I have provided work for numerous and varied clients. While I’m flexible in the type of material I edit, whether fiction or nonfiction, my overall preference is for speculative and crime fiction as well as contemporary literature. The following is a representative sample.
The Safe Online Outreach Society – For this non-profit, I initially provided relevant web content and regular updates with regard to the agency’s main preoccupation, which was the intersection of youth and technology. I also copyedited and proofread numerous documents, proposals, newsletters, reports, and PowerPoint slides. Finally, I authored a topical blog (Hot Topics) for SOLOS.
Lower Mainland Appraisal Services Ltd. – Completely reformatted for consistency an approximately 50-page real estate appraisal document, copyediting and arranging for visual impact.
The Master Cleanse.org – Comprehensively edited and proofread a 96-page website on the Master Cleanse, an alternative health diet. Painstakingly reworked almost 30,000 words, for consistency of tone and for grammatical accuracy.
The MouseTronaut – Provided expert and detailed advice on British spellings and idioms, as well as performed a substantive edit on this children’s novel manuscript, including dialogue and general sentence restructuring, finally polishing and proofreading all 150-pages prior to printing.
Visualizing Social Science Research – Substantive edited and proofread this approximately 50,000-word academic text.
The Biker – Proofread, copyedited, and line edited this approximately 50,000-word crime novel manuscript.
Cities of Sand and Stone – Proofread, copyedited, and substantive edited this approximately 64,000-word police procedural/crime novel manuscript.
Hell’s Muse – Proofread, copyedited, and line edited this approximately 63,000-word horror novel manuscript.
An Unlikely Goddess – Proofread, copyedited, and line edited this approximately 56,000-word contemporary novel manuscript.
The Gurnafandry Chronicles – Proofread, copyedited, and substantive edited this eight-volume, approximately 35,000-word series of children’s books.
Hannigan’s Fight – Proofread and copyedited this approximately 50,000-word crime novel manuscript.
Klockwerk Kabaret – Proofread and copyedited this approximately 74,000-word steampunk novel manuscript.
Attention Switching Rules – Proofread and copyedited this approximately 10,000-word psychology paper.
Charlie Robot – Proofread and copyedited this approximately 70,000-word science fiction manuscript.
Cruelty – Proofread and copyedited nine instalments of this series of horror novellas.
A Long Way to Contentment – Proofread, copyedited, and substantive edited this approximately 74,000-word contemporary novel manuscript.
Saving Drake – Proofread and copyedited this approximately 26,000-word romance novella manuscript.
Sins Of The Father (The Ascension Trilogy) – Copyedited, proofread, and substantive edited this approximately 57,000-word paranormal urban fantasy novel manuscript.
Doorways to Arkomo – Copyedited and proofread this approximately 65,000-word middle grade fantasy novel manuscript.
The Fourth Sage – Copyedited and proofread this approximately 120,000-word YA dystopian novel manuscript.
Cry Zombie Cry – Copyedited and proofread this approximately 74,000-word zombie apocalypse novel manuscript.
Escaping Entry – Copyedited, proofread, and substantive edited this approximately 110,000-word fantasy novel manuscript.
The Road to the King – Copyedited and proofread this approximately 60,000-word epic fantasy novel manuscript.
Life Is Not Enough – Copyedited and proofread this approximately 35,000-word memoir manuscript.
Doorways Home – Copyedited and proofread this approximately 70,000-word middle grade fantasy novel manuscript.
Dark World – Copyedited and proofread this approximately 24,000-word fantasy novella manuscript.
Playing Charlie Cool – Copyedited and proofread this approximately 72,000-word contemporary novel manuscript.
Melting Candles – Copyedited and proofread this approximately 25,000-word poetry manuscript.
Nails of Calvary – Copyedited and proofread this approximately 62,000-word horror manuscript.
The Unknown Element – Copyedited, proofread, and substantive edited this approximately 76,000-word supernatural action/adventure manuscript.
