Our Top 15 Book Editors

What makes a good book editor?

What makes an editor the right fit for your book editing project? Qualifications are one key component, but in most cases a résumé is just the tip of the iceberg.

At ServiceScape, our book editors are more than professionals with good qualifications who can correct errors in your book. They are project partners who are willing to work with you every step of the way. They will respond to your needs, answer every question, and brainstorm with you to approach problems from new angles. They are ahead of the curve in understanding what is expected from your manuscript, and they will apply their knowledge of industry standards to ensure your book is ready for publication.

With ServiceScape, you will have a comprehensive solution tailored to the unique needs of your book project.

Use ServiceScape to find the very best book editing talent

With ServiceScape, you can browse the profiles, ratings, and reviews of professional book editors from across the world. To get a better sense of what they can offer, you can see what types of writing they have edited in the past and read samples of edited materials within their portfolios. Many of our editors have been rated hundreds or even thousands of times. With their proven track record and performance history, you can be confident that your chosen book editor will be your perfect partner in perfecting your manuscript so it is ready for publication.

In addition, our directory of editors is divided into over 15 book subdisciplines. Whether your book is a nonfiction manuscript, adventure novel, or collection of short stories, it is easy to sort our pool of editing talent to find the right editor with the right skill set. We also have editors who specialize in several manuals of style, including the Chicago Manual of Style. Just choose your style guide requirement within our directory, and you will be presented with editors who specialized in that discipline.

What if I have a question?

With ServiceScape, it is easy to communicate with your editor before, during, and after your book editing project. If you have any questions regarding experience or expertise, the editor will answer them before you submit your manuscript, and any questions or issues that come up during the editing process will be addressed right away. Once you have received the edited version, you are welcome to continue communicating with your editor, such as to share updates on your publishing status or ask questions regarding the next best step. You can even set up a teleconference call with your book editor to talk one-on-one regarding your project. With free and open communication, we guarantee that you and your editor will be on the same page throughout the editing process.

What a ServiceScape book editor will do for you

When you hire your book editor, the individual will start with the fundamental corrections that you would expect from a professional editor. However, ServiceScape editors believe in going further to ensure that your book is the best it can be. Our editors will make certain that your writing effectively expresses your ideas and flows effortlessly.

Your editor will leave comments in the margins for any issues that require additional clarification, highlight ambiguous or factually incorrect statements, and ensure that everything is internally consistent and ready for publication. They may even rewrite sections of your book if there is a better way to get your point across. By the time we are finished, your writing will be enhanced so your voice as an author can shine through.

Specifically, our editors will:

• Correct errors in spelling, grammar, syntax, tense, and sentence structure
• Ensure that your book adheres to any required style guide, such as the Chicago Manual of Style
• Improve readability, clarity, and flow
• Ensure tonal consistency
• Enhance your word choice and vocabulary
• Check for consistency in regional English spelling conventions, including American, British, Canadian, and Australian
• Remove redundant and unnecessary content to focus your writing
• Evaluate your manuscript and make sure that your ideas are fully developed
• Offer feedback on the overall impact of the book from a reader’s perspective

No one does book editing better than ServiceScape. Start browsing now to find the perfect editor for your book.