Your book’s best friend

Meticulous fiction editing that helps authors, like you, transform your novels into compelling, cohesive works ready for publication. Through human-powered editing, your prose is elevated, your story is clarified, and your voice prevails.

Supporting self-publishing authors, publishers and audiobook producers worldwide.

Talk to Hayley

Or view portfolio

'I hadn’t shown my book to anyone before, and was nervous... [Hayley's] perspective on my novel was truly enlightening, giving me specific ideas and encouragement just where I needed them.'

— Laura Ballou (contemporary fiction author)

Editing builds bridges between you and your readers

You've poured your heart and soul (and let's face it, probably some blood, sweat and tears, too) into writing your novel.

You've written it, deleted it, changed points of view, scrapped chapters and characters. You've worked through the plot holes, you've carved your masterpiece, you know it like the back of your hand.

That's why you need an editor. Too much familiarity means you can't see the wood for the trees.

I'll partner with you to refine, smooth and polish your prose so your readers can immerse themselves in the story you've created.

Editorial services

Manuscript Evaluation/Assessment

Identify plot holes, inconsistencies and pacing issues before your book reaches readers. You'll receive a detailed report on what works and what needs improvement.

Level up your story

Combined Line and Copyediting

More than fixing typos. Refine your manuscript for clarity, consistency and flow while preserving your unique voice.

Increase reader engagement

Proofreading

The final polish your book deserves. Catch lingering errors in grammar, punctuation and formatting before you hit publish.

Final polish

10,000-Word Agent Teaser

Agents often request to see the first few chapters of your manuscript to determine its potential. Having a professional and polished sample will show off your writing skills and help you stand out from the many other submissions they receive.

Query with confidence

Audiobook Editing

When visual cues can no longer pull their weight, words count for everything. Ensure your story listens as clearly as it reads before narrating for audio.

Clarity over audio

At 18, I read my first Agatha Christie novel, And Then There Were None, and fell in love with both her and the genre.

I marvelled at her intricately woven mystery and the careful planting of every clue. There was no thread left unfinished, no surplus characters and no needless complexities to distract me.

I knew then I wanted to help authors create that same enraptured feeling for their readers.

Today, I combine that early passion with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring every manuscript gets the thoughtful care it deserves.

I'm not a punctuation pedant nor a stickler for rules, we work collaboratively so your book meets both your and your readers' expectations.

Hayley Rushbrook Fiction Editor and Proofreader Photo

Talk to Hayley

Courses and certifications

Knowadays 'Becoming a Proofreader'
The Publishing Training Centre
- An Introduction to Proofreading
- A Comprehensive Guide to Copyediting
- An Editor's Guide to Editorial Style
- Editor's Guide to Editing Fiction
- Proofreading PDFs
Club Ed
- DE 5: Manuscript Evaluation