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During my 35-year run as a writer and editor, I tried a bit of everything before finally finding my home in the glorious madness of narrative design. I've paid the bills as a comedy writer (stand-up, sketch, radio) and newspaper editor. I wrote a comic-book series endorsed by Clive Barker and edited many many others, including a whole lot of books for Scout Comics. I wrote/directed the horror movie THE WRONG HOUSE and played monsters in several other films. For the video game EPIC TAVERN, I created hundreds of quests, more than 150 playable characters with unique backstories, and did extensive worldbuilding. For MURDER ON THE MIDWAY (which I also coded), I designed dialogue trees and created a fully-functioning traveling carnival loaded with dozens of memorable characters. I recently cowrote the 10-episode audio series UNDERTOW: BLOOD FOREST and wrote the standalone audio ghost story RETURN TO BLACKOUT POINT, both of which were produced and distributed by Realm. I thrive on complexity, I have a quiet, dedicated home office deep in the Maine wilderness and impeccable references as a remote writer and editor. It is my firm belief that having worked in damn-near every storytelling medium known to humankind has prepared me to handle anything a project throws at me.

About me: I'm a writer and editor with a passion for crafting polished, engaging, authentic content that connects with readers. With a background in education and over a decade of experience, I specialize in fiction writing, developmental editing, and proofreading across a range of topics. My strengths include: Strong command of grammar, style, and tone Skilled in both line editing and big-picture revisions Proven ability to meet deadlines and communicate clearly Notable accomplishments: Edited full-length novels, blog posts, web content, and academic materials Helped authors strengthen query packages and prepare for publication MFA candidate for Creative Writing, Bachelor’s degree in English I'm excited to collaborate with new clients and help bring your vision to life. PLEASE NOTE: I no longer work with any AI content. If your project was generated with AI or involves training AI, I am not the best fit for you.

Do you want a book readers can get lost in? How about reviews that don't mention typos and inconsistencies? Maine Woods Editing can help. I am a highly detail-oriented proofreader/copyeditor able to meet tight deadlines, spot typos, find plot holes and inconsistencies, and make suggestions that respect your authorial voice. With Maine Woods Editing, you are getting a reader perspective, an editor's experience and guidance, and tips that can help you take your writing to the next level. My services: • Proofreading for spelling, punctuation, and formatting issues • Copyediting for style, consistency, grammar, punctuation, and spelling I have experience editing book reviews, magazines, feature articles, fiction and nonfiction, cookbooks, and book blurbs. I am familiar with both AP style and the Chicago Manual of Style, and I'm a proficient user of Microsoft Word. Since leaving Kirkus Reviews magazine and starting Maine Woods Editing, I have helped forty authors polish almost eighty books. Will yours be next? • Maine Woods Editing did an excellent job; I learned a thing or two. Betsy’s attention to detail, proactive feedback, and turnaround time were outstanding. The fact that my publisher prefers MWE says it all. MWE is the very best editorial service that I've worked with during my 40 years as a published author. -William C. Dietz • We publish a lot of well known authors and have won a number of major awards in SF and Fantasy (including the Hugo and Nebula). Betsy has worked with us for years and has been an integral part of our success, and I am sure we will continue to work with her for future projects. -Shahid Mahmud, Founder & Editor • MWE was fast, friendly, and clear with any questions about my work. Betsy was thorough and caught things even previous readers and other editors had missed. Recommended! -Randee Dawn • "Elizabeth is an amazing editor. Her passion shows in her detailed feedback. Her kind, encouraging words and professionalism create an enjoyable and successful author-editor relationship. I plan to work with her again on all my future projects." -Adele Knight • "Elizabeth taught me so much about my writing and was excited to help me grow as an author." -M.E. Thornwood • "Working with Maine Woods Editing was the best decision I made for my book. Elizabeth provided me with thorough edits, guidance, and incredible patience. I cannot recommend her services enough." -Kelly Renway

I am an avid reader who has turned my love of books into a freelance career. My portfolio is diverse, ranging from children's books and poetry to historical nonfiction. Although I specialize in the more fantastical genres, I am always looking for new and diverse projects. Along with basic proofreading and copywriting, I enjoy the challenge of deep editing with special focus on detail and ensuring each piece flows with a consistent and captivating voice. My time spent learning to hand craft books, from setting type and running the presses to tooling and binding the leather, has given me a unique appreciation for the written word. As an author myself, I understand how important it is to have a constructive working relationship between writer and editor. This is why I make it a point to establish an open line of prompt and thorough communication with my clients to create the best partnership possible. I am always open to learning new things in the wonderful world of writing, so please feel free to contact me with any inquiries. *Please note that I am a very open-minded creative. I am comfortable working with many diverse and explicit subjects, so please don't hesitate to ask about non-traditional projects.