PEN’s members include copyeditors, writers, proofreaders, indexers, translators, and many other wordsmiths. Find an experienced professional to work on your book manuscript, article, website copy, newsletter, grant proposal, marketing plan, training manual, or other project.
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I am a graduate of the Denver Publishing Institute with 15-plus years of editing experience on more than 200 published books.
Editing Services
Copyediting, Proofreading, Series, Substantive
Other Services
Production
Subjects
Middle school and young adult novels, adult trade novels, and a wide variety of nonfiction topics, including lifestyle, food and cooking, health, Christian and inspirational, self-help, wedding, conservative politics, business and marketing, legal issues, and general interest.
End Products
Fiction and nonfiction books, gift books
Software
Adobe Acrobat Reader, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word
Share your writing pain–The Text Doctor can diagnose and heal your texts! I am a meticulous copyeditor with 30+ years of providing scientific, medical, technical, and non-fiction editing services to a wide range of clients. I focus on improving the language, flow, structure, clarity, and correctness of your texts.
Editing Services
Copyediting, Technical
Subjects
Medical, medicine, science, scientific, technical, healthcare, health care, consumer education, academic, biotechnology, cardiology, medical devices, education, training
End Products
I copyedit books, textbooks, monographs, clinical submissions, medical trial protocols, conference materials, journal articles, proposals and grant applications, medical newsletters, patient and physician materials, research reports, nonfiction books, training materials, training curriculum, PowerPoint presentations, test items, website pages, podcasts, memoirs
Other Services: I am a writing coach, a self-efficacy coach, and an herbalist.
Editing Services
Copyediting, Proofreading
Writing Services
Ghostwriting
Subjects
Alternative Medicines, Herbs, Running, Education, Academic Papers and Research, Teaching, Gardening, Vegan Lifestyle, Travel, Literature, Writing, Trail Running, Animals, Pets, Health and Wellness, Spirituality, Aging, Philosophy, Love, Ethics, Sustainable Lifestyle, and anything else you may desire.
End Products
Theses, dissertations, lesson plans, newsletters, admission letters, nonfictional and fictional books and chapters, blogs, Powerpoint presentations, magazine and journal articles, instruction manuals, technical papers, press releases, pitches and proposals, abstracts, white pages, and case studies.
I have written and edited for Penguin Random House and edited for the United Nations and the China-Britain Business Council; I was an arts journalist in China for 15 years at Time Out Beijing and Shanghai magazines and have written over a thousand articles at home and abroad. Please let me know how we can work together.
Editing Services
Copyediting, Developmental editing, Line editing, Proofreading, Substantive
Writing Services
Books, Copywriting, Ghostwriting, Magazine, Nonfiction, Web
Subjects
Areas of specialization include China, Asia, arts and culture, social sciences, and travel. Am equally comfortable using US or UK English, as well as the Chicago Manual of Style and Associated Press Stylebook.
End Products
Editing: fiction and nonfiction books, website copy, magazine articles, newsletters, marketing materials, bios, profiles, white papers, and policy papers. Writing: nonfiction books, website copy, feature magazine articles, bios, profiles, and marketing materials.
Eagle-eyed proofreader and meticulous editor with more than 25 years of experience. Will edit on screen or on hard copy. Familiar with The Chicago Manual of Style, American Medical Association Manual of Style, American Psychological Association style, and the Associated Press Stylebook and Libel Manual.
Editing Services
Copyediting, Proofreading, Series, Substantive
Writing Services
Nonfiction
Other Services
Editorial project management
Subjects
Medical, sports and leisure, marketing and advertising, education and self-help, young adult fiction and nonfiction, general interest
End Products
Powerpoint presentations; websites; catalogs; business marketing, promotional, and incentive materials; tradeshow materials
Software
Adobe Acrobat Reader, Adobe InDesign, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, QuarkXPress
I’ve been working as a freelance editor since January 2007, and have taught writing at the college and university level for over 15 years. I have a Master of Arts degree in English/Creative Writing and a Bachelor of Science in Corrections with a minor in Psychology. I am also an investigator, a trainer and a Qualified Neutral under Rule 114. I write monthly articles for Connections and College Crossings, and my short stories for middle grade and young adult readers have been published in Learning Through History and by Aria Kalsan. I edit hardcopy documents, and electronic documents using Word’s Track Changes tool. My turn around time always meets the deadline. You can find more information about me and my services at www.rlweditorial.com.
