Crime/thriller, romance and literary fiction editing for indie authors and publishers
Your story. Your voice. That won't change.
Have you written a novel that you dream of publishing but feel slightly overwhelmed by the next stage? I specialise in editing romance, crime and literary fiction and helping indie authors create books that readers will love.
If you aren't sure what to expect from the editing process, let me put your mind at rest. Many of my clients felt exactly the same. But you'll have me by your side every step of the way, providing positive and constructive feedback. I believe in editing with empathy and working together. Your writing will be polished so that it flows smoothly, allowing you to concentrate on producing great stories ready for self-publishing or submitting to agents.
Which type of editing do you need?
I offer manuscript critiques, line editing, copy editing and proofreading. If you already know what you're looking for, click on the individual service to take you to the relevant page. Alternatively, click on the button below to go to the main services page for a brief overview to help you to decide which service is right for you.
If you're new to the editing world then click on the image below to download a PDF which gives you all the information in one place to puruse at your leisure.
About me
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This website is about you, not me. It's to help authors navigate the editing and publishing world and, hopefully, address any issues that you're not sure about.
But in case you're curious about whether I'm someone you want to let loose on a novel that's taken you months or years to write, I've been working with authors and publishers for over ten years so you're definitely in safe hands. I live in Kent and have a miniature dachshund called Gilbert who loves to be helpful when I'm editing.
She made a fantastic difference to my manuscript
Deborah is a dream to work with. Responsive, smart, encouraging and knowledgeable, she made a fantastic difference to my manuscript and I’m sure she will to yours too.
Graham Wall, author
Deborah is such an effortless pleasure to work with
Deborah is such an effortless pleasure to work with. Thoroughly professional and committed, a great eye for detail and an acute sensitivity for what will help a piece of writing shine in its best light. Both creative and in tune with the author's needs/vision when copy editing, and methodical and thorough whilst proofreading. Deborah is a real asset to have on your editorial team. Great with authors and very reliable when it comes to meeting (tight) deadlines, I have no hesitation in recommending Deborah Blake's editing services.
Crystal Mahey-Morgan, OwnIt!