham W.

Apr, 2025

Sugandha was a pleasure to work with. She suggested several ideas and thoughts to improve the flow and, in some places, the comprehension of my book and explained why. She was happy to jump on a video call to discuss things I was unsure about and that were easier to discuss face to face (rather t...
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Spain W.

Spain W.

Apr, 2025

The project (book) I had needed structure, proofreading guidance, grammar edits, and general story edits for flow and characterization. I feel Sugandha helped and handled all of these on time and in a easy manner. I would definitely use her again in the future, really helped me get my book to it...
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