Hire the Best Developmental Editors

Before I started running book production for others, I did it for myself, twice over. Most authors know what they want to say. What stops a project is everything that comes after the idea, and for a publisher that means files that come back wrong, timelines that slip, and a title that should have shipped weeks ago. That's the part I take off your plate. I work as an extension of your production pipeline, not a one-off freelancer you have to manage line by line. Hand me a manuscript and a spec, and you get back clean, consistent, on-deadline files that pass platform review the first time. The technical side is where I'm strongest. Print-ready PDFs with proper embedding and trim setup, reflowable ePubs that hold up across readers, and distribution configured correctly on KDP, IngramSpark, Draft2Digital, and B&N Press. I'm a published author myself (The Logic of Healing, The Line Between Help and Harm), so I read a manuscript the way your editors do, not just the way a formatter does. What I handle for publishers and agencies: Developmental and copy editing Interior formatting and typesetting (print and digital) ePub creation and conversion Print-ready PDF prep and file QA KDP, IngramSpark, Draft2Digital, and B&N Press distribution setup Manuscript pipeline and production management across a list I also take on ghostwriting and full self-publishing consulting when a client needs the manuscript built from the ground up. That work is selective, but it means I understand the whole arc of a book, which makes me a better production partner for the parts you actually need. If you've got a title stuck somewhere between finished draft and finished book, that's exactly the gap I close. Send me the manuscript and tell me where it needs to land.

✍️ Book Editor | Developmental, Line & Copy Editing | Proofreading | Beta Reading Hi there! I'm the editor you call when your manuscript is almost there... but not quite. Whether you’ve written a novel, memoir, self-help book, or something that doesn’t fit neatly into a genre box, I’ll help you turn your draft into something clean, clear, and impossible to put down. With a background in professional editing and a lifelong obsession with storytelling, I offer a full menu of editing services—from high-level story shaping to nitpicky proofreading that even your grammar-nerd friend would applaud. 📚 What I Do (a.k.a. How I Help Writers Like You): 🧠 Developmental Editing – The big-picture stuff. Plot holes? Flat characters? Wobbly pacing? I’ll point them out—with kindness—and give you the tools to fix them. You’ll get an editorial letter + chapter-by-chapter notes. 🖋️ Line Editing – Sentence surgery. I’ll fine-tune your prose so it flows better, hits harder, and sounds like you—but on your best day. Think of it as turning the volume up on your voice, not changing the station. 🛠️ Copy Editing – Grammar, punctuation, syntax, and consistency. Less glamorous, but super important. Because no one wants to be their when they meant they’re. 🔍 Proofreading – The final polish. I’ll catch those sneaky little typos, rogue commas, and formatting hiccups before your book heads out into the wild. 👀 Beta Reading – Reader feedback from someone who’s not your mom. I’ll give you an honest, thoughtful report on what’s working, what’s not, and what readers might stumble on. ☑️ Specializations I help authors, entrepreneurs, students, and creatives bring their words to life through a wide range of writing, editing, and publishing services, including: ✔ Academic Essays & Research Reports ✔ Beta Reading & Reports – honest, reader-focused critique ✔ Book & eBook Design – covers, layouts, Canva ✔ Book Blurbs, Proposals & Synopses ✔ Business, Leadership & Productivity Books ✔ Children’s Story Writing ✔ Developmental Editing – structure, pacing, tone, engagement ✔ eBook Writing & Ghostwriting ✔ Game & Interactive Writing – quests, branching narratives ✔ Ghostwriting & Co-Writing – from notes/outlines to polished manuscripts ✔ KDP Formatting, Cover Design & Publishing Support ✔ Line, Copy Editing & Proofreading – crisp, clear, error-free prose ✔ Low-Content Books – journals, planners, trackers ✔ Memoirs, Life Stories & Personal Essays ✔ Monologues & Dialogue – theater, YouTube, drama students ✔ Narrative Nonfiction & Research Writing ✔ Newsletters & Email Copywriting ✔ Poetry – books, weddings, memorials, gifts ✔ Screenwriting & Scriptwriting – film, TV, YouTube, stage ✔ Self-Help, Spiritual, Motivational & Wellness Writing ✔ Short Stories, Flash Fiction & Microfiction ✔ Transcription – image-to-text & audio-to-text ✔ Travel & Lifestyle Writing ✨ Who I Work With: - Fiction writers: fantasy, romance, sci-fi, literary, thriller, mystery—you name it - Nonfiction authors: memoir, business, self-help, thought leadership - First-timers, indie authors, hybrid authors, and traditionally published pros - Big book? Short story? Half-finished manuscript that’s whispering “help me”? I’ve got you. 💼 Why Me? - Friendly, thorough, and low on ego - Big on voice—yours, not mine - Comfortable working with Chicago Manual of Style, APA, or your preferred style - Deadlines = sacred - Confidentiality = guaranteed - Feedback = direct but never harsh (this is your book, after all) 📦 What You’ll Get: - Edited files in Microsoft Word with Tracked Changes - Clean version (because not everyone likes red marks) - Clear editorial letters or beta reports (no vague notes like “this part felt off”) - Follow-up support, because editing is a team sport 💬 What Clients Say: “Insightful and supportive—she saw issues I didn’t even know existed.” “She saved my manuscript from being a hot mess. Worth every penny.” “Funny, sharp, and incredibly professional. Will hire again!” “Her editorial letter was like a roadmap to a better book. Clear, smart, and so helpful.” “I’ve worked with other editors before—this was the first time I felt truly heard.” “She didn’t just fix my words—she made me a better writer.” “Fast turnaround, honest feedback, and she actually made editing... fun?” 🔧 Let’s Work Together Have a draft and not sure if it needs editing, feedback, or just a strong cup of coffee? Let’s talk. I’ll help you figure out what stage you're in and how I can help. 📩 Drop me a message with your word count, genre, and goals—and let’s make your manuscript shine. - Riz

