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Surface, Karalee
Part-time academic and avid reader of many genres. My formal editing experience spans multiple academic disciplines, but I have broadened my focus and my training to include fiction works as well.

Diamond, Shifra
Copyediting and line editing for scholarly nonfiction in humanities, cultural studies, and critical theory

Duncan, Megan

Hughes, Jill R.
I offer 24 years of experience in helping authors to publish better books by providing editing expertise and being the readers' advocate while maintaining the author's voice.

Long, Denise
Experienced Professional Editor and Writer

Mackin, Mary Lou
editorial, project management, editing, proofreading, business writing, business communication, leadership, education, literacy

Warren, Erica
I help indie fantasy authors polish their work so they can tell their stories with confidence.

Allbrandt, Melissa Leora

Liebmann-Smith, Joan
Joan Liebmann-Smith, Ph.D. is an award-winning medical writer, editor, book author, and sociologist. She has been a developmental editor for physicians, nurses and psychologists, among others.

Ali, Hajira
Skilled Editor and Proofreader. Adept at collaborating with authors to edit writing into captivating and elegant works, while retaining the author's voice.

Dino, William C
A family owned business since 2011. We are members of the ACES, EFA, and hold an A+ rating with the BBB. We use two editors on every job and offer you free sample edits of your document.

Curry, Lynne
Experienced copyeditor. Nonfiction and fiction genres. Collaborates closely with authors. Meticulous attention to details. Ghostwriting of memoirs. Eager to partner with you!

Kennedy, Steven Bruce
Editors are professional outsiders. We know that nobody really likes to be corrected, although most people are willing to listen if you show them that you can help them do their jobs better.

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.

Suzuki, Yui
Yui Suzuki, PhD, is a former university professor offering developmental editing services for academic authors specializing in the arts and humanities.

Purdy, Julia
Laughinottereditorial will be your friendly coach and beta reader to answer questions, walk you through dilemmas and help you gain mastery by utilizing tips and approaches honed by experience.

Beauchamp, Michelle
I specialize in working with clients for whom English is not their first language, and have a strong background in editing academic work such as dissertations and papers for publication.

Perkinz, Tiffany
Experienced developmental and copy editor of fiction and literary non-fiction. My favorite genres to read and edit are contemporary fiction, historical fiction, and psychological thrillers.

Rada, James
An award-winning freelance writer who can help you with all aspects of book publishing & promotion.

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

Keer, Gur
Academic librarian with extensive experience in scholarly research and publishing.

Akins, Claude
Beginning freelance editor specializing in academic publishing, grant proposals, and literary fiction.

Hultgren, Kellie M.
Precision. Clarity. Craft. Drawing on 10 years of in-house work and more than a decade as a freelancer, Kellie M. Hultgren delivers developmental, copy, and project editing for publishers and writers.

Graubard, Allan
Expert professional editor for scholarly, academic, professional and trade authors -- acrss the sciences (physical and social), humanities, arts, and literature.

Wolf, Cynthia
Editor/Publicist/Copywriter

Taché, Nicole
Experienced publishing professional specializing in developmental, substantive, and copy editing of non-fiction, educational, and technical content.

Margolis, Robert Gardner

Meares, Charlotte E
Certified editor, collaborative writer, ghostwriter, and researcher, specializing in transformational nonfiction, arts, culture, memoir, and biography. Writing with you or for you.

Koke, Sydney

Kattenfeld, Nancy
Writer's Digest Certified Copyeditor and Multi-Published Author

Larsen, Susan Higman
Experienced editor for the arts and humanities

Bell, Jillian
Genre, Gaming, Developmental, Structural, Copy editing services for AWESOME PEOPLE.

Whitteker, Danae
Experienced line editor, proofreader - novels, dissertations, and everything in between!

Wu, Isabella
Let me illuminate your ideas and make your writing shine with my efficient and reliable copy editing, developmental editing, book coaching, proofreading and ghostwriting services.

Lukatch, Miranda
Rely on me for constructive criticism that honors your unique vision and voice. I have the experience, training, and testimonials you can trust. See if we’re a good fit with a sample edit.

