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 9+ 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 — Jan, 2023 (over 8 years)

Portfolio

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

Kudler, David

Stillpoint/Atalanta

Copy Editing
The Family Quilt

Swearengen, Kori

Copy Editing Proofreading
In Pursuit of Playfulness

Ruby Lal

Proofreading
Molly's Mittens

Merkel, Emily

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

Motrescu-Mayes, Annamaria

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

Sumner, Danise Batista

Developmental Editing Copy 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 49 reviews

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Jestina S.

Jestina S.

Oct, 2024

great
Catrina S.

Catrina S.

Oct, 2024

I appreciated the feedback I received. She gave me idea's I wouldn't have thought of on how to improve on my story. She has continued to check up on the progress of the publication of my story, and I feel that she genuinely cares about my book. I am very pleased with the services she provided and will use her for any future stories I may write.
Sergey N.

Sergey N.

Oct, 2024

A very good and humble editor
Alondra C.

Alondra C.

Sep, 2024

Excellent, transparent, and timely communicator, had thoughtful feedback and dialogue throughout the process. She was lovely to work with as she highlighted where I may be biased as a writer to the detriment of my reader.
Jessica M.

Jessica M.

Sep, 2024

its a good start. im not sure exactly where im going, but this was a perfect starting point. I learned and did so much growth from here! literally first even iota of a book for me- and it was loads of learning experience .. not even half a mile in and I've met some great wonderful people who are just very creative, knowledgable etc . thanks so much .. the process makes the art haha we are all j...
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