Hire the Best Developmental Editors in Indiana

I’m an indie fantasy author who has edited my own novel from draft to publication, handling line edits, proofreading, and final polish alongside the writing process. I understand how much clarity, consistency, and tone matter — especially in stories where voice and immersion are everything. I specialize in fiction editing and proofreading, with a focus on clean prose, strong narrative flow, and preserving the author’s voice. I’m detail-oriented, communicative, and thoughtful in my feedback, whether you’re preparing a manuscript for submission or publication. If you’re looking for an editor who treats your story with care and precision, I’d love to work together.

Everyone has a story to tell, but turning thoughts into something real on the page can be overwhelming. That’s where I come in, with ears to hear what’s unspoken, eyes to notice the details, and a heart to help you shape it all into something meaningful. I help people with stories, whether you’re young and burning to speak something true, or holding a lifetime of wisdom you want to pass on. Memoirs, letters to loved ones, the moments that made you—I help bring your story to life, in your voice and on your terms. —As a ghostwriter, I listen deeply and write with empathy so your words feel honest and fully you. —As a copy editor and proofreader, I bring sharp eyes and serious care to every line—whether it’s a full manuscript, a website, an academic paper, or even that “quick note” you want to say just right. Whether you’re starting from scratch or fine-tuning the final version, I’ll walk with you through every step... or the whole journey. Your words matter. Your story matters. Let’s make sure they land the way they deserve to.

• I work with small presses and indie authors in all stages of book development, including developmental editing, line editing, proofreading, beta reading, and marketing (such as writing back cover text, taglines, and assigning search keywords and categories). • Experienced in all genres, particularly romance and mystery/thriller. • I collaborate with you—we have conversations instead of me just making edits on the fly. I want to have a clear idea of your vision because I’m here to help amplify your voice, not change it.

There's nothing more irritating than trying to figure out where to put those pesky commas or finding the ideal word to describe that perfect moment that keeps slipping out of your head when you need it most. I have three and a half years of professional editing experience and am a member of a writing group that frequently discusses plot and character development in members' stories. I have self-published a poetry anthology and a short story anthology, and I have three more manuscripts currently in various stages of the writing and editing phases. With all that under my belt, as well as numerous years of helping friends and family write their stories, I can help you bring your manuscript to life! I love assisting fellow authors in finding those bright, vibrant words that help make their stories colorful and exciting, building characters and describing scenes to bring their stories to life on the page. I'm very adept at finding misplaced or missing commas, quotation marks, and periods. In fact, most of the editing I do involves finding and correcting technicals errors within manuscripts. Additionally, I get excited to give authors feedback and advice on the fantastic worlds they've created. Editing and proofreading is my passion! If you think we might be a good fit, please reach out to me. I can't wait to hear from you!

I am a native US English speaker with 7 years of professional editing experience and a master's degree in folklore studies. I work with writers, academics, and professionals to produce polished, publication-ready content across a range of genres and formats. My editing background spans copy and line editing, proofreading, and developmental feedback. Past clients include native and non-native English speakers working on manuscripts, dissertations, and marketing materials. I am familiar with Chicago, MLA, and APA styles and currently work as a Writing Expert with Grammarly, where I apply my editorial expertise to evaluate writing quality and style standards. As a folklorist with graduate-level training in oral narratives and genre theory, I bring a deep understanding of storytelling to beta reading. If your project involves speculative fiction, mythology, fairy tale retellings, or any narrative rooted in folk tradition, I can offer feedback that goes beyond surface-level editing. I am detail-oriented, deadline-driven, easy to work with, and passionate about improving communication in all its forms! Whatever your project, I'll give your work the careful attention it deserves.

Actively looking to fill one opening on my roster (long-term preferred but not required) I have 15 years of experience in ghostwriting and editing in a variety of fiction genres (sci-fi, western, gen and lit fic) as well as nonfiction work, with an emphasis on history and theology. The majority of my fiction work has been in Westerns and detective stories, but if you've got a good idea, I'm always on board. I studied American Lit and Professional Editing at the graduate level, so I'm always ready to take on a client as a coach, or proofer, or even just a sounding board. Rates are always negotiable per project and, depending on the week, rush work is available occasionally. Nearly all of my ghostwriting work has become a top 10-genre novel and I'd love to help you accomplish the same. Even if you're just in the thinking stage, please don't hesitate to reach out and say hello. I'm one of those people who just love stories and would enjoy hearing about yours. Contact for samples, discussion, and more information. Chats and project discussions are always free. *Please bear in mind that the hourly rate is rarely how I work, so it's basically a place-holder and we can discuss*