Fiction editing services for authors and publishers
If you’re looking for a book editor who understands the struggles of writing and publishing – you’re in the right place! I’m Rachel, an editor, literary consultant and author. I help authors and publishers shape and polish their stories with a kind and gentle, but honest, hand. Good fiction editing services should should inspire you, not tear you down, so you can craft a book you’re really proud of. I’ve been where you are, and I combine my writing and editorial experience to support you every step of the way.
Feel free to get in touch for a chat about your project and what my editorial services can do for you.
Genres I work with
I work with fiction primarily. My fiction specialisms include: fantasy, sci-fi, horror, crime/thriller, young adult, middle grade, and romance.
Fiction editing services include
Manuscript evaluation
A detailed and careful evaluation highlighting the bigger picture to help you improve during self-revisions. Fiction only.
Copy and line editing
Sentence-level services to polish your writing technically and stylistically – without sacrificing your unique voice.
Proofreading
The final step in the editorial process to meticulously check for lingering errors, including formatting checks if required.
WHO AM I?
Meet the editor offering fiction editing services
I’m a professional member of the Chartered Institute of Editing and Proofreading, and I’ve worked on over a hundred books, including bestsellers and award-winners. My client list includes Hachette UK, Black Library, Canelo, and Writers & Artists (Bloomsbury), as well as independent authors. I’m also an agented writer of fiction represented by Thérèse Coen. You’re in safe hands with me!
What clients are saying about my fiction editing services
Your manuscript assessment was exactly what I was hoping for. You confirmed some thoughts I had, raised plenty of new ones and helped me see where things were working where otherwise I had doubts. My head was nodding throughout and I found your suggestions/explanations inspiring. I can’t wait to get to work. Thank you so much.
– Charlie Kelly, author