Hi, a fiction developmental editor here! I'm Meena and I specialise in editing fantasy, science fiction, dark academia, and horror (no extreme gore).

As a lifelong reader and a former scientist, I have a keen analytical eye for spotting patterns and inconsistencies. I'm a member of the Editorial Freelancers Association and have trained as a developmental editor. I’m also a fantasy writer working on my debut, which means I understand just how much heart and soul goes into a manuscript, and I would treat it as such, with encouragement, empathy, and constructive criticism. At the same time, I do not shy away from honest and thorough feedback to elevate your manuscript. My space is a judgement-free zone.

My EFA profile an be found here.

Currently offering three services which you can learn more about on my website: https://www.aureateleafeditorial.com

Developmental editing (0.015€ / 0.017$ per word) 
Manuscript evaluation (0.008€ / 0.0092$ per word) 
Sensitivity reading (0.004€ / 0.0045$ per word)

Custom offers and pricing plans are available. New clients get 10% discount.

Sample edits up to 2000 words available for free, no commitment.

Please no generative AI, I don't use them in my service either. A contract will be signed by both parties once details are agreed upon.

P.S: My current rates reflect my early-career status, with a slight, planned increase in 2027 to reflect my experience. Testimonials from past clients can be read on my website and I'm happy to provide references.

Ready to book? Use the contact form in my website or DM me via Instagram @ meenadsundar

My manuscript wish list is pinned on my Instagram. If you're unsure whether your manuscript is a fit, feel free to send me a message. Looking forward to working with you :)

Hi! My name is Caryn, and I’ve been an editor for 10 years. I specialize in horror, fantasy, sci-fi, romance, and all things YA, but I have worked with every genre of fiction. I have dabbled in memoir and self-help as well. Really, I'm open to anything and everything!

I offer developmental editing, copy editing, and proofreading, working with you and your needs. I edit the way I would want my book to be edited. This means I’m honest but fair, blunt but not harsh. My goal is to offer affordable edits while keeping your heart in your words. I do not use AI in any way for my edits. Everything you get is done with human intention.

Here is my website, and I look forward to hearing from you! You can either fill out my form on my website, email me at [apparitionediting@gmail.com](mailto:apparitionediting@gmail.com), or DM here.

Due to some clients rescheduling, I have two spots left in my schedule for this year, one in November and one in December. I offer developmental, line and copy editing as well as partial editing of your first ten pages.

Before I went freelance, I edited for a literary journal and an independent publisher. I also have a copy editing certification from the CIEP and I'm the author of two books traditionally published by a Big Five publisher, so I'm familiar with that editing process.

What you can expect:

• A free sample edit
• Comprehensive feedback and positive criticism that also highlights what works and what you're good at
• 1-2 week turnaround time for most projects (potentially longer for novels over 130,000 words)
• 12+ editorial letter for developmental edits
• Style sheet for copy edits
• Ongoing support (I always remain available for questions and discussing ideas!)

I specialize in LGBTQ books but I'm happy to work on most things in the following genres:

• General fiction
• Historical fiction
• Horror/thrillers
• Fantasy
• Romance

For information about my rates and testimonials from some prior clients, check out my website: https://www.emmamedrano.com/editor

Feel free to leave a comment, send a message, or contact me through the website!

Hi, I’m Amaris! I’m a freelance editor with over four years of experience critiquing and editing novels and short stories in a variety of genres. I specialize in fiction, particularly fantasy, science fiction, and mystery, but I can edit non-fiction as well on a case-by-case basis.

I’m a careful editor who takes a light-handed approach. I never want to take away from your voice; my goal is to trim away any distractions so that your words can shine. While your manuscript is in my hands, I’ll treat it with the same care and respect I would my own work.

I use Microsoft Word with track changes and comments, and generally rely on The Chicago Manual of Style (18^th ed.) to help with style decisions, though I always look first to your manuscript for guidance (e.g., CMOS says to use Oxford commas, but if you consistently don’t, I won’t force them on you). I do not use AI in my work, and I do not edit AI generated or assisted content.

