Hi, I'm Erika!
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I've been copyediting and proofreading for over a decade now! I got my start as a publishing intern, then started freelancing for a slew of different clients, and now I'm back to book editing, my happy place! In a previous incarnation of my business, I specialized as an academic copyeditor and transcript proofreader, which gave me invaluable experience honing my skills and figuring out which clients I most wanted to work with. Fiction and nonfiction indie authors are where it's at for me!
Every editor's journey is different. Mine started in 2011, as an editing intern for a small traditional publisher, Breakwater Books, in Newfoundland. After working with the managing editor, I was hired on as a publishing assistant, which gave me invaluable in-house experience in the publishing industry doing a bit of everything: copyediting, proofreading, reading and responding to 'slush' pile submissions, handling permissions, and more. After a year, I decided to go freelance. I founded E.S. Editing Services and never looked back. |
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SERVICES
Line/Copyediting
Perfect for indie authors who have finished with developmental and structural edits and want their book as refined as possible at the sentence level. Let me take care of the details so you can feel confident your book is ready for publishing and in the best shape for your readers.
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Copyediting
A professional eye on your story is invaluable. Let me take care of the mechanics (grammar, punctuation, spelling, consistency of all kinds) so you can rest assured you'll be publishing a professional, high-quality book readers won't be able to put down.
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Proofreading
Proofreading is the final quality-assurance phase of your publishing journey. Once your copyedited manuscript has been formatted, I'll proofread the PDF to catch any remaining glitches or errors before you upload or send to print. Such an important step in the process.
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GENRES
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Fiction
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Nonfiction
👉 Check out my nonfiction portfolio here! |
Imagine finally being able to trust that you have a capable editor on your team who can help you publish high-quality books on repeat.
For the first few years of my freelance editing business I edited academic articles, theses, and dissertations as well as completed untold hours of transcription and proofreading for academic research groups. I fine-tuned my craft and attention to detail on loads of academic research, but I eventually pivoted back to book editing, where I had started all the way back in 2011. I knew right away that I was back in my happy place, helping indie authors and publishers achieve their ambitious publishing goals.
If you'd like to know more about how we can work together, get in touch! I'd love to connect.
What clients have to say about working with me
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After working with her, I feel confident that the book is as strong as it can possibly be!
“Erika's got the golden touch! She took such good care of my romantasy debut. She's incredibly thorough, and it's clear that she scoured every line for errors and readability. In addition to the typical mistakes and grammatical errors (commas are my nemesis), she points out repeated words, awkward phrases, and continuity issues. She communicates with the utmost professionalism--and a healthy dose of much-needed encouragement mixed in. The style sheet she provides is an extra touch of magic. After working with her, I feel confident that the book is as strong as it can possibly be!” Amelia McLeod
author of Winter's Fate |
line/copyediting of a romantasy
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For once, my expectations of an editor were fully realized
“I think it is rare that a writer finds an editor who is perfectly in sync and able to handle the task of turning a rough diamond into a polished gem, yet this is how I felt after working for a month with Erika on my new manuscript. She picks up on those inconsistencies and errors which dog writers and can lead to that unprofessional feel in a new book. Her suggestions are to the point, diplomatically presented, and her feedback is thorough. For once, my expectations of an editor were fully realized.” Eric Colbourne
author of Chronicles of Fair Island |
copyediting of short story collection
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Working with Erika was a collaborative and empowering experience
“Erika’s meticulous editing of my manuscript not only corrected grammar errors but also significantly improved its clarity and coherence. Her insightful suggestions guided me toward areas that needed further elaboration, enhancing the overall quality of my book. Working with Erika was a collaborative and empowering experience, as she respected my voice while offering valuable feedback. Her professionalism and dedication ensured that the manuscript evolved into a polished and refined piece of work. I highly recommend Erika to any author looking to elevate their writing and refine their manuscript.” J.R. Szpila
author of The Stars Who Bleed |
line/copyediting of YA fantasy
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Her attention to detail is fantastic
“Erika's involvement in this project was a huge blessing! Her attention to detail is fantastic, and the style sheet she provided along with the revised manuscript provided consistency during the editing process. I appreciate the way she made necessary changes without altering the work's tone or style and how her written comments thoroughly explained the suggested changes. She communicated effectively and promptly and met all deadlines with ease. I can confidently recommend Erika to those seeking quality editing services!” Bahr Buhr
author of A Harvest Tenfold |
line/copyediting of dystopian novelette
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I absolutely made the right choice
“Erika took my manuscript from good to great! I got a sample edit from four editors for my copyedit and hers was by far the best. She was far better than any others at maintaining my voice while making my writing clearer and more polished. I absolutely made the right choice with her. Her attention to detail was outstanding and exceeded my expectations.” Zach Leezer
author of Rethink Yourself |
line/copyediting of nonfiction book
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I can’t wait to work with her for my next novel!
“Working with Erika was so helpful in polishing my novel. I think the edits are marvelous and made the story much sharper and engaging, shoring up my weaknesses. It’s been so nice to see my thoughts translated into something quicker and more crisp. The editorial assessment was so helpful. So many light bulbs went off in my head. The feedback she offered taught me how I can improve my writing, and it’s inspired me to write better already.” Luke Atkinson
author of Blood Oath |
line/copyediting of weird western
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