Edouard, Joelle

Chastain-Gross, Ryan
Ryan Chastain-Gross, Ph.D., English Editing for Scientists and Clinicians
Specialties: Academic, Medical, Technical, Work with Authors Who Speak/Write English as an Additional Language

Craig, Candace R.
A published author offering line and developmental editing services for scholarly monographs (and dissertations) and creative writing. I specialize in education and humanities disciplines.

Bouzari, Louise
I love helping first-time authors and self-publishers! Copyediting, line editing, proofreading, indexing, fact-checking, research support, ghostwriting, manuscript evaluation, and author coaching.

Rose, Victoria
One of my favorite aspects of being an Editor is the variety: like going for a run to clear your head, switching between projects provides clarity to view manuscripts from new perspectives.

Bower, Patricia J
I specialize in editing books and journals for university presses and other publishers. I also work with authors to prepare manuscripts for publication with publishers or self-publishing.

Dragga, Amy
Experienced nonfiction copyeditor and developmental editor; experienced grant writer.

Dent, Laura
Developmental Editor | Line Editor | Copy Editor | Proofreader

Gardner, Jane Parks
Published author of 35 nonfiction and fiction titles for K-12 and adult audiences looking for that next great opportunity.

HARRISON, JON W
Published author, ghostwriter, and editor with extensive experience.

Kirk, Katherine
I offer copy-editing, proofreading and developmental editing for fiction aimed at adults, especially literary fiction and science fiction.

Pook, Dr. Olson
Helping smart, creative minds find the clearest way to express the complexity of what they're thinking. Over 20 years of assisting scholars, writers, and organizations achieve their writing goals.

Locken, Tracy
Full-time freelance editor | Empowering authors to freely create
Encouraging, open-minded editor offering copyediting, line editing, developmental editing, proofreading, and manuscript evaluations.

Dovalina, Hanna

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

Anderson, Mary

Platten, Terese B
Science, technology, and engineering, including the social and behavioral sciences: quality substantive and copy editing

Rosen, Adam
Nonfiction editor with many years of in-house experience. Friendly, not stuffy. I can help you be your best (writing) self.

Marsella, Gail
Developmental / Substantive / Line Editing for Academia and Academics

Schurr, Kerstin (Kerrie) T.

Ozaroff, Pam
Accomplished editor specializing in art, art history, art conservation, and history. Thorough knowledge of grammar, usage, and style. Adept at styling and correcting scholarly citations.

Koerbel, Nancy

Hodges Urey, Laureen
Children's literature; creative nonfiction; poetry; historical fiction; book design; layout; developmental editing; line editing; copyediting; proofreading; project management; self-publishing

Sonnet, PhD, Marie
I am a scholar-practitioner who offers developmental editing at project rates to mid-career graduate students writing theses and dissertations that meet academic requirements and tight deadlines.

Wolf, Christine
I empower women who write to change the world

Duquette, Elizabeth
I am an editor, published author, and PhD who sometimes still enthuses about nineteenth-century US literature.

Saxton, Melanie

Raphael, Lilka Finley
Proofreader, Copy Editor, and Ghostwriter. Best suited for Romance, Fiction, Speculative Fiction, Health and Wellness,
Self-help, Educational, and Inspirational projects

Schlechter, Brittney
Formally trained and detail-oriented developmental, line, copyeditor, and writing coach for quirky writers with a passion for finding and using their voice

Kruse, Amanda Christine
An experienced editor and avid ghost writer skilled at honing persuasive, engaging language, I am a capable storyteller adept in written and verbal communication.

Flaherty, Patricia
Developmental Editor, Sensitivity/Authenticity Reader, Writer

Federle, Jessica
What are you writing? I'm here to help. For over 10 years, I've proofread and edited fiction and nonfiction (technical and academic) writing for authors from all over the world, including ESL authors.

Doty, Andrew
Editorial expert and strategic project manager with a diverse portfolio.