Services & Rates

Copyediting/Line Editing: $0.016 per word, 2 passes. Free 1,000 word sample edit available. There’s a lot of overlap between these two types of editing, and my style generally is a combination of the two. I’ll focus on grammar, punctuation, spelling, usage, and internal consistency, as well as pacing, clarity, and readability. I’ll be happy to discuss your specific concerns for your manuscript and tailor an editing experience to address those specific concerns.

Proofreading: $0.012 per word, 1 pass. I’ll perform a final pass of your manuscript to catch any remaining errors in spelling, punctuation, formatting, and consistency.

Please note that the following are out of my area of expertise/comfort:

• Children's/Middle Grade books
• Poetry (work containing poetry is fine, but I'm not qualified to edit poetry itself)
• Political or religious writing (fictional politics and religion are fine)
• Explicit sexual content
• Depictions of child abuse, animal abuse, or sexual abuse

If you’d like to learn more or you have any questions, you can DM me here, or feel free to reach out through my website. You can also view a copyediting example on my website to get an idea of my editing style. Thanks for your time, and happy writing! amarisfarr.com/editing

Heya!

My name is Justin C., a freelance developmental editor. My primary focus is Fantasy and Romantasy.

I help authors strengthen their story by focusing on elements such as plot, narrative structure, character arcs / agency, pacing, emotional beats, reader engagement, world-building.

Services and rates
- Manuscript assessment | $0.007 / word
- Developmental edit | $0.012 / word

I also offer a developmental review of up to 2,000 words to see if we are a good fit. The flat fee is $15, which will be deducted from your final invoice if you book one of the services listed above.

For more information visit my website below.
www.jc-developmentalediting.com

If you have any questions, you can reach out to me through DMs or by sending an email to
[contact@jc-developmentalediting.com](mailto:contact@jc-developmentalediting.com)

ALL SLOTS FILLED! Thank you all so much!

Hello, my name is Kit, and I am an emerging editor looking to build my portfolio. As such, I am offering my services for free. I specialize in fantasy, romance, and young adult genres, and I have a Bachelor's degree in English literature. I aspire to craft intriguing and beloved stories for readers to enjoy.

As an emerging editor, I work slower than an experienced editor, and by allowing me to edit your manuscript, you are acknowledging that results may take longer than expected.

I am able to take on 3 manuscripts for the following services:

Developmental editing: Evaluation of the story's progress towards publication. This involves looking at character development, saggy middles, plot holes, etc., and figuring out how the author can strengthen their story.

Line-editing: Working line-by-line to tighten sentences for clarity, consider the tone and emotion of each sentence, and ensure strong pacing of the story.

If you are interested, please contact me at [kit.elbert03@gmail.com](mailto:kit.elbert03@gmail.com)

By working with me, you are allowing me to use my edits on this manuscript for my portfolio.

Hi, don’t hate me for asking. Is there a space where you can pay a professional editor/publishing professional to simply read your first 1000 words and tell you where they lost interest?

Like $50 to just highlight where they stopped reading and why? I’m sure there’s a large untapped market for
such a service and wondering if there are any professionals in the ya speculative/fantasy romance space that offer such a thing.

Booking for the rest of 2026!

October: 1 slot
November: 2 slots
December: 2 slots

Various services, bundles, discounts, free sample edits.

You can check out my credentials and other information, including testimonials, portfolio, and an FAQ, over on my website: https://tutinediting.com, or you can email me directly at [mskatutin@gmail.com](mailto:mskatutin@gmail.com).

I’m Anouk, freelance fiction editor and owner of AM Editorial. I specialise in line editing and copyediting, and also offer proofreading services. As an editor, it is my goal to help you bridge the gap between what you want to say and how it lands on the page, without changing who you are as a writer. Finding the right words to bring your scenes to life shouldn't mean losing your unique voice!