Academic, Fiction, Nonfiction, Technical and instructional
Subjects
I specialize in editing master’s theses, doctoral dissertations, other scholarly publications, and in editing fiction and creative nonfiction for writers planning to self-publish or who plan to seek traditional publication. I edit literary fiction, general fiction, genre fiction (sci/fi fantasy, mysteries, thrillers, and middle grade and young adult books), and creative nonfiction in the areas of education, environment, history, spirituality, child and family development, mental and behavioral health, human resources and conflict resolution.
End Products
Doctoral dissertations, master’s theses, short stories, articles, novels, nonfiction books, manuals, white papers.
Software
Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word
renewable energy, science, finance, education, business, software, some medical
Age Levels
Early elementary, Middle grade, Young adult, New adult, Adult
End Products
industry news, case studies, white papers, technical reports, journal articles, research reports, nonfiction books, training manuals, user guides
Style Manuals
American Chemical Society (ACS), American Psychological Association (APA), Associated Press Stylebook (AP), Chicago Manual of Style (CMOS), Gregg Reference Manual, Modern Language Association (MLA)
Software
Adobe Acrobat Pro, Adobe Acrobat Reader, Google Docs, Google Sheets, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word
Over 30 years experience as a magazine editor, writer, content developer, copyeditor, and proofreader; BA in English (summa cum laude); academic study in literature, theater, and film. Skilled communicator. Terrific work ethic. Respectful feedback with a variety of service levels; quick turnaround at a competitive rate. Free estimates and first-project discount.
Editing Services
Copyediting, Developmental editing, Line editing, Proofreading, Substantive, Technical
Writing Services
Book proposals and query letters, Books, Content marketing, Copywriting, Fiction, Magazine, Newsletter, Nonfiction, Rewriting, Script, Technical and instructional, Web
As a member of PEN, I have one goal for your great writing, and that is to make it even better. I particularly enjoy working with speculative fiction and dissertations.
Editing Services
Copyediting, Developmental editing, Line editing, Proofreading, Substantive
Writing Services
Academic, Book proposals and query letters, Fiction, Nonfiction, Rewriting, Web
Special interests are behavioral and social sciences, philosophy, psychology, self-help and counseling, spirituality, alternative health, women’s issues, food and cooking, science fiction and fantasy
Infant and toddler, Pre-K, Early elementary, Middle grade, Young adult, New adult, Adult
End Products
Dissertations, theses, and scholarly articles in excellent conformity to APA style. Fiction: all types, but especially speculative and SF. Nonfiction: books of all kinds, memoirs, reports, and articles; Web pages; publicity and marketing materials. In other words, a manuscript that you will be proud to submit for publication!
Style Manuals
American Psychological Association (APA), Associated Press Stylebook (AP), Chicago Manual of Style (CMOS), Gregg Reference Manual, Modern Language Association (MLA)
Software
Adobe Acrobat Pro, Adobe Acrobat Reader, Adobe Photoshop, Google Docs, Microsoft Access, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, PerfectIt
I am a copy editor with over a decade of professional experience of editing academic and nonfiction books, chapters, journal articles, and dissertations by native English and international/ESL authors across diverse disciplines. I also have writing (proposal development and grant documentation) and editing experience in the nonprofit sector.
Editing Services
Copyediting, Line editing, Proofreading, Substantive, Technical
International development and nonprofit, natural resource management and environmental studies, anthropology, gender studies, sociology, psychology, health, urban and rural studies, economics, tourism, social work, history, philosophy and many more.
