Our Top 12 Children's Book Editors

What makes a good children's book editor?

When it comes to finding the right editor for your children's book, qualifications and experience are important. However, in most cases, a résumé is just the tip of the iceberg. You need not only a talented editor, but also a project partner — someone who will be willing to work with you every step of the way to make your children’s book shine. That’s where we come in.

At ServiceScape, our editors are as invested in your book's outcome as you are. 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 children's book is ready for publication.

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

Find the very best children's book editing talent

Using our platform, you can browse the profiles, ratings, and reviews of professional children’s book editors from around the world. To understand 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 children’s book editor will be your perfect partner in preparing your manuscript for publication.

What if I have a question?

With ServiceScape, we believe in the value of open communication throughout your project. Our professionals will be happy to answer any questions you might have regarding experience or expertise before you submit your manuscript, and if you need to reach out about anything during the editing process, your chosen editor will get back to you as quickly as possible. Once you have received the edited version, you are welcome to continue communicating with your editor to ask additional questions, follow up on revisions, get feedback on further changes, or even share updates on your publishing status. You can also set up a teleconference call with your editor to talk one-on-one regarding your children's book project.

With free and open communication, we guarantee that you and your children's book editor will always be on the same page.

What a ServiceScape children's book editor will do for you

When you hire a ServiceScape children’s book editor, the process will begin with the fundamental corrections that you would expect from any professional editor. However, ServiceScape editors believe in going further to ensure that your children’s book is the best it can be.

Your ServiceScape editor will leave comments in the margins for any issues that require additional clarification. They may even suggest rewrites if they feel there could be a more effective 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
• Assess age appropriateness and ensure that word choice, vocabulary, and content are on target
• Assess rhyme and meter for rhyming books
• Recommend art and text page layout for picture books
• 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
• Check for consistency in regional English spelling conventions, including American, British, Canadian, and Australian
• Recommend removing 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

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