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Tracy
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Baltimore, MD, United States
Passionate about helping writers realize their visions. I love picture books (especially rhyme!), young adult, fantasy, memoir, and more.
Genres: Short Story, Fiction, Picture Books, Children's, Fantasy, Historical Fiction, Literary Fiction, Science Fiction, Young Adult, Biographies & Memoirs, and Non-Fiction.
Work experience:
- Agent Carrie Pestritto (formerly of Prospect Agency, now with LDLA)
- Marketing Agency
- University of Baltimore
- SCBWI MD/DE/WV
- Self-employed
Emily
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Boston, MA, USA
An eagle-eyed copyeditor and proofreader specializing in literary fiction with editorial experience at Penguin Random House and McSweeney's.
Genres: Children’s Non-Fiction, Non-Fiction, Biographies & Memoirs, Literary Fiction, Fiction, Picture Books, Children's, Contemporary Fiction, Historical Fiction, and Short Story.
Work experience:
- Penguin Random House
- McSweeney's
- Harvard Alumni Association
- Self-employed
Kate
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Youngstown, OH, USA
Copyeditor/proofreader 6+ years. Works with first-time authors, professors, and small Catholic presses. Passionate about poetry and drama.
Genres: Poetry, Fiction, Short Story, Fantasy, and Contemporary Fiction.
Work experience:
- Wiseblood Books
- Holy Heroes
- Sophia Institute Press
- Community Services of America at Good Will Publishers
- Youngstown State University
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April
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Altadena, CA, USA
I have nearly 20 years of experience editing educational content and developing curriculum at companies such as Google and Disney.
Genres: Short Story, Fiction, Children’s Non-Fiction, Non-Fiction, Education & Reference, ELT, Music, Humanities & Social Sciences, Art, and History.
Work experience:
- SOCIAL STUDIES SCHOOL SERVICE
- Self-employed
- DISNEY PUBLISHING WORLDWIDE
- GLENCOE/MCGRAW-HILL
John
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Stockton, CA, USA
I have many years of experience in a wide array of editing and writing duties in a wide variety of genres.
Genres: Poetry, Fiction, Short Story, Agriculture, Non-Fiction, Business & Management, Computers & Internet, Earth, Space, & Environmental Sciences, Math & Science, Geography, Humanities & Social Sciences, and Philosophy.
Work experience:
- Oxford University Press
- MTKG, Inc.
- University of California Press
John
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St. Louis, MO, USA
20+ years as a development editor, copy editor, and proofreader, in both nonfiction and fiction. Former MFA faculty and author of 4 books.
Genres: Literary Fiction, Fiction, Short Story, Biographies & Memoirs, Non-Fiction, Travel, and Writing & Publishing.
Work experience:
- The Common Reader, Washington University in St. Louis
- McNeese State MFA program
- University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Elizabeth
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Tupelo, MS, USA
Provide personalized editorial services with collaborative approach, respecting the writer's voice, treating each book as if it were my own.
Genres: Christian Fiction, Fiction, Inspirational, Non-Fiction, Self-Help & Self-Improvement, Christian Non-Fiction, Religion & Spirituality, and Short Story.
Work experience:
- Self-employed
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Avner
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Chicago, IL, USA
Professional editor, ghostwriter, and author of literary fiction and non-fiction who can help get you and your book across the finish line.
Genres: Literary Fiction, Fiction, Biographies & Memoirs, Non-Fiction, Political Science & Current Affairs, Humanities & Social Sciences, Historical Fiction, Short Story, Contemporary Fiction, Thriller & Suspense, and Humor & Comedy.
Work experience:
- Texas-based Publishing Services Company
- Self-employed
Anne
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Croton-on-Hudson, NY, USA
Meticulous editor with a special focus on literary projects.
Genres: Literary Fiction, Fiction, Young Adult, Biographies & Memoirs, Non-Fiction, Writing & Publishing, Short Story, Middle Grade, Children's, and Classics.
Work experience:
- Self-employed
- A Public Space
- Words Without Borders
- Associate Editor / Assistant Editor
- Irene Skolnick Literary Agency
Stephanie
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New York, NY, USA
Dedicated full-time and freelance editor, copy editor and proofreader with professional, creative publishing experience in numerous genres.
Genres: Science Fiction, Fiction, Young Adult, Comics & Graphic Novels, Fantasy, Short Story, Middle Grade, Children's, Horror, and Thriller & Suspense.
Work experience:
- The MIT Press
- Bedford/St. Martin's | Macmillan
- Publisher's Weekly
- Seven Seas Entertainment, LLC
- Page Street Publishing Co.
- Bedford/St. Martins | Macmillan
- Bedford St. Martin's | Macmillan
- Ploughshares
- Clarion, Boston University
- University Press of Florida
- First Second
- Scholastic
- Applewood Books
- Springer Nature
- Penguin Random House
- Inkyard Press/HarperCollins
Uche
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Exeter, NH, USA
Writer (MFA) and editor (5+ years) with a keen interest in storytelling. I specialize in literary and multicultural fiction.
Genres: Contemporary Fiction, Fiction, Short Story, Biographies & Memoirs, Non-Fiction, Children’s Non-Fiction, Picture Books, Children's, and Anthologies.
Work experience:
- Kachifo Limited (publishers of Farafina Books)
reid
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New York, NY, USA
Editor with extensive experience at an independent small press, specializing in literary fiction and poetry.
Genres: Literary Fiction, Fiction, Poetry, Contemporary Fiction, LGBTQ Fiction, and Short Story.
Work experience:
- Math Paper Press, BooksActually
- The New School of Drama
Pam Elise
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New York, NY, USA
I am a Development Editor for novels, scripts, and nonfiction, specializing in guiding new authors through the editorial process.
Genres: Middle Grade Fantasy, Children's, Fiction, Contemporary Fiction, Plays & Screenplays, Short Story, Young Adult Fantasy, Young Adult, ELT, Non-Fiction, Contemporary Romance, Romance, and Romantic Comedy.
Work experience:
- Self-employed
- Cambridge University Press
Marcia
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Plymouth, NH, USA
As an experienced story-focused editor and published author, I help bring out your voice and make your writing the best it can be.
Genres: Art, Humanities & Social Sciences, Non-Fiction, Psychology, Business & Management, Children’s Non-Fiction, Education & Reference, Cozy Mysteries, Mystery & Crime, Fiction, Magical Realism, Literary Fiction, and Short Story.
Work experience:
- Self-employed
- Plymouth State University
Jamie
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Wausau, Wisconsin, USA
Experienced writer, editor, tutor, & coach passionate about engaging storytelling & vibrant characters across books, comics, & videogames.
Genres: Comics & Graphic Novels, Fiction, Coming of Age, Literary Fiction, New Adult, Young Adult, Nature, Non-Fiction, and Short Story.
Work experience:
- Rowman & Littlefield
- Self-employed
- SuperPROTEIN Studios Inc.
- Vilostudios
Constance
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Charlotte, NC, USA
Professional editor specializing in literary and historical novels, YA, and speculative fiction.
Genres: Literary Fiction, Fiction, Young Adult, Biographies & Memoirs, Non-Fiction, Historical Fiction, LGBTQ Fiction, Short Story, Mystery & Crime, and Thriller & Suspense.
Work experience:
- Three Rooms Press
- Skyhorse Publishing
Michael
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Baltimore, MD, USA
Independent publisher and freelance editor. I love working with authors at every stage of a book.
Genres: Science Fiction, Fiction, Young Adult, Short Story, Contemporary Fiction, Biographies & Memoirs, and Non-Fiction.
Work experience:
- Mason Jar Press
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