Nonfiction Genres
Academic, Essay, History
Age Levels
Young adult, New adult, Adult
End Products
Articles, books, chapters, theses and dissertations, grant and technical reports, policy briefs, blog articles.
Style Manuals
American Psychological Association (APA), Chicago Manual of Style (CMOS)
Software
Adobe Acrobat Reader, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word
I’m a wordaholic and work with clients to make their finished writing product the best possible. It’s important to me to edit to a client’s desired level—proofreading, copyediting, or line editing. My specialties include spotting discrepancies, updating passive language to active language, finding the right word replacement, and reorganizing sentences and paragraphs to create a more cohesive writing piece. I offer a free, four-page edit so you can see if my editing style meets your project needs. Let’s talk about your upcoming book or project. I’d love to partner with you—your words and ideas, enhanced.
Editing Services
Copyediting, Line editing, Proofreading, Substantive
Writing Services
Business proposals, Magazine, Newsletter, Nonfiction
Fiction books, nonfiction books, e-books and business-related works. (See subjects.) I ask questions for clarity, when needed, and deliver an edited end product that has a strong structure, flow, and logic, as well as correct grammar and punctuation. This results in a polished piece–your words and ideas–enhanced by my attention to detail.
Style Manuals
Associated Press Stylebook (AP), Chicago Manual of Style (CMOS), Gregg Reference Manual
Software
Adobe Acrobat Pro, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word
With years of experience across genres and a professional’s knowledge of the Chicago Manual of Style, I would be honored to help your manuscript on its way to publication.
Editor, writer, publicist. My editing career began in magazines (McCall’s and Woman’s Day) and I spent many years in the fast-paced, deadline-driven world of corporate communications. Current clients include the Minneapolis Institute of Art, Walker Art Center, BoxOffice Media, and the University of Minnesota. I’m well-versed in the Chicago Manual of Style and the Associated Press Stylebook, or I can work with your own in-house style guide. I provide exacting attention to detail and on-time turnaround, while preserving your unique voice. BA in English, Oberlin College. Member: Art Editors Association. See also laurasilver3.contently.com, linkedin.com/in/laurasilver1/, and artedit.org/members-q-t.php.
Editing Services
Copyediting, Developmental editing, Line editing, Proofreading, Substantive
Writing Services
Content marketing, Copywriting, Magazine, Newsletter, Web
Other Services
Publicity and marketing, Style guide creation
Subjects
Generalist with particular expertise in editing and writing on fine art (esp. museum exhibition catalogues), performing arts, entertainment, music, craft, home design, health care/medicine, food (cooking and dining), photography, and travel.
Fiction Genres
Historical, Mystery
Nonfiction Genres
Cookbooks, History
Age Levels
Adult
End Products
Fiction and nonfiction books, museum exhibition catalogues and display materials, cookbooks, magazine articles, newsletters, brochures, annual reports, memoirs/creative nonfiction, websites, teachers’ materials, advertising and marketing materials, manuals, and directories.
Style Manuals
Associated Press Stylebook (AP), Chicago Manual of Style (CMOS)
Software
Adobe Acrobat Reader, Google Docs, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word
More than twelve years’ experience in book publishing as a developmental editor, currently working as a freelancer. Detail-oriented and able to edit to the level you specify–proofreading, copyediting, or substantive editing.
Edit all fiction and nonfiction/general interest subjects. Specializing in educational publishing, experienced with biographies, how-to manuals, textbooks, and study guides. Also edit academic papers.
End Products
Fiction and nonfiction books, textbooks, online study guides, how-to articles, manuals
Software
Adobe Acrobat Pro, Google Docs, Google Sheets, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word
Hi! I’m Kimberly Schebler and I provide copyediting, developmental editing, and coaching services to help writers of the marvelous, fantastical, and strange harness their literary magic and create their best work.