O'Connell, Caryn
Academic editor in the social sciences and humanities. Manuscript evaluation, developmental editing, line editing, writing coaching. Books, articles, dissertations, proposals, talks.

Thomsen, Natasha
Wisdom usually appears when you don't see it coming.

Skorczeski, Laura
Skilled and friendly grammar enthusiast with over ten years of experience editing a wide range of nonfiction subjects for a diverse clientele.

Carlson, Stacy
Stacy Carlson is an award-winning novelist who offers a full spectrum of editing services with a particular focus on fiction, memoir and general nonfiction. Stacy also offers writing services.

Hower, Barbara

Hulse, Corrie
I am a freelance editor and writer with a focus in non-profit and international human rights work.

Plumm, Gabi
I am passionate about good grammar, punctuation and sentence construction. New authors are in safe hands with me, as I coach and can ghost write when needed.

Glasner, Lynne

Hoosier, Regina

Rocha, Deborah S.
Deborah Rocha, MS, is a detail-focused editor specializing in the sciences, informatics, mathematics, and related fields for journal publications, book chapters, and competitive grant proposals.

Belasco, Elizabeth Mathison
Certified professional ghostwriter, writing coach, dissertation coach, academic editor.

Loveless, Tyler
“Tyler is one of the most gifted and tireless researchers I’ve had the privilege to work alongside.”
— Evelyn M. Duffy, Open Boat Editing

Ribeiro, Laura Katarina

Giles, Sarah
Writer and editor, specialising in work with charities and Christian publishers for 20+ years.
"100% reliable and a true pleasure to work with ... I wholeheartedly recommend her." ✅

Schrock, Aure
Experienced writing coach and editor of academic journal articles, book manuscripts, book proposals, and white papers.

Gannon, Dorothy
Editing tailored to your needs. I work with indie authors, scholars, academics, businesses, and nonprofits to improve their writing and bring clarity and flow to their message. How can I help you?

Salvia, Vanessa
Magazine editor, trade journal editor, SEO, content creation, editing, writing, proofreading, ghostwriting. Experienced and fast.

Ditmore, Tammy
With decades of experience as a nonfiction editor, I offer coaching, editing, and proofreading to authors, publishers, businesses, and organizations. Blogs to books; memoirs to monographs.

Cisco, Kyle Joseph
Story Grid Certified Editor, the Supernatural Horror, Epic Fantasy, and Military Sci-Fi specialist. Book a free 30min consultation so we can chat about your manuscript and editing needs.

Hunt, Samantha
Editor & Designer

Porter, Rachel

Riess, Jana
Editor with a PhD specializing in history, religion, social science, memoir, spirituality, and popular culture.

Balsdon Henderson, Julie
BELS-certified editor with 20+ years' experience copy editing science and medical scholarly journals, college textbooks, and technical documents. Accurate, consistent, adaptable, quick turnaround.

Sherman, Patrice Campbell
Freelance writer and published children's author specializing in nonfiction.

Gottfried, PhD, Gail
Psychology professor with 30+ years editorial expertise in APA style. I develop, write, and copyedit articles, proposals, and books for professionals and publishers in the social sciences.

Dabkowski, Brendan
I am a seasoned editor, writer, journalist, copywriter, copyeditor, writing coach, content producer, storyteller, and poet. Ultimately, I love language and can help you put yours to a purpose.

Bauch, Amanda C.
Writer & editor with twenty years of diverse experience eager to provide unparalleled support for authors dreaming of sharing their ideas and stories with the world.

Hale, George

Peveto, Jacqueline
Thoughtful, in-depth editing for picture books through YA and adult sci-fi and fantasy.

Rose, John
Writer, editor, and indexer with education in music, literature, and Russian. Over a decade of experience editing for PR firms, book publishers (academic and trade), and authors.

Sedlacek, Anna GB
Developmental editor for persuasive writing, argument structure, and logical consistency, with special expertise in psychology, evolutionary theory, and philosophy of science.

Moore, Jonathan
Providing reliable copyediting and proofreading since 2009 in the area of Economics. Specialize in non-native English authors of academic papers, books, and dissertations.

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