The teen years can be tough, but the unique challenges of teenagers make great fodder for novelists. If your book’s main characters are teenagers, you’ll be glad to know that there are editors who specialize in this popular genre.
If you have written a YA book and are looking for a freelance editor to help you get your book ready to submit to literary agents or publishers, then this list is for you!
Young Adult and Teen Editors
Although YA characters generally range from about age 12 to 19, the genre itself can be interesting for people of all ages, which can widen your audience considerably. Here are some freelance editors with experience who can help you perfect your young adult and teen fiction.
If you’re not sure how to work with an editor, what questions to ask them, or how to choose the best editor for your project, check out our guide on how to find an editor.
1. Constance Renfrow
Website: www.constancerenfrow.com
Email: [email protected]
Edited books: Songs of My Selfie by Meagan Brothers; Weird Girl and What’s His Name by Meagan Brothers
2. Mary-Theresa Hussey
Website: www.goodstorieswelltold.com
Edited books: Cast in Shadow by Michelle Sagara; Goddess Test by Aimée Carter
3. Chersti Nieveen
Website: www.cherstinieveen.com
Edited books: Mistborn by Brandon Sanderson; Shutter by Courtney Alameda
4. Erin Young
Website: www.eyedits.com
Email: [email protected]
Edited books: Leave Me by Gayle Forman; The Fever Code by James Dashner
5. Thalia Suzuma
Email: [email protected]
Edited books: Bitter Almonds by Lilas Taha; The Hidden Light of Objects by Mai Al-Nakib
6. Julie Tibbott
Email: [email protected]
Edited books: The Special Ones by Em Bailey; Tentacle and Wing by Sarah Porter
7. Kate Angelella
Website: www.angelellaeditorial.com
Email: [email protected]
Edited books: The Rock and the River by Kekla Magoon; Fake Me a Match by Lauren Barnholdt
8. Roisin Heycock
Website: www.roisinheycock.com
Email: [email protected]
Edited books: The Island by Olivia Levez; Ashes by Ilsa J. Bick
9. Anna Hogarty
Email: [email protected]
Edited books: Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine by Gail Honeyman; The Chalk Man by C. J. Tudor
10. Scott Pack
Email: [email protected]
Edited books: The Exphoria Code by Antony Johnston; A Man With One of Those Faces by Caimh McDonnell
Check out these additional resources for YA and teen book authors:
- Is Explicit or Edgy Content Okay in Young Adult Books?
- List of Young Adult and New Adult Literary Agents Now Accepting Submissions
- List of Young Adult and New Adult Book Publishers
Here are more lists of editors in different genres:
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I have a book that I have completed. The title is “So Many Storms.”I’ve only had two people read it who are voracious readers. They both would be critical, however they loved it! I would appreciate assistance in getting it published! Thank you!