Hello! I’m Amanda Sun, an author and editor with over 10 years experience at some of the “Big Five” publishers like HarperCollins and Scholastic, as well as Harlequin and Owlkids Books and many freelance clients. I have worked with authors at every stage of their journey, whether it be querying their first agent, self-publishing, or traditionally publishing. I specialize in developmental editing, editorial assessment, and proofreading, making sure your book shines from the big picture right down to the clairty and consitency of each word.
I have a Professional Devleopment Award in Children’s Lit, and I specialize in Fantasy, YA, MG, picture books, and inspirational women’s romance. Some of my strengths include worldbuilding and language/culture creation for Fantasy, equestrian knowledge, Amish culture/Christian fiction, and uplifting Indigenous voices.
Some of the titles I have edited have received the following acclaim:
- NYT Bestseller List (Mass Market)
- The Forest of Reading Award Nominations
- OLA Silver Birch Award
- Diamond Willow Award (Saskatchewan Young Readers’ Choice)
- CCBC Commended Books for Children and Teens
No matter where you are on your author journey, I will work with you to polish your voice and vision so you can connect with your audience!
Amanda was absolutely amazing to work with. I would 100% recommend Amanda to anyone needing an editor. Everything was on time, professional, and of quality work. I feel incredibly confident in the work accomplished and am excited to work with Amanda again in the future… She made sure to understand my voice when it came to suggestions.”
– A.B. Queen, A Hairy Encounter: The Curiosity Collection
Let’s Work Together!
Developmental Edit
This is the big picture level of editing. I will read your manuscript and help find both its strengths and weaknesses. I will look closely at plot, character, setting, worldbuilding, and your story’s themes to help you determine what’s working, what isn’t, and what we can strengthen and polish to engage and excite your future readers.
You will receive a 5-10 page edit letter of personalized feedback about the strengths and weaknesses of the manuscript and suggestions on how to best bring your manuscript to the next level. You will also receive comments in the manuscript to see in-line reactions to story points. The timeline for a developmental edit is usually 4-6 weeks, but I am flexible to work with your schedule.
Editorial Assessment
If you’re not ready for a deep dive into your project, an editorial assessment is a great way to get high-level feedback on your manuscript’s strengths and weaknesses. Considered a “light developmental edit,” an editorial assessment lets you get personalized feedback on your story before you polish your final draft. An editorial assessment includes a 4-6 page edit letter that highlights what’s working, what isn’t, and what your best next steps are to strengthen the narrative. The timeline for an editorial assessment is usually 3-5 weeks, but I’m always open to discuss flexibility if it’s a concern. An editorial assesment starts at
Proofreading
It’s all in the details! Your book is almost ready to launch into the world, but first you want to ensure a clean, consistent read for your audience so that nothing pulls them out of the excitement of your narrative. I will read carefully for consistent spelling, grammar, and clarity, using the dictionary and style guide of your choice to provide a quality experience for your readers. Includes a stylesheet and marked-up manuscript so you can see what changes have been made, and you can carry these choices forward to future books in the same series.
Query Package
Ready to query agents but not sure if your query letter will do the job? I have over 15 years of experience reading queries professionally for literary magazines, agencies, and publishers. Let me evaluate it before you email your dream agent! I will provide detailed feedback on your query letter and first 10 pages to make sure you’re putting your best foot forward. This package includes a 15-minute virtual chat about your query letter and opening pages.
Book Coaching
Do you need more long-term support in your writing journey? Book coaching includes virtual check-ins that will keep you motivated and writing! Coaching includes developmental editing, worldbuilding help, and enthustiastic support to keep your writing on track. It’s your time! Let’s work together so you can write the novel you’ve been dreaming of!
Amanda Sun 