Planet Purgatory – Copyedited and proofread this approximately 50,000-word sci-fi/paranormal manuscript.
Lasera – Copyedited and proofread this approximately 61,000-word YA urban fantasy novel.
Last Resort – Copyedited and proofread this approximately 30,000-word science fiction manuscript.
Gather the Seekers – Copyedited and proofread this approximately 77,000-word supernatural thriller manuscript.
Android and Vampire – Copyedited and proofread this approximately 68,000-word sci-fi/paranormal manuscript.
A Sudden Gust of Gravity – Copyedited and proofread this approximately 86,000-word psychological romance manuscript.
Shattering Truths – Copyedited (with some light structural editing) this approximately 87,000-word coming-of-age manuscript.
Hitler’s Assassin – Did a manuscript evaluation of this 173,000-word alternate history manuscript.
The Knight’s Order – Copyedited and proofread this approximately 66,000-word fantasy manuscript.
The Suriname Job (Case Lee series) – Copyedited approximately 75,000-word action adventure novel manuscript.
Queenie’s Teapot – Copyedited this approximately 103,000-word political novel manuscript.
The Call – Copyedited this approximately 97,000-word contemporary baseball-themed novel manuscript.
Cerberus & Cigarette’s – Copyedited this approximately 65,000-word dystopian novel manuscript.
Boxed In – Copyedited and proofread this approximately 88,000-word contemporary crime manuscript.
The President’s Butler – Copyedited and proofread this approximately 80,000-word political satire manuscript.
Masks – Copyedited, proofread, and substantive edited this approximately 75,000-word contemporary light erotica/romance novel manuscript.
The Kitchen Brigade – Copyedited this approximately 90,000-word dystopian novel manuscript.
Blood Branded (Mix-Blood #1) – Stylistic edited and copyedited this approximately 20,000-word fantasy novella manuscript.
The Amazon Job (Case Lee series) – Copyedited approximately 80,000-word action adventure novel manuscript.
Feast of Darkness – Stylistic edited, copyedited, and proofread this approximately 275,000-word dark fantasy novel manuscript.
Fire in the Dark (Cycles of Orion) – Stylistic edited and copyedited this approximately 90,000-word science fiction novel manuscript.
The Hawaii Job (Case Lee series) – Copyedited approximately 75,000-word action adventure novel manuscript.
The Orcas Island Job (Case Lee series) – Copyedited approximately 70,000-word action adventure novel manuscript.
The Nevada Job (Case Lee series) – Copyedited approximately 70,000-word action adventure novel manuscript.
Beyond Dark (Belladonna #1) – Stylistic edited and copyedited this approximately 70,000-word crime/police procedural novel manuscript.
The Deltonians – Copyedited this approximately 65,000-word coming of age/fictionalized memoir manuscript.
The Sawtooth Job (Case Lee series) – Copyedited this approximately 80,000-word action adventure novel manuscript.
Home Beyond Hell: Book 1 – Stylistic edited and copyedited this approximately 120,000-word dystopian romance novel manuscript.
The Rhine River Job (Case Lee series) – Copyedited this approximately 75,000-word action adventure novel manuscript.
Talking to Strangers – Copyedited this approximately 110,000-word literary suspense novel manuscript.
Until One Remains – Copyedited this approximately 54,000-word YA fantasy novella manuscript.