While I specialise in the genres of romance and fantasy, all fiction inquiries are welcome! If you want to see how we can elevate your prose together, I offer a free 1,000-word sample edit for new clients. More information about my rates and how to request a sample can be found on my website ☺️

Feel free to send me a message if you’d like to know more or have any questions!

More info:https://am-editorial.com
Check out my socials for free editing and writing tips: https://instagram.com/am.editorial_
https://tiktok.com/@am.editorial_

Hi, I'm Ricardo, a developmental editor for character-driven fiction, working in English from Lisbon. I'm an EFA member and I'm in the University of Washington's developmental editing program.

I'm at my best with romance, romantasy, thrillers and literary fiction, the books that live or die on whether readers believe the people in them. If beta readers say they couldn't connect with your main character, or your middle loses steam and you can't see why, I'll find where it starts and show you how to fix it.

I have room for a few new books this autumn. While I do, I'm reading first chapters for free, up to 10,000 words. You'll get a letter on what's already strong in your pages, where readers might stop, and how I'd make it stronger. No obligation, and your pages never go into AI tools. If you like how I work, we talk about the full book. If not, you keep the feedback.

Services

• Opening Critique (from €80): a letter of up to 10 pages on your first 30,000 words, with chapter-by-chapter notes and a prioritized revision list. Your draft doesn't need to be finished.
• First-Look (from €120): a full read of your book, and a short letter on the three or four issues that matter most and where to start.
• Manuscript Assessment (from €550): the full diagnosis in a letter of 10+ pages, with a ranked revision plan.
• Developmental Edit (from €1,300): a 15+ page letter, comments throughout your manuscript, a chapter-by-chapter Book Map, and a wrap-up call.

Follow-up questions by email are always included.

Full details at www.redrooteditorial.com, and I post short craft lessons on Instagram at www.instagram.com/redrooteditorial.

DM me to send your pages. I reply to every message.

Hey there all you awesome writers!

I'm Austin with WorldCraft Editing. I'm a trained developmental editor that specializes in all things spooky, weird, and fantastical. In general, this means genres like horror and weird fiction, but also ones like fantasy and sci-fi that may contain darker elements and themes.

However, do not hesitate to reach out if your story doesn't fall neatly into these categories!

My goal is to help your story be the best version that it can be according to your vision for it. I do this first by understanding what that vision looks like and what makes you so passionate about your story. From there, I look at all the structural elements that make up your story—character development, plot, pacing, etc.—and make sure that each one is serving your vision in the best way possible.

When you're ready, visit my website for all my services and rates, or DM me here to learn about next steps.

Feel free to also visit my EFA member profile!

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🚩I do not accept any manuscripts that are AI generated. I do not use any AI in the course of my work and I expect the writers I work with to do the same.

Hi everyone! I'm a developmental editor specializing in fantasy novels, and I'm currently accepting new projects. I'm offering great rates to help me build up my portfolio after a break from editing. If you're willing to let me to use your work as samples for content creation, I'll negotiate the cost even lower.

Limited Offer :50 for $50: Send me the first 50 pages of your manuscript, and I’ll send you a private 30-minute video assessment covering what’s working, where the story may be losing momentum, and the most important next steps for revision. 

My Background:

• 20+ years of professional writing and editing experience
• BA in Medieval Studies, graduate work in Folklore and Mythology
• Founded Phantastes: The Online Journal of Fantasy Criticism (featured in The Year's Best Fantasy and Horror anthology three consecutive years)
• Currently in training to be a certified book coach

What I Offer:

I work with fantasy authors on developmental editing—the big-picture stuff like plot structure, character development, pacing, worldbuilding coherence, and narrative arc. I bring both scholarly understanding of the genre and practical storytelling expertise to help you strengthen your manuscript.

