Peer Editing

Welcome to SeaGlass Literary’s peer editing service! A service from which you can access affordable but quality editing. We have 3 tiers of editors to choose from to best fit your budget, and we offer editing of fiction, poetry, academic writing up to grade 12, and university application essays. Our pricing is transparent and our invoices have a detailed breakdown of the costs. We hope you find this service helpful!

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Editors

BRONZE TIER

Abeda Fayaz

she/her

In my journey, I’ve embraced the art of editing with a focus on refining grammar and punctuation. While my editing experience is a work in progress, I approach each task with dedication and a commitment to continuous improvement. I’m eager to expand my skills and learn from every editing opportunity that comes my way. And as for writing I write A LOT. As a teen I just used blabber words and made it poetic and forgot them. But one day my sister heard me do so and she said i have potential in my words and i should actually write and now i actually do and i think people love it.

Genres: Poetry, Academic Writing (Grades 7-9), Academic Writing (Grades 10-12)

Khadijah Nunez

she/her

Although I am newer to editing and writing, it is deeply connected to my life. I am an avid reader, writer, and editor. I have even been published in a poetry anthology some years ago. I am frequently working to enhance my craft so that I can bring more knowledge to help those in my community and beyond. I like to bring an intuitive and creative aspect to my editing style that can hopefully enhance the life that already flows in every piece of writing I come across. I look forward to working with you!

Genres: Fiction, Poetry, Creative Nonfiction, Academic Writing (Grades 7-9), Academic Writing (Grades 10-12), University/College Application Essays

Taylor Jordan

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Taylor has 5+ years of editing forms of writing that range from academic essays to creative pieces like short stories.

Genres: Fiction, Poetry, Creative Nonfiction, Academic Writing (Grades 10-12), University/College Application Essays

Joy Yin

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Hi guys! I’m Joy Yin, a writer, poet, and artist from Wuhan, China. Though I’ve also lived in California for 5 years. I am fluent in Mandarin and English, and learning trying my best to learn Spanish. I’ve always had a love for reading and writing. As of now, I have works either forthcoming or already published in Skipping Stones Magazine, Scfaikuest, the new Drabbun Anthology (Hiraeth Books), Triya, Star*Line, and more. In my free time, I like to curl up and read a good book (however, I don’t quite like rereading). You can find me on Instagram at @joyyinm88.

Although I haven’t been in the writing community for as long as some others have, I hope you trust me to edit your piece, and I promise to treat it with great care.

Genres: Fiction, Poetry, Creative Nonfiction, Academic Writing (Grades 7-9)

Aiman Khan

she/her

Reader, writer, and editor for life. Words have guided me yet I have found ways to connect with them on a polished and deeper lever. I’ve been a reader all my life, a writer for 8+ years now, and an editor in different spaces and niches. I believe being a writer, you have to step up as an editor too. Editing my pieces as well, for as long as I can remember.

Genres: Fiction, Poetry, Creative Nonfiction, Academic Writing (Grades 7-9), Academic Writing (Grades 10-12)

SILVER TIER

Jasmine Tait

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Jasmine is an aspiring publisher and editor who one day hopes to rule the fiction publishing world. Until that day, she enjoys editing the work of aspiring writers and poets. She has edited for ScratchThat Magazine for two years in fiction, non-fiction, poetry, and creative non-fiction. She loves learning about her pieces from their authors and providing generous and constructive feedback to make your piece the best it possibly can be!

Genres: Fiction, Poetry, Creative Nonfiction, Academic Writing (Grades 7-9), Academic Writing (Grades 10-12)

Maia Lee

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Writing has always been a part of my childhood, and editing is a way for me to give back to this passion of mine. I have been editing for SeaGlass since January 2022, and I hope to continue this passion of mine for a long time!

Genres: Fiction, Poetry, Creative Nonfiction, Academic Writing (Grades 7-9)

Nileena Sunil

she/her

I have written and edited work for literary journals like York Literary Review, Borderless Journal, Kitaab etc, as well as the anthologies The Collapsar Directive and Flash Fiction Addiction. Editing is also part of my job as an instructional designer. I have also completed the Bound Publishing course, with a specialization in editing.

Genres: Fiction, Poetry, Creative Nonfiction, Academic Writing (Grades 7-9), Academic Writing (Grades 10-12)

Danni Grace

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Danni Grace is a huge bookworm with a love for writing and editing. She’s currently an EIC for her high school’s Journalism department. She’s been an editor on that staff for four years and now eagerly works for Seaglass Literature. Danni has published multiple short stories, most notably Here Lies Benjamin Adler in the anthology Out of the Cauldron with Azala Press. When she’s not editing, she is working on her next novel. Danni may or may not be three gnomes in a trench coat.

Genres: Fiction, Creative Nonfiction, Academic Writing (Grades 7-9), Academic Writing (Grades 10-12)

Imonie O.

she/her

As an experienced author and poet who has been featured in literary magazines, music journalist, and editor-in-chief of my own magazine, my eye for detail and commitment to clear communication and writing, will be suitable for making any writing piece in need of editing.

Genres: Fiction, Poetry, Creative Nonfiction, Academic Writing (Grades 7-9), Academic Writing (Grades 10-12)

Lisa Vo

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Lisa Vo is a young adult fiction writer, artist, and poet. She is a novelist and has edited several manuscripts. She has extensive knowledge on the coming-of-age genre as well as youth-related themes. Her work is published in Ice Lolly Review, Academy of the Heart and Mind, SeaGlass Literary, and Pastel Serenity. She previously was a general editor for magazines. You can find out more about her on lisavowriter.com.