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Testimonials
“David is probably the most proficient and detail-oriented editor and proofreader I’ve met! As a PhD student, I understand the importance of technical accuracy in writing and have been grateful for David’s tireless and passionate revision. Because he takes the time to provide one-on-one attention to his clients, editing is a productive undertaking instead of the anxiety-driven task it can sometimes be!” – Lorinda Stoneman, SOLOS
“David was prompt and professional, asked important questions, and provided both editorial and substantive suggestions that proved invaluable. My material was time sensitive and he was able to complete the job on budget and ahead of schedule. I recommend him without reservation.” – Johannes Wheeldon, Assistant Professor, Norwich University, VT
“David Antrobus is the kind of editor a writer dreams about. He has a keen eye and understands the difference between lay and lie. He also genuinely wants to make writing better. He’ll be editing my stuff for a LONG time.” – JD Mader, author of Joe Cafe, The Biker, and Hannigan’s Fight
“After endlessly searching for an editor that I would be comfortable with, David Antrobus was recommended to me. David’s editing service far exceeded my expectations. He was able to adapt to my writing style and thereby enhance my novel without changing the ‘voice.’ I would highly recommend David Antrobus to any serious writers looking for editing.” – David Yuzuk, author of Cities of Sand and Stone
“I recommended David Antrobus to my son David as an editor for his book, Cities of Sand and Stone. In reviewing David A.’s work, it is excellent and I look forward to having him as the editor on my upcoming book, Beachside PD: Undercover.” – Neil L Yuzuk, author of Beachside PD Books
“David took on a project for me that I needed completed asap. He got it done in the time frame he promised and his work was far more meticulous than I could ever have imagined. I would not hesitate to recommend him and will definitely be using him for my upcoming novels.” – Martin Crosbie, author of the novels My Temporary Life and My Name Is Hardly
“I’ve worked with numerous editors over the years, but none have made the process so smooth as David. Not only is he a consummate professional, his work gives me the security to know what I am publishing is truly ready for public consumption.” – Jack Wallen, author of Hell’s Muse, Klockwerk Kabaret, and Cry Zombie Cry
“David kept me well informed during every step in the process of editing my manuscript. When needed he sent me questions and his comments in the document were so thorough, I felt as if he were having a conversation rather than exchanging messages. My book is a hundred times better for having worked with him.” – Mohanalakshmi Rajakumar, author of Mommy but Still Me and Coloured and Other Stories
“After using several editors and still finding mistakes I was getting frustrated. I wanted someone who could not only edit for spelling and grammar but also add some perspective and depth to improve the quality of the books that I write. David Antrobus was recommended to me through another author, and he has been amazing. David’s editing services far exceeded what I was looking for; he is precise, accurate and extremely passionate about his work. He has added depth to my work and made me a better writer. He was able to enhance my children’s books without changing the ‘message.’ I would highly recommend David Antrobus to anyone looking for editing. If there were a star rating I would give David Antrobus a five out of five.” – Tony Jurgens, author of The Gurnafandry Chronicles
“I contacted David because I needed a professional touch and to add some ‘meat’ to the content in my new business website. David was really easy to work with and took the time to research the industry I am in to get a better understanding of what I wanted. He hit the nail on the head and was able to capture the theme of the site perfectly. I hope to use David in the future and recommend him for your next project!” – Mark Telfer, Protective Surface Coatings
“I like David. He’s thorough, prompt, professional and reasonably priced. Not only that, he actually welcomes questions about the editing process, and for someone relatively new to the whole writing game, as I am, that just makes the whole experience that much better. I recommend David to anyone searching for a quality editor.” – Benedict Martin, author of Charlie Robot, Escaping Entry, and Android and Vampire
“David Antrobus’s quick and professional editing skills are a must in this competitive field. What he doesn’t know, he researches. A warrior of the written word and an all around good guy, David’s services are just what the indie ordered.” – Edward Lorn, author of Cruelty and What the Dark Brings
“David’s editing work on my novel was superb—meticulous, carefully researched and correct down to the last comma. He was pleasant to work for, and his fee was quite reasonable. I highly recommend him for editing any type of writing.” – Boyd Lemon, author of Retirement: A Memoir and Guide and Digging Deep: A Writer Uncovers His Marriages
