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I will line edit your novel for successful publication
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Professional Editor of Fiction, Nonfiction, and Poetry
Hi! My name is Dante. I'm a professional editor with 5+ years of experience in fiction, nonfiction, and poetry. I offer developmental editing, line editing, and proofreading services, as well as consu...
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About this Gig
Do you want to publish and query with confidence, knowing your novel shines on every page?
My name's Dante. I'm a professional editor with 5+ years of experience helping authors publish their work traditionally and independently. Previous clients of mine include Jody Azzouni (Oxford University Press), Greg Sandow (The Village Voice), Zach Weiner, Sam Winters, and many others. I'm well-read in a variety of genres, and specialize in literary fiction, sci-fi/fantasy, and horror/thrillers.
Here's a list of the services I offer:
- Developmental editing (pacing, structure, character arcs, etc...)
- Line editing (clarity, style, consistency, tone)
- Copyediting (grammar, punctuation, typos)
- Formatting for publication/submission
- A copy with tracked changes and in-line comments
- A clean copy with all edits accepted
- Professional feedback designed to strengthen your craft
- Publication advice and planning assistance
Whether your novel is 20,000 or 120,000 words, I'll help you get it polished and ready for publication.
Ready to work together and get your work out there? Send me a message for a custom offer.
Language:
English
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Spanish
Audience :
General readers
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Children
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Teen / young adult
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Adult
Delivery style preference
Please inform the freelancer of any preferences or concerns regarding the use of AI tools in the completion and/or delivery of your order.
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FAQ
What genres do you edit?
I have the most experience with literary and speculative fiction, but have also worked on thrillers, horror, and romance. If you're wondering whether or not your work would be a good fit, please send me a message!
Will you help me rewrite certain sections?
I provide guided rewrites and sample revisions under custom offers—please send me a message with details!
What's your turnaround time?
For comprehensive editing of a 60k word manuscript, I will typically require two weeks. This timeframe changes depending on length of the manuscript and level of the edit. I accept rush orders upon request.
What if I just need proofreading?
Send me a message and we'll set up a custom offer!
I'm not sure what type of editing I need.
Perfectly normal! Go ahead and order the basic Sample Edit, and I'll assess the manuscript, letting you know what I think the best course of action is. You can also feel free to send me a message.
Will you edit experimental fiction?
Yes! I love weird, genre-bending, and formally playful fiction.
What file formats do you accept?
Word documents are preferred, but both Docs and Pages are also fine.
Do you sign NDAs?
Yes—happy to sign. I never share client work without permission.
Reviews
21 reviews for this Gig
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Q quexuga
United States
very good, very thorough
$1,000-$2,500
Price
3 weeks
Duration
Helpful?N nataliaauthor
United States
I came to Dante last minute with a 70k word abstract dark romance manuscript (riddled with formatting/grammatical errors) that needed to be print ready in two weeks. He went above and beyond expectations. My first ARC reader for my debut novel read THE ENTIRE THING in one sitting. She said she "could...
$1,000-$2,500
Price
3 weeks
Duration
Helpful?O 
odysseyhousepub
United States
Dante was professional with his approach with my developmental edit, brining up his main concerns. I stretched a story too long and he had the insight to gauge the real length. Without his help, I would still be finding a pace for my story. I’d rather pay than write boring details no one wants. If I...
$600-$800
Price
13 days
Duration
Helpful?O odysseyhousepub
United States
Dante has been a great editor for my novel, sharing his insights into how to create a compelling narrative. He provided his honest opinions on what shouldn’t be included and helped me understand how a novel should be presented. He knows what it takes to make something worth reading and all his notes...
$1,000-$2,500
Price
11 days
Duration
Helpful?S sevengeneration
Canada
Professional, responsive, and delivered a thorough line + copy edit with clear notes on confusing sections and transitions. The manuscript is cleaner and more consistent. Would work with him again.
$800-$1,000
Price
5 weeks
Duration
Helpful?
Reviews
21 reviews for this Gig
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Rating Breakdown
- Seller communication level
- Quality of delivery
- Value of delivery
Sort By
Most relevant
Q quexuga
United States
very good, very thorough
$1,000-$2,500
Price
3 weeks
Duration
Helpful?N nataliaauthor
United States
I came to Dante last minute with a 70k word abstract dark romance manuscript (riddled with formatting/grammatical errors) that needed to be print ready in two weeks. He went above and beyond expectations. My first ARC reader for my debut novel read THE ENTIRE THING in one sitting. She said she "could...
$1,000-$2,500
Price
3 weeks
Duration
Helpful?O odysseyhousepub
United States
Dante was professional with his approach with my developmental edit, brining up his main concerns. I stretched a story too long and he had the insight to gauge the real length. Without his help, I would still be finding a pace for my story. I’d rather pay than write boring details no one wants. If I...
$600-$800
Price
13 days
Duration
Helpful?O odysseyhousepub
United States
Dante has been a great editor for my novel, sharing his insights into how to create a compelling narrative. He provided his honest opinions on what shouldn’t be included and helped me understand how a novel should be presented. He knows what it takes to make something worth reading and all his notes...
$1,000-$2,500
Price
11 days
Duration
Helpful?S sevengeneration
Canada
Professional, responsive, and delivered a thorough line + copy edit with clear notes on confusing sections and transitions. The manuscript is cleaner and more consistent. Would work with him again.
$800-$1,000
Price
5 weeks
Duration
Helpful?
