How to Find the Right Book Editor | Richelle Braswell

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How do you know when you’ve taken a manuscript as far as you can, and how can you tell whether an editor is actually right for your book?

Fantasy and cozy mystery editor Richelle Braswell joins Richie Billing to explain when professional editing becomes worthwhile, where to find reputable book editors, and the green and red flags to investigate before trusting someone with your manuscript.

They discuss referrals, professional editing organisations, genre specialisation, discovery calls, sample edits, realistic rates and the importance of finding an editor whose communication style matches what you need.

The conversation also ventures inside the manuscript. Richelle explains how a good editor moves beyond vague reactions such as “this character is boring” to diagnose the actual storytelling problem.

Richie and Richelle explore personal motives and stakes, passive protagonists, character agency, showing emotion through behaviour and the value of constructive editorial feedback.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• How to recognise when you need outside editorial help

• The difference between developmental support and copy editing

• Where to find reputable book editors

• How to evaluate an editor’s credentials, specialism and working style

• The green and red flags to look for before hiring