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Braziel, Lacey
Romance fiction editor

Todd, Heather R

Mayfield, Darina
Gerry Dean Editorial offers editing services to a wide variety of customers looking to publish, submit, or distribute written work in print, online, or digitally. Visit GerryDeanEditorial.com.

Sullivan-Tarazi, Odile
MS evaluation, developmental editing, line editing, coaching.
Expository and narrative nonfiction. Short and flash fiction.

Rash, Shirley

Peveto, Ariane
I help writers take off! Specializing in all kid lit (picture books through YA) and adult sci-fi and fantasy.

Boyer, Monica

Turner, Amy

Deponte, Gabriella
. . . because what you write has to be right . . .

Frank, Elizabeth
I help nonfiction and academic writers express their ideas powerfully through writing coaching, developmental editing and copyediting. I work collaboratively, offering patient, constructive feedback.

Miller, Brenda S.
I have the experience and nerdy passion to take your academic article, novel, children's book, poem, newsletter, or any other writing to the level it needs to be for publication.

Howden, Brian

Halun, Rosemary Ann

Taylor, Kathryn

Nichols, Quinn

Forester, MaryAnn
I provide developmental editing, copyediting, proofreading and beta reading of manuscripts in the genres of mystery, thriller, romance, gardening, and cooking.

Freeman, Cynthia
Academic journal publishing in the physical sciences for over 20 years in equation-rich documents in Word, LaTeX, or hard copy, also magazines, books, business docs, theses, and congressional reports.

Vandenberg, Jami

Emily, Kathryn Nelson
Creating clear and precise documents for the pharmaceutical industry
Helping clinicians and researchers communicate their work clearly and precisely

Stephens, L Dene't

Spiering, Martin J
Experienced writer and editor in the life sciences, specializing in writing/editing scientific manuscripts, abstracts, research primers/summaries, and blog posts in a broad range of biomedical fields.

Sutphen, MD MEd, Sussan K.
Writing. Editing. Service.

Obi Tulton, Adaobi
I am an experienced freelance editor offering services in developmental editing, copyediting, proofreading, evaluating manuscripts, and project management.

Hadley-Miller, Patricia G
Twenty-five-plus years freelance experience in copy editing and proofreading.

O'Ryan, Jen

Slominski, Tes

Strosnider, Ashley
Writer and editor. MFA. 10+ years experience spanning traditional in-house & indie. Specializing in fiction. Dedicated to supportive critique, empathetic editing, and the creative exchange of ideas.

Herold D'Lima, Jennia
One goal, one passion-helping you get the most out of the editing process.

Luthin, Abby

Snyder, D. P.
Writer, editor, literary translator (Spanish), curriculum and test prep writer. Specialties: Fiction, language curriculum, Hispanic culture. A cheery creative.

Halaby, Barbie
Monocle Editing: My Keen Eye for Your Best Words

Young, Jennifer
I’ve got an eagle eye for details. Fiction and non-fiction, especially romance. I love working with independent and self-published authors.

Insta @mudlarkcreative

Schwartz, Jane

Shull, Katie

Mattison, Mark
Mark "SNapper" Mattison
Author, editor, Pursuing Indie publishing

Burns, Alan
Editing for submission to scientific journals on materials science, solid state physics, laser spectroscopy, microscopy, scanning probes

Breslin, Linda
Copy editor and proofreader of nonfiction and academic manuscripts

Foster, Jennifer D.
Looking for a seasoned editor, writer and mentor, specializing in book and custom publishing, marketing and communications, magazines and web content? You've found her, and my company is Planet Word.

Letzelter-Smith, Peter
Savvy editor and writer specializing in academic, professional, and general interest projects in the social sciences and a wide range of business content. Call me a wee cog in the global gig economy.

Martinka, Brooke
Words can be hard, but that's why I'm here! You get it written, and let me worry about the details.
Line editor, copy editor, and proofreader

Tenz, Courtney
After years of editing culture and arts stories in Germany, I now specialize in developmental and line editing of long-form stories, novels, and memoirs.

Goode, Brooke
A lifelong lover of books and words, a meticulous eye for detail, a keen ear for the rhythm of language, and 30 years' editing experience. Have lived and worked in US, UK, Australia, and Africa.

Malone, Carolyn

Paul, Rachel
Seasoned publishing professional with extensive copyediting, proofreading, design, composition, copywriting, indexing, and project management experience in a wide variety of styles and disciplines.

Reddigari, Manasa
I’ve been shaping content experiences for over 15 years. If you need a reliable and dedicated copy editor, proofreader or fact-checker to iron out the kinks in your communications, let me help you.

Baker, Lyn

LaVergne, Clare

Binder, Connie D.
Indexer experienced with scholarly, trade, and children's books. Quality service, competitive rates, positive attitude.

van Uden, Marissa
Thoughtful developmental and line editing by an experienced editor. Credits incl. Amazon #1 bestsellers and award winners. Specializing in dark SF/F, Weird fiction, horror, and nature.

Paullet, Moniqa
Senior Editor | Accessible Document Specialist

Haff, Valerie
I am a seasoned editor with over two decades of experience and a sharp eye for accuracy and clarity. I specialize in education, assessment, research, technology, training, and marketing content.

MacAulay, Rachel L
Proficient in AP and CMoS. Experienced with social media management and engagement; familiar with WordPress and basic HTML coding. Recent experience includes: finance, investment, sports, fiction

Greenberg, Anne
I'm a children's book editor, nonfiction book proposal doctor, and copy editor with experience in several major publishing houses.

