Editing that honors your writing.
I'm Jane Mackay. For over 18 years, I've helped authors and academics communicate their ideas with clarity and confidence through meticulous editing, thoughtful collaboration, and a genuine respect for your voice. Whatever you're writing, I'll help you say it clearly and well.
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Editing Services
Nonfiction
Whether you're writing a business book, a self-help guide, or a scholarly work, your manuscript deserves careful attention at the sentence level. I sharpen word choice, smooth awkward phrasing, and ensure clarity throughout, so your ideas read with assurance and your voice stays intact.
Memoir & Fiction
Your voice is the heart of your story. I edit at the sentence level—refining word choice, smoothing rhythm, and polishing prose—so your manuscript emerges polished, presentable, and powerful, without losing the qualities that make it yours. Memoir, literary fiction, and genre fiction all welcome.
Academic & Multilingual Authors
Your research deserves to be judged on its merits, not obscured by unclear language. I specialize in editing for academics whose first language isn't English, ensuring your work reads with natural fluency, precision, and accuracy. For nearly 20 years, I've helped researchers publish in peer-reviewed journals worldwide.
Book Proposal Support
Getting a book deal starts with the proposal. I work with nonfiction authors to develop, structure, and polish book proposals that clearly articulate your book’s promise, your credentials, and why your project matters now. Whether you’re starting from scratch or refining a draft, I’ll help you present your best case to agents and publishers.
Consulting for speakers, advisors, and experts
Niche Brainstorm
Your book doesn't need to contain everything you know. In this 30-minute session, we cut through the overwhelm and identify the niche that offers the strongest strategic return, and the clearest path to a finished manuscript. You'll walk away with a focused concept you can commit to.
Learn MoreLEVER Session
A book should open doors, not gather dust. In this 90-minute strategy session, we use the LEVER Framework to clarify your book's role, identify untapped opportunities, and map out a plan to generate visibility, leads, and credibility. You'll receive a custom strategy brief within 72 hours.
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About
Hi, I'm Jane Mackay. I've been editing for over 18 years, and I still find deep satisfaction in helping someone say exactly what they mean. My clients include nonfiction authors, memoirists, fiction writers, and academics across the globe, many of whom write in English as a second or third language. I bring precision, care, and genuine interest to every project, because I want you to publish a book you're proud to put into the world.
Let's talk about your project
Whether you're ready to start editing or just want to explore whether we're a good fit, I'd love to hear from you. Send me an email or book a short call so we can chat about what you're looking for.
jane [at] janemackay [dot] info
