My editing business evolved alongside my love for language and a long teaching career. I offer manuscript evaluations, developmental edits, line edits, and copy edits for both fiction and nonfiction works.

Amy Farrar is a published book author and editor with more than 30 years of publishing experience. She edits both fiction and nonfiction books (see this listing for a list of subjects she writes/edits). Amy’s clients include individuals, book publishers, medical organizations, magazines, nonprofits, newspapers, and businesses.

Since 2012, I have proofread or copy edited 40+ titles from Quartous Publishing Group, whose imprints include Cool Springs Press, Voyageur Press, and Motorbooks. My client list also includes Sophia.org, which produces online courses for college credit and is affiliated with Bill Nye, The Science Guy. Since 2012, I have copy edited online tests for 30+ diverse topics for them.

Vaerden & Co. collaborates with individuals and organizations to thoughtfully develop, design, and publish memorable books. We also partner with traditional publishers on special projects, from complex series to new imprints. We specialize in concept development, design, art direction, marketing planning, consulting, project management, launching imprints, and bringing together the right team, from copyeditors to publicists to distributors.

Clients have included Thomson Reuters, UnitedHealthcare/Optum, Fusion Hill, Think Piece Publishing, Cleveland Clinic, Katey Charles Communications, Hamline University–Creative Writing Programs (Water~Stone Review), Redleaf Press, Minnesota Law & Politics and Super Lawyers magazines. Proficient in Associated Press and Chicago style.

Other Services: I am a writing coach, a self-efficacy coach, and an herbalist.

Organized, detail-focused editor with several years’ experience copyediting and proofreading nonfiction projects.

Detail-oriented, experienced copyeditor and proofreader with ability to handle multiple projects with accuracy and efficiency.

Catherine Lundoff is an award-winning writer, editor and publisher at Queen of Swords Press, a small genre fiction book publishing company based in Minneapolis. Developmental editing, copy editing, proof reading and editorial coaching.

Experienced editor: non-fiction specialty. Former journalist (newspaper, television, radio, and business publications). Former English teacher (middle school and high school). Years of experience teaching adults creative writing. Developmental editing and book coaching (for non-fiction) are my specialties. Able to quickly understand complex subject matter. I enjoy helping people make their writing clear and compelling.

Specialized in English-Spanish translations. Multilingual projects and DTP. Development of in-house style guides for translation and glossary management. Advice and presentations on writing for a global audience.

Make your Capstone Project Exemplary

My editorial experience includes journalism, public information for a state environmental agency, freelance environmental writing, academic editing, nonprofit newsletter development, and seven years of teaching writing and literature on the college level.

Indexer and copyeditor, specializing in academic publications in the fields of theology/religion, classical studies, and Russian history.

Dot and Dash LLC serves independent women author-entrepreneurs through positive-minded and collaborative book editing and coaching to empower them to meet their publishing dreams.

Experienced in all phases of the editorial process. Able to adjust intensity of editing to the needs of the project. Expertise in editing for young and general readers. Twenty years of editing experience; 10 years as in-house editor. BA in English, Carleton College; graduate, Denver Publishing Institute.

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.

Background in the arts, cultural heritage preservation. Bilingual English – French. Reading knowledge of Spanish, some Italian.

I am a journalist with 37 years of newspaper editing experience at metropolitan dailies and professional niche publications.

Poor grammar, passive writing, a lack of organization, and typos just won’t do when you want your content or even your masterpiece to look its best. You demand clear, smooth-flowing, grammatically correct writing that makes you look your best.

That’s where I come in. From working with large technology companies to individuals who have personal stories to tell, I bring the final polish to help make your words shine. I offer a no-nonsense process that involves tracked changes, comments for improvement, and 2 rounds of reviews.

I am a graduate of the Denver Publishing Institute with 15-plus years of editing experience on more than 200 published books.

Johanna Wallner Editorial: Values-driven editorial craftsmanship that helps businesses, government entities, and nonprofits repair, polish, and perfect their publications so that they shine and stand out.

Freelance copyeditor and proofreader

Twenty-plus years of experience in publishing and journalism as copy editor, editorial assistant, proofreader, and newspaper reporter. Editorial freelancer since 1997, with a focus on proofreading at advertising agencies.

I’m a proofreader and copyeditor who is fueled by catching details that others miss. I am your Document Detailer.

I’m Kim Robinson and I’m a professional freelance editor living in the Fremont neighborhood of Seattle, Washington. I received formal training in editing at the University of Washington and am a graduate of the rigorous Certificate in Editing program. I’m a member of the Northwest Editors Guild, ACES: The Society for Editing, and the Editorial Freelancers Association.
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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.