Editing Services
Copyediting, Developmental editing, Line editing, Proofreading, Substantive
Writing Services
Copywriting, Fiction, Grant writing, Newsletter, Poetry, Rewriting
Experienced, full-time with background as librarian enhances my ability to meet publisher’s specifications and meet the needs of users at all levels. Especially enjoy challenge of scholarly books and indexing materials for teens and children.
Other Services
Indexing
Subjects
archaeology, biography, consumer affairs, education, health, history, hobbies, how-to manuals, issues of interest to nonprofits, Jewish studies, nature and environment, Native American studies, social sciences, women’s studies
Specialties include Master’s and PhD dissertations, product and service marketing, fund raising, Internet use, self help, nonprofit and association marketing, advertising, technology, and executive communication. The goal is always to create compelling copy in a voice that speaks to and motivates the reader.
Freelance editor for more than twenty years. I offer developmental editing and manuscript review, copyediting, author coaching, and editorial production and project management services for book-length works of creative nonfiction and memoir, LGBTQIA+ interest, professional and personal development, and select fiction manuscripts of speculative fiction, adventure, and genre-bending. Experienced with trade, academic, and independent publishing; familiar with Chicago Manual of Style, MLA, and AP stylebooks and comfortable with house style. Keen eye for design consistency as well as language. Available for electronic or hardcopy editing.
Editing Services
Copyediting, Developmental editing, Line editing, Series, Substantive
Other Services
Author coaching, Editorial project management, Manuscript critique, Production
Subjects
An eclectic background including biography, memoir, women’s literature, spirituality, and self-help; literary writing; genre fiction, especially thrillers and science fiction/fantasy; young adult fiction and non-fiction; and picture books
Print and online publications, including magazines, newsletters and e-mails; website content; marketing materials; magazine and trade articles; fiction, creative nonfiction, poetry; profiles; artist statements
Style Manuals
Associated Press Stylebook (AP), Chicago Manual of Style (CMOS)
Copy editor, proofreader, and developmental editor for horror, romance, and other genres. More than 350 books edited, with experience working for Big 5 publishers and indie authors.
Fifteen years of experience: B.A. in English; exacting attention to detail; on-time turnaround; I edit hard copy, electronic documents using Word’s Track Changes feature, or PDFs using Acrobat’s Comment and Review feature; very familiar with The Chicago Manual of Style, The Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association, and The Associated Press Stylebook.
Editing Services
Copyediting, Proofreading, Series, Substantive
Writing Services
Newsletter, Nonfiction, Rewriting, Technical and instructional, Web
Subjects
Website content, elementary and secondary education, advertising and marketing, health/medical publications and marketing material, corporate communications, scholarly publications, literary fiction, home improvement, early childhood education and development, self-help
End Products
Trade books, textbooks, journals, newsletters, annual reports, websites, advertising and marketing materials, cookbooks, and manuals
Software
Adobe Acrobat Reader, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word
I am a technical editor, technical writer, and document formatter who is also a subject matter expert with extensive experience in the world of environmental consulting. I primarily work on environmental reports, such as archaeological reports of all kinds, historic architecture reports, and natural resource reports. I create documents that comply with federal Section 508 accessibility regulations. I also work on business documents and nonfiction books. My firm is a certified DBE, WOSB, and EDWOSB.
Editing Services
Copyediting, Developmental editing, Line editing, Substantive, Technical
Writing Services
Academic, Books, Business proposals, Nonfiction, Rewriting, Technical and instructional
Other Services
Style guide creation
Nonfiction Genres
Academic, Business, History, Self-help
Age Levels
New adult, Adult
Style Manuals
Chicago Manual of Style (CMOS), Council of Science Editors (CSE)
Software
Adobe Acrobat Pro, Adobe Acrobat Reader, Adobe Photoshop, Google Docs, Google Sheets, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, PerfectIt
Specialized in English-Spanish translations. Extensive experience editing and translating children’s books, K-12 textbook series, and instructional materials for Houghton Mifflin, Addison Wesley, Open Court, TCM, Free Spirit, Beaver’s Pond Press, Red Leaf, University of Minnesota.