Your book deserves an editor who cares about it as much as you do. I'm a Top Rated book editor specializing in romance and commercial fiction, with extensive experience in memoir and nonfiction. I help authors take a manuscript from rough draft to a polished, publication-ready book. Whether you need developmental editing, line editing, copy editing, a continuity review, a beta read, or professional ebook and print formatting for Amazon KDP, I can meet your project wherever it is. I also ghostwrite select fiction and nonfiction projects, including lead magnets, novellas, and shorter books. Romance is one of my specialties. From clean and sweet to contemporary, historical, romantic suspense, billionaire, mafia, enemies-to-lovers, and high-heat stories, I understand what romance readers expect. If your dual POV needs balancing, your emotional pacing needs tightening, or your chemistry and heat level need better alignment with your audience's expectations, I'll help strengthen those elements without ever flattening your voice. And if you're deep into a series and worried that book seven contradicts something from book two, that is exactly the kind of problem I love solving. I also genuinely love working with memoir and nonfiction authors. Whether you are telling a deeply personal story, sharing your expertise, or building a book around an important message, I can help shape your material with clarity, structure, and emotional impact. Your story and ideas stay yours. My job is to make them clearer, stronger, and more compelling for the reader. Behind every project is nearly a decade of publishing house experience across the full editorial process, and I bring that same standard to your work: honest feedback when the manuscript needs stronger structure, careful line and copy editing when the pages need polish, and clean, publication-ready files in Vellum or Atticus when you are ready to publish. Many of my authors stay with me from the first read through the final files. A recent client who had previously hired eight editors for four published novels shared: "You have done more fine-combing and taught me more than any of the eight editors I hired for my previous four novels, including well-known award-winning writers and professors of creative writing. Besides uncovering inconsistencies and mistakes no one else would have, you took the time to know my characters, understand their motives, and understand my aim in writing this story." If you want an editor and ghostwriter who will protect your voice, tell you the truth about what your project needs, and care deeply about getting it right, send me a message. I'd love to hear about your project.