Genres: Fiction, Poetry, Creative Nonfiction, Academic Writing (Grades 7-9), Academic Writing (Grades 10-12)

Anam Tariq

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Anam Tariq is a poet, writer, and editor based in India. She has done M.A. in English from Aligarh Muslim University and is the author of the poetry collection, A Leaf upon a Book (Leadstart, 2022). Anam is the editor-in-chief of The Wordsridge Newsletter, which she runs on Substack and is a staff writer at SeaGlass Literary and others. Anam also works as a freelance writer, editor, and English instructor. As part of her freelance work, Anam copy-edits for SeaGlass Literary, is currently editing a poetry manuscript for a client, and is guest-editing an issue for the Lucky Jefferson magazine. Her poetry and non-fiction appears in places like The Punch Magazine, nether Quarterly, coalitionworks, Lucky Jefferson, SeaGlass Literary, Write or Die, The Incognito Press, Writers’ Cafeteria, and elsewhere. Know more about her at http://www.anamtariq.in or @anam.tariq_ (IG).

Genres: Academic Writing (Grades 7-9), Academic Writing (Grades 10-12), University/College Application Essays

Rey Darby

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I am an editor of everything from essays to poetry. I’m a creative writer myself, and love the anatomy of words and how we can use them to make beautiful creations. I worked on literary magazines and newspapers, as well as peer editing for school students not confident with their work.

Genres: Fiction, Poetry, Creative Nonfiction, Academic Writing (Grades 7-9), Academic Writing (Grades 10-12)

Katie Coxall

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I’ve been a writer and editor for the past year for the publication Antagonizine. During this time, I’ve been fortunate to master the skills of editing and writing engaging pieces for copy. Alongside this, my own poetry and creative prose has been featured in publications such as SNACK, Mister and Scran.

Genres: Fiction, Creative Nonfiction, Academic Writing (Grades 7-9), Academic Writing (Grades 10-12)

Nilanjana

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Nilanjana (they/she) is a lover of all things reading and writing. They have extensive experience in editing technical documentation, and are newer to editing creative writing materials. They particularly enjoy editing poetry and fiction, especially prose poetry and literary fiction. They aspire to work in the field of publishing and give back to the writing community in the ways of hosting workshops and courses.

Genres: Fiction, Poetry, Creative Nonfiction, Academic Writing (Grades 7-9), Academic Writing (Grades 10-12), University/College Application Essays

GOLD TIER

Emma Rowan

she/her

Hello! My name is Emma, and I have editing and writing experience in various settings. I graduated college in December 2022 with my Bachelors in English and a minor in creative writing. During my time as an undergraduate student, I wrote for my campus newspaper, edited for a writing blog, participated in student showcases, and completed multiple academic papers and literary works. Last September, I volunteered as a copy editor for 86 Logic magazine’s 11th issue. I am grateful to have had my writing published in Gandy Dancer, Beaver Mag, and—most recently—Seaglass! I’m so excited to read your work and help shape it into the best it can be, thank you!

Genres: Fiction, Creative Nonfiction, Academic Writing (Grades 7-9), Academic Writing (Grades 10-12), University/College Application Essays

Phoebe

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Phoebe is in her final year of a Bachelor of Arts majoring in Creative Writing and Literary Studies. When she isn’t studying or writing, she can be found working at her local bookstore. Her short stories have been published in Verandah Literary Journal and WORDLY Magazine.

Genres: Fiction, Creative Nonfiction, Academic Writing (Grades 7-9), Academic Writing (Grades 10-12)

Grace Hall

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Grace is a lifelong writer & editor. Grade 9 in English Literature and English Language at GCSE, and an A* in English Literature at A Level. Grace is currently studying for a Bachelor’s degree in English Literature and History, and publishes poetry in her spare time, making poetry a particular strength in terms of editing, but academic writing and university essays are also welcome!

Genres: Fiction, Poetry, Creative Nonfiction, Academic Writing (Grades 7-9), Academic Writing (Grades 10-12), University/College Application Essays

Liam Strong

they/them

When they aren’t searching for rare punk cassettes, Liam Strong (they/them) often wonders how to next queer classical philosophy and linguistics in new poems and prose. Previously nominated for both Pushcart and Best of the Net awards, they are a queer neurodivergent straight edge punk writer who has earned their B.A. in writing from University of Wisconsin-Superior, from which they have received a Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF). They have served as Chapbook Coordinator for Michigan Writers Cooperative Press (MWCP) and former editor of NMC Magazine. You can find Liam’s poetry and essays in Impossible Archetype, Ghost Proposal, and Emerald City, among several others. Their first chapbook, Everyone’s Left the Hometown Show, was published by Bottlecap Press (2023). They are most likely gardening and listening to Bitter Truth somewhere in Northern Michigan.

Genres: Fiction, Poetry, Creative Nonfiction, Academic Writing (Grades 10-12), University/College Application Essays

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What are the different tiers and what do they mean?

There are three differenet editor tiers, each one representing editors with various experience levels. These are:

Gold Tier: Most experienced editors. They have both relevant education and tons of experience

Silver Tier: Moderately experienced editors. They either have relevant experience or education, or a little bit of both

Bronze Tier: Least experienced editors. They’ve done editing in a few other things but their main experience has been though our bootcamp

How are payments made?

Payments are made via our donation page, Etransfer (Canada only), Emailed Cheque, or mailed cheque/bank draft. You will choose the payment platform on the service request form and you’ll receive specific instructions on the invoice.

What does the process look like?

You can find a detailed walkthrough of the process h ere.