“Doing anything the first time can be a nerve racking experience and that includes writing a novel. But I have to say working with David was an enjoyable experience. He was professional, funny, and paid attention to detail. I don’t know how many questions I asked or how much we went back and forth but I do know he was always patient and always responsive. My book now being complete I can say that I am proud of the finished product thanks in no small part to David.” – Thelonious Legend, author of Sins Of The Father (The Ascension Trilogy)
“My decision to self-publish was long and agonizing in part because I knew I’d need to find an editor that I trusted and worked well with. I feel extremely lucky that I found David who was recommended to me (highly) by an independent writer who’d worked with him in the past. From the very first sample, it was clear he knew his stuff. I can write all day long, but if you ask me about comma rules my mind goes blank. David doesn’t flinch at commas (which I totally needed), but more than that – he clearly loves his work and took extreme care when going through my writing. I actually feel as though I’m a better writer after working with him and, really, what more can you ask than that? I recommend David without hesitation and plan to work with him on my next book (and the one after that and…)” – Jacqueline Dooley, author of Doorways to Arkomo, Doorways Home, and Spiritwood
“I’m working with David on a book at this very moment (my second one with him). The first one was 450 pages and there was a LOT of editing work to do […] David is a pleasure to work with. He’s responsive, easy to get in touch with, on time, and never judges me for bad grammar. So, there you have it. I look forward to many more projects with him.” – Stefan Bolz, author of The Fourth Sage and Dark World
“David Antrobus worked with us recently on our Epic Fantasy novel The Road to the King, copy-editing and proofreading, first and second pass. Not only did he provide us a fair quote for said services up front, but he fully explained the process, came up with a reasonable payment plan and kept in frequent contact. His suggestions were professional, understandable and yet respectful of the artistic process. We will utilize his services again.” – Steven and L. R. Styles, authors of The Road to the King and In Service of the King
“What I need from an editor is all that grammar and punctuation stuff. What I want is clunky sentences to be made beautiful. David does both. I’ve had a handful of good editors over the past twenty years and hope that David will be my only and last.” – Bob Brown, author of Life Is Not Enough and New Darwinian Laws Every Business Should Know
“I did a second edition of my poetry book and required a good editor, as my previous one did a less than mediocre job. David was so easy to work with and a pleasure to deal with. His editing service is affordable and good quality. His editing suggestions were logical and fit well with the book and what I was trying to accomplish with it. I am thrilled with how my book came out the second time around and can’t wait to release it, knowing that this time, it is the best it can be thanks to the help of David. I will definitely use his service for my next book.” – Lavinia Thompson, author of Melting Candles and Beyond Dark (Belladonna #1)
“David Antrobus copyedited my novel Playing Charlie Cool. Not only is David knowledgeable and a pleasure to work with, he preserved my writing voice throughout the project and made some great suggestions that improved the internal logic of a couple of scenes. I would definitely hire him again.” – Laurie Boris, author of Playing Charlie Cool, Sliding Past Vertical, A Sudden Gust of Gravity, The Call, and The Kitchen Brigade
“David did an outstanding job. There were two facets, in particular, that were so appealing. First and foremost, he is incredibly thorough. His attention to detail and flow were remarkable. Secondly, he was able to ‘step back’ from the novel and make recommendations regarding paragraph and sentence structure as well as some very astute observations about the story line. I could not be more pleased nor more impressed and would not hesitate to recommend him. On a personal level, he is simply a good man to work with. I will, without doubt, work with David on my next novel.” – Vince Milam, author of The Unknown Element, Gather the Seekers, and the Case Lee series
“David is an excellent editor. He doesn’t police style, and provides detailed reasoning behind his editing choices. For speculative fiction, his stylesheet is an invaluable tool for further editing. I certainly plan on working with him again.” – Alex Cousins, author of Last Resort
“David truly helped me take my manuscript and have it looking the way it needed to. He was excellent in finding inconsistencies in my writing and really helped me master and control my writing quirks. I would highly recommend him to any writer.” – Danielle Mathieson Pederson, author of Lasera