I believe my role as an editor is to help writers express themselves in their own voice as clearly and eloquently as possible. This calls for honesty, sensitivity, excellent communication, a collaborative mindset, and an obsessive attention to detail, all traits I strive to embody every day. As they say, variety is the spice of life, and for me this holds true in editing as well. That's why I edit most types of content (yes, including AI-generated or assisted, though I advise writers to please at least attempt to write your own content), and am always eager to forge long-term relationships. I have years of experience editing: - Fiction (Adult, YA, and middle-grade): fantasy, thriller, mystery/suspense, literary, historical. All lengths, from short stories to epic fantasies - Non-fiction: memoir, historical, self-help/personal development, marketing collateral, white papers, consultant reports, etc. *Please note that AI-generated content is more difficult to edit than human writing because of its deceptive nature and lack of depth/personality/nuance, which can result in longer timeframes for completion. We editors are trying to adapt to the 'AI slop' flooding the market, but trust me, we'd much rather be helping you polish your own writing and enhancing your authentic voice! While I will edit AI content, I have never and will never use AI in my editing process. Personally, I don't believe AI is capable of doing what I can do with my human brain. I'm passionate about what I do, and consider it a privilege to help writers of all skill levels bring their vision to life. Know that I will be as invested as you are in the quality of your final draft. Reach out to me and let's get started! I look forward to working with you.

Top Rated | 7+ Years Experience | 70+ Five-Star Reviews | $20K+ Earned I edit manuscripts that help authors finally get the responses they’ve been waiting for. One of my recent clients went from hearing nothing after months of querying to receiving 2 full manuscript requests within 5 weeks after I helped strengthen the story structure and fix the pacing issues holding the book back. Send me your first 3 chapters, and I’ll identify the biggest issue weakening your manuscript for free, no strings attached. Most manuscripts don't fail because the writing is bad. They fail because the author is too close to see what's breaking it: pacing that stalls in the middle, voice inconsistencies that lose readers early, structural gaps that make agents pass without explanation. That is exactly what I diagnose and fix. With 7+ years of editing experience across fiction, nonfiction, memoir, self-help, and children's books, I have helped authors go from rejected drafts to 5-star published books and successful agent queries. Services: -Developmental Editing: story structure, pacing, character arcs, narrative cohesion -Line Editing: sentence rhythm, voice, clarity, emotional resonance -Proofreading: grammar, punctuation, spelling, final polish before publishing -Beta Reading: honest reader feedback before you query or go live I also do the following: - Ghostwriting: I can also ghostwrite your book for you if you have an outline or idea you want me to develop. - Book formatting: I can format your book into an ePub version with reflowable table of contents, paperback and hardback versions. - Book cover design: I can design attractive book covers and wraparound book coveres for your book that would help your book make sales once it is published. I work to Chicago Manual of Style or APA standards and tailor every edit to your genre, tone, and voice. You get a full editorial letter, tracked changes, and clear reasoning behind every recommendation. I only take on 6 new manuscript projects per month to protect quality. 70+ authors have already trusted me with their manuscripts and walked away with agent requests, 5-star reviews, and published books. If you are reading this, I likely still have a spot. Message me right now with your first 3 chapters and I will tell you exactly what is holding your manuscript back, at no cost, before you spend a single dollar.

Hi, I’m Eimear—a freelance editor, proofreader, and story-shaper. With 10+ years of experience in writing, editing, and proofreading across corporate and creative spaces, I specialize in transforming manuscripts into polished, engaging, and publication-ready work—while preserving the author’s voice. I hold a Master’s in Journalism and have completed the Poynter ACES Certificate in Editing, bringing strong judgment, accuracy, and narrative sensitivity to every project. My areas of expertise include: ✍🏻 Line & Copy Editing I refine sentences for clarity, flow, tone, grammar, and consistency, enhancing readability while preserving your unique voice. ✍🏻 Developmental Editing I provide thoughtful, constructive feedback on plot, character development, pacing, and overall storytelling—always respecting your vision. ✍🏻 Beta Reading You’ll receive concise, actionable notes on pacing, clarity, engagement, and overall flow. ✍🏻 Proofreading A meticulous final review focused on spelling, punctuation, grammar, and minor inconsistencies. If you’re searching for a freelance editor who prioritizes clear communication, detailed feedback, and supportive guidance, I’d love to hear more about your project. Testimonials: "Eimear is an exceptional editor, with excellent consistency, a strong eye for detail, and the ability to provide insightful feedback in a clear and thoughtful way. A fantastic editor anyone would be lucky to work with!" "I have worked with many copy editors in the past and Eimear was one of the best." "An exceptionally intelligent and helpful beta-reader. Provided highly nuanced points that made me think. Highly, highly recommended."