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Pauline
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Toronto, Canada
Experienced copyeditor and proofreader interested in history, culture, and technology
Genres: Biographies & Memoirs, Non-Fiction, Business & Management, Technology, Cooking, Food, Wine, & Spirits, History, Humanities & Social Sciences, Travel, and Entertainment.
Work experience:
- Wiley
- Rakuten Kobo
Candida
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Halifax, NS, Canada
A social justice–oriented non-fiction editor who loves helping authors express themselves with strength, passion, and clarity.
Genres: Sociology, Humanities & Social Sciences, Non-Fiction, Political Science & Current Affairs, History, LGBTQ Non-Fiction, Education & Reference, Middle Eastern & Islamic Studies, and Biographies & Memoirs.
Work experience:
- Fernwood Publishing
- Self-employed
Sugandha
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Toronto, ON, Canada
Seasoned editor with a flair for storytelling via dreamy children's books, contemporary and literary narratives, and historical fiction!
Genres: Children’s Non-Fiction, Non-Fiction, Contemporary Fiction, Fiction, Historical Fiction, Romance, Young Adult, Short Story, Children's, and Design.
Work experience:
- Primus Books
- Macmillan Education
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Paul
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Verona, Ontario, Canada
I edit books and essays on politics and philosophy. A former magazine editor, trained in Classics, I can help you reach varied audiences.
Genres: Philosophy, Humanities & Social Sciences, Non-Fiction, and Political Science & Current Affairs.
Work experience:
- Self-employed
- The Yale Review
Hilary
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Halifax, NS, Canada
Editor with 20+ years experience in TTRPGs, genre fiction, and academic writing. Specialties in history, sci-fi, romance, and LGBTQ fiction.
Genres: Historical Fiction, Fiction, History, Humanities & Social Sciences, Non-Fiction, Romantic Suspense, Romance, Historical Romance, Gaming & LitRPG, Fantasy, LGBTQ Fiction, Psychological Thriller, Thriller & Suspense, Space Opera, and Science Fiction.
Work experience:
- Sourcebooks
- Dream Pod 9
- Certified Employee Benefit Specialist (CEBS) Program, Dalhousie University
- Self-employed
- Dalhousie University
Donato
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Burlington, ON, Canada
In publishing since 2001, I have editorial experience with several literary genres and non-fiction disciplines, at all stages of development
Genres: Law, Humanities & Social Sciences, Non-Fiction, Art, Philosophy, Poetry, and Fiction.
Work experience:
- Self-employed
- Johns Hopkins University
- University of Windsor
- University of British Columbia; Simon Fraser University
- All Music
- Various Authors
Lucia
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Toronto, ON, Canada
Freelance editor with over 20 years of experience in print and digital publishing. Worked at Scholastic Canada and Pearson Education.
Genres: Middle Grade, Children's, Fiction, Children’s Non-Fiction, Non-Fiction, Mystery & Crime, Young Adult Fantasy, Young Adult, Thriller & Suspense, Urban Fantasy, Fantasy, Dystopian, Science Fiction, and Middle Grade Fantasy.
Work experience:
- Self-employed
- Scholastic Canada
- Pearson Canada
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Leah
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Toronto, ON, Canada
Romance and contemporary fiction specialist with over a decade of editing experience.
Genres: Contemporary Romance, Romance, Fiction, Contemporary Fiction, Women's Fiction, Psychological Thriller, Thriller & Suspense, LGBTQ Fiction, Cozy Mysteries, Mystery & Crime, Horror, and Young Adult.
Work experience:
- Harlequin Books
- Self-employed
- Word and Colour
- Gravytrain
- In/Words
- MIRA Books
Jaclyn
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Vancouver, BC, Canada
Together we'll make your novel, memoir, or nonfiction book sing! Copyeditor and proofreader of 15 years **CURRENTLY BOOKING OCT 2025 ON**
Genres: Art, Humanities & Social Sciences, Non-Fiction, Science Fiction, Fiction, Literary Fiction, Biographies & Memoirs, Self-Help & Self-Improvement, Design, and Contemporary Fiction.
Work experience:
- Self-employed
Victoria
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Ottawa, Canada
I'm a friendly, thorough, supportive Certified Professional Editor who provides copyediting and proofreading services to authors.
Genres: Literary Fiction, Fiction, Fantasy, Science Fiction, Thriller & Suspense, Romantic Suspense, and Romance.
Work experience:
- Self-employed
- CADTH
- Canadian Medical Association Journal
Clelia
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Vancouver, BC, Canada
Clear, sensitive, exceptional editing; Hindu, Buddhist, Sufi, Christian, and other spiritual teachings, self-development, and memoir.
Genres: Biographies & Memoirs, Non-Fiction, Self-Help & Self-Improvement, Religion & Spirituality, Middle Grade Fantasy, Children's, Fiction, Young Adult Fantasy, and Young Adult.
Work experience:
- Self-employed
- Hohm Press
- Sahaja Magazine
Janet
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Vancouver, BC, Canada
Storytelling is my passion. A longtime editor and multi-award-winning writer, I help authors connect, compel and entertain. (AI-free zone!)
Genres: Contemporary Fiction, Fiction, Biographies & Memoirs, Non-Fiction, Cooking, Food, Wine, & Spirits, Travel, Short Story, Action & Adventure, Thriller & Suspense, and Design.
Work experience:
- Self-employed
Raya
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Halifax, NS, Canada
Certified Fictionary Storycoach & editor of upmarket, YA, & fantasy fiction & non-fiction. Would love to edit mystery or occult!
Genres: Literary Fiction, Fiction, History, Humanities & Social Sciences, Non-Fiction, Short Story, Epic Fantasy, and Fantasy.
Work experience:
- Self-employed
- Blood & Bourbon
- Faze Magazine
- The Scene Magazine
Susan
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Vancouver, BC, Canada
I am an editor, author coach, and publishing consultant with 15 years' experience in the publishing industry.
Genres: Fantasy, Fiction, Literary Fiction, Romance, Young Adult, Inspirational, Non-Fiction, Biographies & Memoirs, Business & Management, and Health & Wellbeing.
Work experience:
- Self-employed
- Pearson Education
- Blackhall Publishing
Jennifer
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Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Passionate, motivating editor and book coach dedicated to supporting authors at all stages in their career. Specializes in romantic fiction.
Genres: Paranormal Romance, Romance, Fiction, Contemporary Romance, Romantic Comedy, Women's Fiction, Romantic Suspense, Romantic Fantasy, Dark Romance, and Young Adult.
Work experience:
- Kensington Publishing Corporation (Lyrical Press)
- Lyrical Press/Kensington Publishing Corporation
- Entangled Publishing
- Self-employed
Sabeena
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Montreal, QC, Canada
Experienced editor specializing in the visual arts and culture with a passion for developmental editing, copy editing, and proofreading.
Genres: Design, Non-Fiction, Art, and Humanities & Social Sciences.
Work experience:
- DC Moore Gallery
- Self-employed
Doreen
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Oakville, ON, Canada
Meticulous, experienced editor specializing in historical/period fiction; I also enjoy editing YA, sci-fi, nature, travel and memoir books.
Genres: Fantasy, Fiction, Science Fiction, Travel, Non-Fiction, Nature, Historical Fiction, Coming of Age, Historical Romance, and Romance.
Work experience:
- Toronto Star
- Orange County Register
- Self-employed
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