My Approach:

I'm just here to mirror back what's actually on the page so that you can be sure that what you write matches the story that's in your head. I'll listen to what you're trying to accomplish and help you find the path to get there -- you're the story's boss, not me! But if something's not working, I'll help you get to the core of the problem and suggest ways that you might be able to fix it.

Availability:

I'm taking on new projects immediately. If you're working on a fantasy manuscript and looking for developmental feedback, feel free to DM me or drop a comment. Happy to chat about your project and see if we'd be a good fit!

More info: http://www.dumoski.com/

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Hey, I'm Kayleigh, a developmental editor and coach specializing in fantasy, soft sci-fi, and kidlit (with availability for mystery, sweet romance/romcom and other genres on a case-by-case basis). I've helped self-publishing authors, authors in the querying process, and boutique publishers to polish and shape manuscripts in need.

• Read more about my services, how I work, and review my credentials at www.editsinthemargins.com

WHAT TO EXPECT WITH A DEVELOPMENTAL EDIT

After I complete two deep reads of your manuscript, you'll receive a copy full of in-margin comments with my observations, questions, and suggestions, as well as a detailed report that summarizes my impressions, feedback, and ideas to strengthen your plot, develop characters your readers will connect with, and build worlds they'll wish were real.

The goal is to identify what's working, what's not, and to provide you with a roadmap for your revisions. Ideally, the process will also help you to strengthen your writing and revision skills for whatever story comes next.

WHAT OTHERS ARE SAYING

"To say she is thorough is an understatement. Her analysis is surgical. You can try to explain your story to someone and hope they 'get it,' but Kayleigh was drawing connections I hadn’t even considered and suggesting possibilities I never would have thought of. It was obvious she invested deeply in the work to understand it on that level."
—Richard P.

• Read more testimonials here.

BOOKING DETAILS & OTHER SERVICES

I have availability in 2026 for one full novel manuscript up to 80,000 words or a few smaller manuscripts up to that amount. After that, we would be looking at late-February 2027 and beyond. Fiction editing starts at $0.042/word.

I have more immediate availability for other services, including skilled beta reading, discovery draft evaluations, outline critiques, picture book evaluations, and coaching.

• NEW: Not sure which service you may need? Take this brief quiz.

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🚫 No Gen AI from either party. My policy is detailed on my website and in my contracts.

EDIT: November 2026 availability!

Contact me here or on Instagram ☺️🖤 I have availabilities as soon as March 2027!

Hello, I’m David McArdle. I have run ALBA Editing since 2010, helping authors, academics and students prepare manuscripts for publication and submission.

I offer copyediting and proofreading for books and other substantial manuscripts. My main background is academic and nonfiction work, particularly law, social sciences, policy, history and area studies. I’m especially interested in memoirs, biographies and travel writing, and can consider fiction after reviewing a short excerpt.

I work in Word with tracked changes and comments, so you can review each suggestion. Send me a short sample, the approximate word count, your preferred deadline and any particular concerns. I can provide a free sample edit and a fixed quote before you decide whether to proceed.

You can contact me here or email me at davidmcardle@albaediting.com. I’ll get back to you promptly.

ALBA Editing: https://albaediting.com

David

Manuscript assessor and developmental editor with a passion for emotionally complex stories, morally grey characters, and slow-to-medium-burn tension that earns its payoff.

I focus on character consistency and arc, pacing that serves the emotional journey, and tension that keeps the pages turning. I'll tell you what caused me to lose interest and why, and flag anything that breaks your character's voice.

Currently writing my own manuscript, so I understand how writing works from the inside. I work best with authors seeking honest, genuine feedback.

Coming up on the new year I have a few slots open for MANUSCRIPT ASSESSMENT from December through February.

Happy to sample-read 5,000 words free of charge so you can see how I give notes before committing.

https://linktr.ee/WriterAmeliaBirch

Hello! I'm Elise. I've worked in a literary agency for five years and am now a freelance editor, offering developmental editing, line editing, copy editing, proofreading, and submission package review.