Kristin is a freelance editor specializing in developmental and line editing of speculative fiction including fantasy, paranormal romance, dystopian and apocalyptic fiction. She supports authors by encouraging them and helping them hone their writing skills to get their message into the world. Kristin also work with hybrid and traditional publishers as an assistant editor for Literary Wanderlust, an acquisitions editor for New Degree Press, developmental and copy editor for She Writes Press and a developmental editor and manuscript reviewer for Greenleaf Book Group.

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.

Developmental editing, copyediting, and proofreading for nonfiction and academic writers

Proofreading and Copyediting, transcribing

I am a non-fiction manuscript editor skilled in all facets of publishing: writing, developmental editing, line editing, copy-editing, proofreading, digitizing your work, self-publishing, marketing, virtual book tours, and using social media to create awareness about your work.

Writer | Editor | Consultant

I’m an experienced freelance provider of line editing and copyediting for fiction novels and nonfiction manuscripts in a variety of genres.

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.

Freelance editor extraordinaire and one half of the driving force behind Twin Cities Geek.

Mandi Andrejka is an experienced full-time editor specializing in romance, sci fi, fantasy, paranormal, and contemporary YA, new adult, and adult fiction (and more). She uses CMOS 17 style and is a die-hard Oxford comma fan.

Widely published journalist and copywriter. Services include writing, editing, interviewing, research and public relations.

Empathetic, intuitive, bespoke developmental editor – 30+ years of supporting authors along their pathway to publication.

More than thirty years writing and editing in nonprofit corporate business environments, social justice advocacy organizations and publications, and for publishers and individual authors. Ghostwriting for others on multiple topics (Memoir to Business). Professional affiliations include the Independent Book Publishers Association (IBPA), Midwest Independent Publishers Association (MIPA), and the National Writers Union (NWU).

I hold a Professional Editing Certificate from UC Berkeley. I also have a graduate degree and I am fluent in Arabic, French, and Spanish. I have years’ experience working in healthcare editing. I am passionate about helping clients create polished, well-written text that is clear and memorable. I look forward to working with you!

Volunteer editor for the online #RevPit contest. Fiction editor specializing in romance, women’s fiction, young adult (YA), and speculative fiction (SFF).

After more than thirteen years of assisting authors with their manuscripts at Inkbot Editing, Molly is now sharing her expertise with editors, writers, and business owners. An experienced instructor and business coach, she helps both new and mid-career freelance editors and proofreaders build thriving editorial businesses.

I’m a developmental editor and book coach who specializes in working with writers of fantasy novels. Whether you intend to self-publish or publish traditionally, I will work to ensure your story has a “beating heart”—a theme or relevance that draws readers in and resonates deep within them. I aim to build honest, lasting relationships with writers who want their novels to reach their full potential.

Story construction has always fascinated me. After graduating summa cum laude in 2010 with a B.A. in English Education, I taught English and creative writing for six years. Currently, I co-organize a writing critique group and am a member of the Editorial Freelancers Association in addition to PEN.

“Nicole’s first editing and big-picture report blew me away. Her talent for reviewing a story goes beyond practice and schooling. There is a level of insightfulness that strikes me as innate.” -Barbara L., Iowa

Dedicated and experienced eye for detail and organization to help clarify and enhance your vision.

Rachel Lapidow is a freelance copyeditor and proofreader who works on RPGs, board games, comics, manga,, science fiction, and fantasy.

Editor of novels and RPGs in the fantasy, sci-fi, horror, and romance genres. I aim to empower authors by providing enthusiastic and supportive feedback. Booking now for Summer/Fall 2022!

PEN Secretary

In my volunteer capacity as PEN Secretary, my duties include reporting on membership activity when new members join or existing members renew.

Currently I am not accepting freelance work, as I work full time as a Senior Content Editor for BestBuy.com. 

A licensed secondary language arts teacher, with a BS in secondary English education, MA in literature, MA in theology and Ed.D. in education, Rosemary has taught at both the secondary and college levels. Rosemary is also a visual artist with strong layout skills.

I worked as a gigging musician and music teacher for years. I then discovered my true love: publishing.

I edit and proofread book manuscripts. I have experience with self-help books, memoirs, fiction, nonfiction, and fantasy. I work mostly with self-published authors.

If your words are in distress, I will come to the rescue!

I have a keen eye for errors, and I would like to help you to refine your work!

Fiction editing at The Detail Devil. Developmental editing and copyediting for women’s fiction, historical fiction, suspense, and more. Let this devil take care of the details. www.thedetaildevil.com

Certified general proofreader and owner of Treetz Proofs.

Small indie publishing, editing and creative development company

Please refer to my website to learn more about how I can help you, my services, a free sample edit, my background, and more.