Piper Victoria

Book Editor & Manuscript Consultant

BookBaby • Freelance

Jan 2024 - Present • 2 yrs 4 mos

Working with BookBaby has been where I really found my rhythm as an editor. I focus mostly on Romantasy, Romance and Urban Fantasy, genres I genuinely love, and that passion shows in the work I deliver. What I actually do day-to-day is dig deep into a manuscript. I look at how the sentences flow, whether the dialogue feels real, if the pacing keeps readers turning pages, and whether the world the author has built actually holds together. The goal is always the same, make the story the best version of itself without stripping out what makes the author's voice special. Some highlights from my time here: — Worked on indie manuscripts destined for Kindle Unlimited and Amazon KDP — Helped first-time authors get their stories truly publication-ready — Became a go-to editor for fantasy subgenres, including slow-burning romance and portal fantasy — Always delivered on time, always with detailed notes the author could actually use

Freelance Book Editor & Proofreader

Penguin Random House • Freelance

Jan 2021 - Dec 2023 • 2 yrs 11 mos

As a freelance book editor with Penguin Random House, I specialized in editing and proofreading Romantasy, Romance, and Urban Fantasy fiction manuscripts. My role involved working closely with authors to strengthen their prose, improve pacing, tighten dialogue, and ensure consistency throughout their stories, all while preserving each author's unique voice. Key Achievements & Expertise: 1. Edited Romantasy and Urban Fantasy manuscripts across multiple subgenres for publication readiness 2. Delivered comprehensive line edits with clear, actionable feedback 3. Ensured genre-specific consistency including world-building, magic systems and character arc development 4. Maintained fast turnaround times while upholding the highest editorial standards 5. Collaborated directly with authors to prepare manuscripts for major publishing platforms