Meet Our Editors
Our editors are experienced in shaping powerful narratives across genres. Whether you're preparing your manuscript for publication or refining your voice, our team is here to help you bring your story to life.
Ms. Angela Hair (She/Her)
🛠️ Services: Line Editing & Proofreading
💬 Education: Bachelor’s degree in English from West Virginia University and Master’s degree in special education from Western Carolina University
What makes me a good editor: My educational background in English (literature, linguistics, writing) and attention to detail.
💲 Sets their own rates (please message her for prices)
🛒 Book Now: ahair.editor@gmail.com
📖 Specialty: (Fantasy, Romance, Thriller, etc.)
Dr. Sharon Johnson (She/Her)
📖 Specialty: (Fantasy, Romance, Thriller, etc.)
🛠️ Services: Professional Editor and Proofreader
💬 “If I cannot do great things, I can do small things in a great way.”-Martin Luther King, Jr.
Dr. Sharon Johnson is a high-energy powerhouse in the world of professional editing and proofreading! With over 15 years of experience in academia-teaching everything from English Writing to Business Law-Sharon brings an unmatched level of expertise to academic research, creative writing, and legal documents.
She holds both a PhD in Education Administration/Policy and a JD specializing in Legal Research/Writing, making her a dual-threat expert in precision and quality control. Sharon is deeply passionate about the "mechanics" of language, ensuring every project is immaculate, consistent, and crystal clear. Whether she's refining a complex legal brief or polished prose, Sharon is dedicated to elevating an author's work to its absolute best while fiercely respecting their original vision!
💲 Sets their own rates (please message her for prices)
🛒 Book Now:drsharonjohnson@gmail.com
Understanding the Different Types of Editing
Every book goes through different stages of editing before it is ready for publication. Each editor focuses on a different part of the writing process, from the big-picture structure of the story to the smallest grammatical details. Down below you will find details about each editors process.
Developmental Editing
Developmental editing focuses on the overall structure and content of the story. A developmental editor looks at the bigger picture, including plot development, pacing, character growth, world-building, and the overall flow of the book. They may suggest changes to scenes, chapters, or story direction to help strengthen the narrative and improve the reader’s experience.
Line Editing
Line editing focuses on how the story is written sentence by sentence. A line editor helps improve clarity, tone, and style while preserving the author’s voice. This type of editing refines the writing so that sentences flow smoothly and the language feels natural and engaging.
Copy Editing
Copy editing focuses on technical accuracy and consistency. A copy editor reviews grammar, punctuation, spelling, sentence structure, and formatting. They also check for consistency in names, timelines, and details throughout the book.
Proofreading
Proofreading is the final stage of editing before publication. A proofreader reviews the finished manuscript to catch any remaining spelling errors, typos, punctuation issues, or formatting mistakes that may have been missed during earlier edits.
**Editor Pricing**
Editors working with Crystal Coast Media & Publishing operate as independent professionals and set their own service rates. Because each project is different, pricing may vary depending on the length of the manuscript, the type of editing required, and the time involved.
Authors are encouraged to communicate directly with editors to discuss their needs, request quotes, and determine the best editing service for their project.
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Illustrators Wanted
Crystal Coast Media & Publishing is expanding our creative network and is currently seeking talented illustrators and cover artists. We are looking for artists with unique styles who are passionate about storytelling and ready to collaborate with authors across multiple genres.
New Illustrator: Joslynne H.
Visual and Performing Arts have always been a part of Joslynne’s life. Growing up in
Buffalo, NY, she was guided by two creative parents—an engineer and a teacher—who
taught her how to bring ideas to life on paper. After being accepted into a Visual and
Performing Arts specialty school, art became not just a skill, but a lifelong passion and a
favorite outlet. Now living in the DMV, she enjoys creating in a variety of styles, from
realistic portraits to decorative pieces, using a rich palette of earth tones, bold colors,
and classic black and white.
🖌️ Illustrators Wanted
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Selected illustrators will be featured on our platform and made available for direct collaboration with authors.
What we are offering:
Contract-based opportunities
💲 Set your own rates
📚 Work with authors across genres
🌍 Exposure through our publishing platform
🎨 Book cover designers
🖌️ Character illustrators
📖 Fantasy / romance / thriller artists
✏️ Manga & stylized illustrators
Who we are looking for:
