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Mindy Nicole

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United States
English
About me
I am a developmental editor located in the United States. I am a published author with Penguin Random House, hold a Bachelor's Degree in Creative Writing from Boise State University, and a Specialization in Developmental Editing from the University of Washington which I earned in Spring 2024. With a decade of hands-on experience in the book world, I've actively participated in editing for dozens of fiction writers and authors. I have a passion for storytelling, character development, and finding the heart of a story. Let's work together on your manuscript!... Read more

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Developmental Editing
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Work experience

Freelance Developmental Editor and Beta Reader

Mindy Thompson Editing and Development • Self-employed

Aug 2023 - Present2 yrs 11 mos

I have worked with over 250 manuscripts in the time I've been working as a Developmental Editor and Beta Reader. My goal is to bring out the best in my clients work, to see them for who they are, and to help teach what I can about the writing process.

Agented Writer

Sterling Lord • Self-employed

Feb 2019 - Present7 yrs 5 mos

I am currently an agented author, and have been since 2019

Author

Viking Books For Young Readers • Self-employed

May 2019 - Dec 20223 yrs 7 mos

I published a novel with Viking Books for Young Readers at Penguin Random House. In the process I worked with several developmental editors, line editors and proofreaders. I learned the ins and the outs of working on a manuscript.

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    stephaniejho

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    Canada

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    I was so nervous to spend this amount of money on a "beta read" but it was the best money I've spent on my writing so far! Mindy provided an incredibly thorough review of my manuscript and offered lots of feedback for me to consider. I have no doubt that my final draft will be significantly stronger...

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    coivierya

    US

    United States

    5

    I had an exceptional experience working with Mindy as a beta reader. This is my first book, so I was incredibly nervous about sharing it. But sha was thoughtful and encouraging, and her approach made the entire process feel much less intimidating. She provided detailed, insightful notes that went above...

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    irisbaxter

    RS

    Serbia

    5

    Working with Mindy was one of the best decisions I made for my series. I sent her all four books of my psychological thriller series, and her feedback was thoughtful, detailed, and genuinely useful in a way that beta feedback often isn't. She didn't just tell me what she liked — she pinpointed exactly...

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    katedronova88

    AE

    United Arab Emirates

    5

    This was my first time hiring a beta reader for my book, and it was also my first novel, so I was a little nervous. But let me tell you—you’re in good hands. It was worth every penny. The feedback was thoughtful, detailed, and incredibly valuable. It was clear that my book was read carefully, and every...

    $50-$100

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    3 weeks

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    fletcherr713

    US

    United States

    5

    Mindy is the best. You can tell she takes her role seriously. She pays close attention and provides excellent feedback. Her notes were not some vague word salad leaving the writer with little direction. She provided clear actionable notes with thoughtful explanations behind them. And most importantly,...

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