“David has an impressive history and background for editing. I initially hired him for that reason and because of the many glowing testimonials on his website. A consummate professional, he explains the process from beginning to end and sends a free sample edit. He does two passes, providing you with a style guide, and he teaches as he goes. Since David is in demand, he juggles a tremendous workload with exceptionally good turnaround time. In addition, he makes the process fun. He loves writing and reading, has a passion for both, and it shows in his approach. I found him to be patient, gracious, humble, and kind—always willing to answer any questions along the way. In light of the superior quality of his services, his prices are more than reasonable. He is outstanding and the best at what he does. I highly recommend him.” – Kyrian Lyndon, author of Deadly Veils: Shattering Truths
“I came across David Antrobus while plying the Editors’ Association of Canada website. After a phone conversation, I was inspired to give David’s services a try, and have since used him for both structural editing/evaluation and copy editing on my thriller manuscript. All the way along I found David to be professional, enthusiastic, detail-oriented (a must for a good copy editor), and willing to go that extra mile. For example, while he was evaluating my novel from a substantive perspective, he jotted down notes after reading every chapter, so that I would get a sense for what he was thinking as he read it in ‘real time.’ This was above and beyond the feedback he provided for categories such as plot, characters, setting, dialogue, etc. I would definitely recommended David’s services.” – Matthew Jackson, author of Hitler’s Assassin
“David made the editing experience of my first full-length novel incredibly rewarding. It was very clear that he cared about helping me learn the process and create the best possible product. His flexibility and availability throughout the entire duration are shining examples of his professionalism. Thank you, David, you have helped create meaningful work and helped me grow substantially as a writer.” – Brandon Csokonay, author of Cerberus & Cigarette’s
“I am a perfectionist and it was a pleasure working with David. He loves his craft and he does a superb job. I hope to work with him again on my next book.” – Laurence Leamer, author of Sons of Camelot: The Fate of an American Dynasty and The President’s Butler
“I can attest that all the good things they say about David Antrobus are true. He’s easy to work with and truly cares about the projects he takes on. He will listen to your needs and will do his best to fulfill them. His editing is superb, and he offers insightful suggestions. He edited my fantasy novel and the result was a finely honed manuscript and an author who has learned a lot! David’s bright humour and encouraging words have made the experience an enjoyable one. I look forward to working with him in the future and recommend him to anyone looking for a quality edit. He is an invaluable asset for any project.” – J. A. Alexsoo, author of The Knight’s Order and Blood Branded (Mix-Blood #1)
“David was really wonderful to work with. He taught me many things about grammar I didn’t even know that I needed to know! He was extremely thorough, incredibly accommodating, professional and didn’t miss a thing. His quirky sense of humour and easy manner also made the whole editing process quite an enjoyable one (who would have thought?) We at Kabooter Knomes will definitely be using his services for our future books, and I would recommend him to anyone in search of a top notch editor for children’s books.” – Shelly McLaughlin, co-creator of The Kabooter Knomes Field Guide
“David Antrobus was the editor of my first novel, Masks. His brilliance is beyond imagination; he didn’t only edit my book but also taught me how to become a better author. He works with devotion, fidelity, and honesty. I do recommend David to all authors because he is the best; he has helped me out with every single detail without hesitation, and he never lets me down. He is my guide and the godfather of my novel, Masks. He is a friend you can count on, an editor you can totally depend on, and a guru in the world of literature. I owe you a lot, David. Thank you.” – Nataly Restokian, author of Masks
“Having written over a million published words, you’d assume that I’ve worked with a number of editors, and you would be right—over a dozen, in fact. After wrapping up my latest novel, David now stands among my favourites for his use and understanding of language, his adept eye toward structure, pacing and tone, and just for being so darn conversational! David takes the time to understand—really understand—your work, its characters and its messaging; no, really, he grasps the workings of my world almost as much as I do. He’s become a permanent fixture in my editorial team, and I’d recommend his services to anyone serious about perfecting their prose.” – Christian A. Brown, author of the Four Feasts Till Darkness series
“Stop looking for an editor; you’ve found the man you need. David’s attention to detail and mind-boggling affinity for the English language (in all its flavours) are matched only by his ability to get you more excited about your own work than you ever thought possible. He’s the kind of editor who not only turns your draft into a polished manuscript, but also—by virtue of his seemingly inexhaustible interest—allows you the courage to be happy with your own work.” – E. P. Danis, author of Cycles of Orion: Volume One: Fire in the Dark
“Once you’ve reached the inescapable conclusion that no one should ever attempt to edit their own work, it’s time to call David Antrobus. That’s what I did, and I never looked back. David vacuumed from my novel an unexpectedly high number of typos, inconsistencies, inaccurate historical references, and embarrassing, unintended gaffes. David’s attention to detail borders on the fanatical. But fear not, Mr. Antrobus is among the few properly described as ‘a gentleman and a scholar.’ Don’t present your work to anyone until David first puts it under his microscope. You’ll be very glad you did.” – Daniel Harrison, author of The Deltonians
“I could not have chosen a better editor for my needs as a first-time author, because David has truly become a trusted partner and, in the process, a friend. He is thoughtful, diligent, and insightful in his editing (which was a hybrid approach that combined stylistic editing and copyediting), and he has a fastidious eye when it comes to even minor linguistic slips and grammatical errors. He got my sense of humor, and we quickly shifted into a mutually relaxed candor that sometimes led to lively philosophical debates about topics broached in the book, all of which helped lend greater depth to the story and its characters. He was also extremely accommodating (and patient!) with my timeline, and he was consistently willing to work with me on flexible and reasonable compensation, because he actually does care about helping authors succeed in every way. I will certainly be using him for all my future projects, so this is just the beginning!” – Karen Yakey, author of Home Beyond Hell: Book 1
“What a gift. Prior to engaging David Antrobus’s services, I had never worked with a professional editor, and I have to admit I felt considerable trepidation. Handing my manuscript over was an act of supreme trust, but David’s approach was so sensitive, respectful, and kind, that within minutes of starting to read his first editorial comments, I knew I’d made the right decision. David’s insights, humour, patience, and steely grasp on the finer points of grammar and punctuation have helped me to sharpen, tighten, and polish my manuscript without compromising either my voice or style. I’ve learned so much through this process—perhaps most importantly that now I wouldn’t even consider attempting to look for an agent or self-publish a novel without securing the services of a professional editor. In fact, he’s already agreed to slot my next novel into his editing calendar.” – Kern Windraith, author of Talking to Strangers
“Before hiring David, I’d checked out a few of the books he’d worked on and saw that he was a good editor. After hiring David, I can tell you that he’s more than that. Not only did David do an excellent job with finding all the errors in my manuscript, he also took the time to explain the issues he uncovered, and even gave me a couple of good laughs in the process. He’s got a deep knowledge of grammatical rules, an understanding of modern fiction practices, and a wonderful personality. If you’re looking for an editor, look no further!” – M Andrée Brown, author of Until One Remains
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David has an impressive history and background for editing. I initially hired him for that reason and because of the many glowing testimonials on his website. A consummate professional, he explains the process from beginning to end and sends a free sample edit. He does two passes, providing you with a style guide, and he teaches as he goes. Since David is in demand, he juggles a tremendous workload with exceptionally good turnaround time. In addition, he makes the process fun. He loves writing and reading, has a passion for both, and it shows in his approach. I found him to be patient, gracious, humble and kind—always willing to answer any questions along the way. In light of the superior quality of his services, his prices are more than reasonable. He is outstanding and the best at what he does. I highly recommend him.– Kyrian Lyndon, author of Deadly Veils: Provenance of Bondage
David Antrobus is the editor of my first novel, Masks. His brilliance is beyond imagination; he didn’t only edit my book but also taught me how to become a better author.He works with devotion, fidelity, and honesty. I do recommend David to all authors because he is the best; he has helped me out with every single detail without hesitation, and he never lets me down. He is my guide and the godfather of my novel, Masks. He is a friend you can count on, an editor you can totally depend on, and a guru in the world of literature. I owe you a lot, David. Thank you.
David you are the best !
Nataly Restokian author of the novel Masks
Thank you, Nataly!