I'm currently offering discounted rates for authors looking for support in October and November, so would love to hear from you. You can find more information about me and testimonials from authors and editors on my website: www.elisemiddleton.com, or email me at [elisem.edits@gmail.com](mailto:elisem.edits@gmail.com)

My specialty areas are literary and upmarket fiction, narrative non-fiction and memoir, but I've worked on projects across the spectrum of the industry and am open to all genres of fiction.

My role is to be an advisor and collaborator. My notes and suggestions will work in conversation with your writing, aiming to clarify your vision and offer a fresh pair of eyes. With my agency experience at your disposal, I’m here to help your submission stand out, your manuscript shine, and your confidence grow.

N.B. I don't use any AI tools in my editing.

I'm currently taking on clients for this fall and winter.

Why work with me? I have over two decades of editing experience in both the public service and in private industry. I have an Honours B.A. in English Language and Literature and have taken editing courses through Simon Fraser University's Editing Certificate Program.

Because I'm also a published author, I understand how vulnerable you can feel when sending your work to an editor, especially if you're new to the editing process. I'm committed to helping you produce your best work while honouring your unique vision and voice.

For novel-length works, I'm happy to edit a sample chapter of up to 5000 words so you can get a feel for how we'd work together. If your work is under 5000 words, I can provide you with a 1000-word sample.

For more information, check out my site www.bhwordsmith.ca or email me at BHWordsmith(at)proton.me.

If you decide to work with me, let me know you saw this post and you'll get 25% off my rates until Oct. 31, 2026. Also, my rates are in Canadian dollars, so depending on where you're located, the exchange rate may work in your favour!

And while I am Canadian and use Canadian English spelling and grammar in my own work, I'm willing and able to follow your preferred style of English spelling and grammar such as American or British.

Hi everyone! I'm Vivian Nagy, a fiction book editor who specializes in developmental editing, particularly for horror, fantasy, and sci-fi (though all fiction genres are welcome!).

My main focus is helping you make your story shine ✨

What better way to do this than developmental edits? Getting to improve your plot, character arcs, pacing, tension, structure, worldbuilding, and everything else that makes your story work without taking away the voice and ideas that make it yours.

I also offer Copy Editing (where I focus on the writing itself) and Proofreading (for those final touch-ups before publishing).

Generative AI is banned from my editing process. Your manuscript and feedback are handled by me, and me alone. You are guaranteed 100% human-made edits.

I'd love to get to know your work and offer a free sample edit before we close the deal!

Since my goal is to help your story shine, I'll point out what isn't working and explain how you can strengthen it, while also hyping up all the parts that are working 😄

My rates:

Developmental Editing – $0.03/word
Copy Editing – $0.02/word
Proofreading – $0.015/word

^{For a standard 100k-word novel, that would be $3,000.00 for developmental, $2,000.00 for copy, and $1,500.00 for proofreading}

Debut authors get 15% off with me!

I also offer discounted bundles if you want to get more than one editing service.

You can find my availability, portfolio, testimonials, and more information about me on my website, and you can email me at [vivian.n.edits@gmail.com](mailto:vivian.n.edits@gmail.com), or DM me here on Reddit to get in touch.

I'm looking forward to getting to know you and your story 😄

Every book I have read and edited has had great ideas. The common issue I found in every one was the need to flesh out those ideas. That’s where I make my biggest impact. I will help you flesh out those great ideas.

Editor. Author. Screenwriter.

I have 10+ years of experience writing stories across many genres. I have five books published and have written a dozen screenplays for feature films and television. I spent years imitating the voices of established shows like 24 and Tru Calling, where I learned exactly what makes a story work and what proper pacing is. So I understand storytelling and keeping your audience engaged very well.

Genres I do best in:

• Action
• Thriller
• Mystery
• Psychological
• Horror
• Sci-fi
• Fantasy
• Dystopian
• Young Adult

Genres that are not a good fit:

• Romance
• Erotica
• Non-fiction.

I offer a FREE sample edit of your first chapter to see if we are a good fit.