Cultural text adaptation and transcreation for all audiences. Development of in-house style guides for translation and glossary management.
Children’s books, K-12, bilingual education, legal, medical, web pages, marketing, corporate policies, training manuals, health and wellness
Nonfiction Genres
Autobiography and memoir, Business, Cookbooks, DIY/how-to, History, Self-help, Textbooks, Travel
Age Levels
Infant and toddler, Pre-K, Early elementary, Middle grade, Young adult, New adult, Adult
End Products
Spanish translations and multilingual texts for all audiences. Cultural text adaptation and copy for the Hispanic market. Books, newsletters, brochures, and all types of corporate communications.
Style Manuals
American Medical Association (AMA), American Psychological Association (APA), Chicago Manual of Style (CMOS), Microsoft Writing Style Guide
Software
Adobe Acrobat Pro, Google Docs, Google Sheets, Microsoft Access, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word
The Writing Well provides proven writing support, solutions, and collaborative partnerships for leaders in various fields. You stay the content expert; we provide the support.
Editing Services
Copyediting, Developmental editing, Line editing, Proofreading, Series, Substantive, Technical
Writing Services
Academic, Books, Business proposals, Copywriting, Ghostwriting, Journal, Newsletter, Technical and instructional
Experienced in technical writing and editing. Familiar with The Chicago Manual of Style, Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association (APA) and Microsoft Manual of Style for Technical Publications.
Editing Services
Copyediting, Substantive, Technical
Writing Services
Academic, Books, Business proposals, Content marketing, Fiction, Ghostwriting, Grant writing, Journal, Magazine, Newsletter, Nonfiction, Poetry, Rewriting, Script, Technical and instructional, Web
Other Services
Design, Image sourcing, Layout, Publishing, Social media
Subjects
Software documentation, website content, general interest
Style Manuals
American Psychological Association (APA), Chicago Manual of Style (CMOS), Microsoft Writing Style Guide
Software
Adobe Acrobat Reader, Google Docs, Google Sheets, Microsoft Access, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word
Copy editor, proofreader, manuscript evaluator, and beta reader with years of experience open to all forms of written work. I prefer working on book projects, which most of my work consists of, whether fiction or nonfiction (though my favorite is urban fantasy). My favorite fiction genres are science fiction, fantasy, and mystery, while my favorite nonfiction genres are metaphysical and mind-body-spirit. I enjoy copyediting or proofreading all of those genres. Essays, blogs, articles, academic papers, business/marketing materials, and more are all welcome too. I prefer the Chicago Manual of Style (CMOS), but I am also familiar with MLA, APA, and AP styles. I’ve worked with indie authors and publishers and would be happy to work with you to polish your prose. I have editing and proofreading certificates from the Editorial Freelancers Association (EFA), the Society for Editing (ACES) and Poynter, Editorial Arts Academy, Proofread Anywhere, and more.
I will work on the following: grammar, punctuation, syntax, sentence structure, consistency, flow, and more. Contact me so we can discuss your project! My website is www.ozeditorialservices.com, and you can email me at ceylano@ozeditiorialservices.com. Feel free to check out my LinkedIn profile at https://www. linkedin.com/in/ceylanozguner. If you’d like to see your book improve, then please reach out so we can work together to make that happen. I’m happy to do a sample edit of up to 1000 words for book-length projects. I also offer a free 30-minute consultation.
Editing Services
Copyediting, Line editing, Proofreading, Series
Writing Services
Academic, Book proposals and query letters, Books, Content marketing, Fiction, Journal, Magazine, Newsletter, Nonfiction, Technical and instructional, Web
I hold a master of divinity (MDiv) degree from Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago (LSTC), and served as a pastor for 14 years. If your writing has to do with faith, theology, Bible, and/or church, my professional experience in those areas offers you value not commonly found in a copyeditor.
