Professional Editing for Speculative Authors

Welcome!

Finishing a book is a huge accomplishment, and I’m here to help you with the next step!

I specialize in speculative fiction, including fantasy, romantasy, sci-fi, and horror. My biggest goal when editing is to support your voice while respecting the rules of your world and the expectations of your genre.

I offer manuscript critiques, line editing, copyediting, and beta reading. I also offer a bundle that includes line editing and copyediting at a discounted price.

Whether you’re looking to self-publish or you’re pursuing traditional publishing, I’d love to help you with your book.

Testimonials

Arianna Randall

“Rachael copyedited my YA fantasy novel and blew me away with her talent. She was not only incredibly kind but also amazingly thorough. She remained in contact with me and gave progress updates, as well as discussed possible edits. I would highly recommend Rachael to every author trying to improve their book or advance their chances of publication.”

David Rider

“I thought I had done all the research needed during the first draft, and I didn’t expect Rachael to catch more than simple punctuation or grammatical errors. Not only did she find much more, but she also surprised me by checking my research. She kept in constant contact throughout the process. Her work skills are exemplary.”

Kaya

“Rachael did a beta read for me and I can honestly say she’s worth every penny (and then some)! She gave me balanced feedback about what worked and what wasn’t working so well in a report broken down by the important topics like pace, setting, characters, etc. I enjoyed her in-line reactions and comments so I could follow her thought process as she read. Quick turnaround, great communicator, and thoughtful answers to my questions. I highly recommend her beta reading services! Thanks again, Rachael!”

Past Projects

Book cover featuring a skull with blood stains and purple flowers, titled 'Rainshadow' by Milly Philips. Top text reads 'Envy will devour you.'
Book cover of 'Always Darkest' by Milly Philips featuring a raven perched on antlers with colorful flowers and bloodstains.
Cover of 'More Than A Monster: Stories from the Other Side,' Grendel Press Anthology Volume 3, edited by Rachael Swanson, featuring a dark, fantastical tree-like dragon.
Cover of "Uncanny & Unearthly Tales," a book from Grendel Press Anthology Volume 4, edited by Kasey Kubica, featuring a red and black eerie landscape.
Book cover featuring the title 'Lightning's Edge' from the 'Lost World Odyssey' series by C. Buck Jones. The image depicts a man standing with a dog in a field during a lightning storm. Silhouetted figures and a dragon-like creature are visible in the background.
Book cover titled 'Mystery of the Locked Box' by Edith Heisler, featuring a vintage locked chest in a dimly lit underground tunnel.
Book cover of 'Anca’s Undead Playlist' by David Rider, featuring a vampire girl with red eyes and fangs, and a smartphone with pink nail-polished hand.
Book cover for "Paramnesia: GrendelPress Anthology Volume One" edited by Susan Russell, featuring a keyhole and abstract red and green background.
Book cover of "The Devil Who Loves Me, Anthology Volume Two" edited by Susan Russell. The background features a red, abstract demon face with intricate patterns.