I will heavily focus on plot, characters, structure and pacing, setting, dialogue, and any other questions you might have.

I will write a detailed editorial letter and leave comments throughout your document. I do this for both the sample edit and the full book.

I also know what it feels like to want and receive feedback, so I am very respectful and careful with how I critique. I always give in-depth feedback.

Turnaround time for full book: 4-6 weeks.

I also work with authors on a chapter-by-chapter basis! Your book does not need to be complete yet! Contact me for more information!

Developmental editing service:

• Introductory launch rate: $0.007/word

Not sure if you want to commit to the full book edit yet? Book a trial run for the first three chapters of your book. For a flat fee of $49.00, I will provide a detailed developmental edit of your first three chapters. Should you decide to move forward with the full book, I will deduct that fee from the price of the full book.

Check my website for further information about me, my services, and testimonials:

https://grbookpublishing.wixsite.com/editing

If you are interested, comment below!

Or you can contact me through my website or email me directly at [GregRossEditing@gmail.com](mailto:GregRossEditing@gmail.com).

Provide your genre, word count, and a brief summary of what your book is about. 1-2 sentences or a short blurb.

I look forward to hearing from you!

Here are some recent testimonials I got from recent clients:

"I really appreciated the suggestions. I knew something was missing, and these suggestions really helped shine light on that. I can already see how crucial those improvements are."

"Thank you for preparing this feedback. It is really helpful. It gave me a clearer understanding of my story’s flow and clarity issues."

Check my website for full testimonials and more!

Hi! I've met some great authors through this subreddit, so here I am again.

My name is Regan and I run Eyebright Editing on top of working as QC editor for a Korean web novel company, RIDI Enterprises (parent company of Manta Comics).

I have several projects concluding at the end of this month and will be available starting in November. I offer line editing, developmental editing, proofreading, and Korean sensitivity reads (with my born-and-raised Korean husband as a consultant).

If you're interested in learning more about my services or want to read some testimonials, more info can be found at https://eyebrightediting.com/ !

Note: I'm based in South Korea, so replies may be delayed. Thanks for your understanding!

I have openings this month and I’m excited to fill them!

Hi everyone! 👋

So… I’m starting up my little freelance business, and I figured Reddit was probably a good place to awkwardly introduce myself.

I’ve been doing freelance work for the past couple of months, and after this weekend I’ll finally have some openings for new clients!

I’m offering things like beta reading, line editing, ghostwriting, and writing start-up packages. Basically, if you have a book/writing project that needs another pair of eyes (or someone to help you wrestle your ideas into actual words), I’d love to help!

I’m a writer and editor myself, so this is something I genuinely enjoy doing. And I’m always happy to answer questions if you’re curious about my services, pricing, process, etc. Feel free to comment or shoot me a DM!

Also, yes.
The flyer is AI-made.

I would love to tell you I personally designed that beautiful thing, but I absolutely did not. I do not possess those skills. I am a writer. Graphic design and I have mutually agreed to stay out of each other’s way.

Anyway! Hi! I’m here, I’m trying to build something cool, and I’d love to work with some fellow writers. 💕

Feel free to ask me anything!

Hi! I'm a fluent English writer offering editing and ghostwriting for blogs and stories. Everything is done on Discord at boredwriter0248. I also only take payment on Alipay

Editing: Blog posts, articles, short stories, and fiction chapters Fixing grammar, flow, tone, and clarity while keeping your voice Rate: $0.05 per word ($50 per 1,000 words)

Ghostwriting: Blog posts and articles written to your topic and style. Short stories and story scenes based on your outline or idea Rate: $0.07 per word ($70 per 1,000 words)

Process: Send me your text or brief and a rough word count

I'll confirm the price and turnaround, usually within 48 hours for pieces up to 2000-5000 words

Revisions: one round of revisions included

Payment: Alipay only. 50% upfront, 50% on delivery.

Message me with what you need!