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Tarah T

@tgthreadgill

Developmental Editor, Copy Editor, Beta Reader

United States
English
About me
I'm an editor with 5+ years of experience across award-winning fiction, nonfiction, memoir, and poetry. My expertise spans the full spectrum--developmental edits, line editing, copyediting, and proofreading--for both traditional publishers and independent houses. I love digging into narrative structure, characterization, and world-building to help manuscripts reach their potential. In addition to fourteen years in high school classrooms, I love collaborating with my clients to create stories that are lasting and impactful. Let's turn your manuscript into something readers can't put down.... Read more

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Copy Editing
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Portfolio

Work experience

Fiverr

Freelance Editor

Fiverr • Freelance

Jun 2026 - Present • 4 mos

- Managed projects with multiple clients simultaneously for copyediting, beta reading, and ghostwriting services across a range of genres, including nonfiction, memoir, full-length fiction manuscripts, and poetry collections - Established and fostered sustained, productive working relationships with clients, as evidenced by strong performance reviews and frequent requests from repeat clients

Sourcebooks

Copyeditor

Sourcebooks • Freelance

Jun 2025 - Present • 1 yr 4 mos

I execute copyediting passes on genre and literary fiction manuscripts, establish style sheets, and provide in-line author queries. I partner with managing and production editors to shepherd manuscripts through the publication pipeline, ensuring edits adhere to house style guides and CMOS. I build productive working relationships with editorial teams using Microsoft Office, Adobe Software, Google Suite, and Apple Suite.

Salt_Water Media

Developmental & Copy Editor

Salt Water Media • Freelance

May 2025 - Present • 1 yr 5 mos

I acquire manuscripts from un-agented, self-published authors, evaluating submissions for narrative potential, audience fit, and market viability. I serve as project manager for each title, drafting contracts and managing invoices while hitting deadlines for publication goals. I deliver thoughtful, timely developmental and copyediting feedback, guiding authors through multiple rounds of structural and line-level revision. I act as authors’ primary point of contact, providing reliable and dedicated communication via Zoom, Slack, Microsoft Office, and Adobe Acrobat. I ensure alignment with CMOS and house style guides.