My passion and strengths are in matters of Christian faith (Lutheran; mainline or progressive), Bible, church, theology (down-to-earth; not overly academic). In addition to the style manuals noted below (CMOS and AP), I am accustomed to working with the Society of Biblical Literature (SBL) Handbook of Style.
Nonfiction Genres
Autobiography and memoir, Biography, Creative nonfiction, Essay, Self-help
Age Levels
Pre-K, Early elementary, Middle grade, Young adult, New adult, Adult
End Products
Meticulously copyedited manuscripts of books (fiction/nonfiction; children’s/middle grade/YA/mainline adult), children’s/youth/adult Christian Education curriculum; devotional/inspirational materials for individuals and churches; adult Bible study lessons
Style Manuals
Associated Press Stylebook (AP), Chicago Manual of Style (CMOS)
Software
Adobe Acrobat Reader, Google Docs, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word
I’m a copy editor, line editor, and proofreader, and it’s my job to take care of the minutiae that creep in when the creative juices are flowing and getting the idea down is more important than comma usage. I look for inconsistencies of spelling, capitalization, character naming, and descriptions; give suggestions for unclear or confusing passages; correct grammatical errors, and much more. Basically, you wrote a great story, and now it’s my job to help you polish it up for the readers!
Editing Services
Copyediting, Line editing, Proofreading
Fiction Genres
Action/adventure, Historical, Suspense/thriller
Nonfiction Genres
Academic, Autobiography and memoir, Biography, Creative nonfiction, History, Reference
Freelance proofreader and copy editor for books. Clients have included Simon & Schuster, Penguin Random House, Coffee House Press, Beaver’s Pond Press, Wise Ink, and Gray Wolf Press.
Developmental Editor, Copyeditor, and Proofreader.
PEN All Booked Up Column Editor.
Photographer.
Graduate of the University of Washington’s Certificate in Editing program (UW Scholarship Recipient), with a Specialization in Developmental Editing.
Background in film production and photography; I worked as a script supervisor/continuity on feature films, video projects, and commercials for many years.
Editing Services
Copyediting, Developmental editing, Line editing, Proofreading
Writing Services
Book proposals and query letters, Copywriting, Journal, Newsletter, Nonfiction, Rewriting, Script
Ashley S. Hattle is an award-winning author, writer, and editor. Her work is published in Nature, INvisible Project, and Spill the Ink magazines, and she has written hundreds of articles for online and in-print publications. She worked as a full-time staff writer and senior editor for nearly ten years before veering into freelance and fiction work. Her debut nonfiction book on cluster headaches won two awards: “Excellence in Education” and “Advocate of the Year,” presented at Brown University. She’s open to clients in Fall 2026.
Editing Services
Copyediting, Developmental editing, Line editing, Proofreading
Writing Services
Academic, Book proposals and query letters, Books, Content marketing, Copywriting, Fiction, Ghostwriting, Journal, Magazine, Newsletter, Newspaper, Nonfiction, Poetry
Articles, website content, press releases, newsletters, and reports
Style Manuals
American Medical Association (AMA), American Psychological Association (APA), Associated Press Stylebook (AP), Chicago Manual of Style (CMOS), Modern Language Association (MLA)
Software
Adobe Acrobat Reader, Adobe Photoshop, Google Docs, Google Sheets, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word
During my 15 years in real estate and finance, I earned a bachelor’s degree in business management, but then returned to my childhood Word Nerd calling; I’ve been a happy freelance copy editor, proofreader, and indexer (creating back-of-the-book and embedded/hyperlinked indexes) for the last 12 years. I’m not happy unless my client is happy.
Pre-K, Early elementary, Middle grade, Young adult, New adult, Adult
End Products
Books, blogs, articles, essays, newsletters, ads, educational and instructional materials, websites, and more.
Style Manuals
American Medical Association (AMA), American Psychological Association (APA), Associated Press Stylebook (AP), Chicago Manual of Style (CMOS), Modern Language Association (MLA)
Software
Adobe Acrobat Pro, Adobe InDesign, Google Docs, Google Sheets, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, PerfectIt