Allman, Jean

Harger, Elizabeth

Greenberg, Alyssa
I offer manuscript critiques and proofreading in the fantasy/romance genre.

Storm, Rees
You want to write your very best. I want to help. My specialty is editing academic papers written by multilingual speakers. I also love working on a wide variety of projects.

Greer, Pamela
I help authors fine-tune their manuscripts through copy editing, so that they’re polished, error-free, and ready for publishing.

Kwitkin, Michelle
Freelance copyediting and proofreading for Jewish books, with expertise in liturgy, classical texts (Bible and Rabbinics), and Hebrew language.

Donovan, Fred

Barfield, Laura

Carrick, Bridget
Will help make your next project stand out. I'm a nonfiction copyeditor, proofreader, and book designer. Let's chat about your work.

Jorgenson, Signe
Professional editing and resume writing for individuals, businesses, publishers, and academics.

Tabatsky, David
Out of the box writer, a patient and supportive editor, with a creative mind and a good communicator.
What more can you ask for?

Liffmann, Chad

Weiner, Marcella Fecteau
Efficient and precise copyeditor, developmental editor, and fact-checker. Edits nonfiction books, assessment tools, curricula, journal and magazine articles, manuals, and resource books for teachers.

Dolbear, Emily
Experienced editor of nonfiction for young people and adults | School and library | Trade

Pharand, Michel W.

Schweickhardt, Susanna
Responsible for editing, proofreading, and maintaining quality documents in educational, government, corporate, and nonprofit settings, ensuring copy appropriate for the applicable audience.

Kasten, Barbara
Developmental and line editor, proofreader, published novelist and freelance journalist

Berg Scherer, Rachel
Writer and editor: textbooks and classroom curricula
Teacher: individual and corporate writing courses and workshops

Nichols, Alexa

Dotson, Jennica
Developmental editor, copy editor, and proofreader with a friendly and collaborative style. Let's work together to make your story the best it can be!

Flynn, Elizabeth
Editor with forty-some years of editing experience, specializing in genre fiction and financial nonfiction. My clients come to me because they know I polish their work to be the gems they can be.

Pearson, Kari Hilder

Asheeke, Jacqueline W
(jackiewilsonasheeke.com) Jackie is a skilled and affordable freelance editor (copy and developmental) experienced in AP, CMS, adobe, and Google Docs who proofreads and loves fiction and biographies.

Eccles, Journey

Lopez, Jennifer
Write dirty. Edit dirtier. Need an editor who won’t blush at your colorful language and who’s comfortable enough to tell you when the wrong word turns your sex scene into slapstick comedy? That’s me!

Zoller, Stacey
I love working with words, and I love helping people. If you could use a partner or teammate to help prepare your publications for the world, let's talk!

Earl, Marissa
Marissa is a proofreader specializing in Christian and general nonfiction and is dedicated to helping authors communicate clearly through high-quality books and writing.

Slusarev, Fiona

Martin, Christi
Collaborative copyeditor and proofreader for speculative fiction and creative nonfiction authors like you. 📖✍🏼

Olivier, Suzanne
Editorial professional with extensive experience specializing in the sciences. Providing services including developmental editing, diversity review, copyediting, proofreading, and project management.

Waddle, Morgan
Whether you're seeking an overall look, a close up look, or simply need a someone to hold you accountable and brainstorm with, I am here to assist you every step of the way.

Taing, Tiffany
Copyeditor, proofreader, and sensitivity reader with 10 years of experience editing fiction and nonfiction. Specialize in historical fic, contemporary lit, translated works, memoirs, and more.

Ghione, Yvette

Tarver, Miriam W

Duthely-Barbee, Regina

Cartwright, Elizabeth
Embark on a transformative literary journey with me! Specialising in fantasy, horror, and sci-fi, I offer all stages of editing to help your ideas flourish. UK based, but internationally known.

Berger, John Trevor
Specialist in copy, line, and developmental editing of conceptually complex material, working in collaboration with the author to ensure clarity of expression and uniformity in style.

Ciampaglia, Dante Alexander
Veteran editor & strategist with 20 years' experience in media/journalism helping writers—and publications—be better. Creator/operator of the Retronym newsletter, celebrating editing in all its forms.

Ladenheim-Gil, Randy
Randy Ladenheim-Gil edits fiction and nonfiction and works with new and self-published writers as well as more experienced ones.

Volkman, Claudia
Experienced publishing professional specializing in assisting entrepreneurs and speakers to create and polish compelling content

Smith, Sarah
It's hard to kill your darlings. I’m here to help with that, to be your objective eye, and to show you where you can improve your already beautiful work.

Ortiz, Amanda M.
General Proofreader, Copyeditor, and Transcript Proofreader

Eidson, Pam
Upending the patriarchy through copyediting

Moran, PhD, James Martin
COPYEDITOR | GRAMMAR GEEK | ACADEMIC | BOOKWORM

Peterson, Elsa
More than 20 years of experience in copyright & permissions, developmental editing, co-writing in psychology & social sciences, arts & humanities, and business topics.

Zybeck, Kathryn

Mitchell, Louise A.
I have over 20 years experience copy editing and proof reading theology and bioethics journal articles and books using the CMOS. I also have experience with APA and MLA.

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