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BEAR Essentials Editing

the bare essentials with an editing bear


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If you're an independent author looking for an editor who can help you bring your project to the next level, whether you're going to self-publish or whether you're looking for agents, you've come to the right place! 🧸
Developmental edits and copyediting
for fantasy, LGBT, & horror/thriller writers


Jack DeWitt, author of the Varian Pike series
[...] She knows what’s correct and knows what’s right. She is meticulous. I trust her judgment.

Stephanie Ahn, author of the Harrietta Lee series
Amanda is the best editor I could have asked for. [...] I have never regretted taking her advice, and I absolutely intend to work with her again on my next book.

A. Coffman, author of Marble & Moonlight
[...] I cannot recommend Amanda enough.
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