About the Editing Sweetheart
About Your Editor:
My name is Claudette Cruz.
I am fluent in both English and Spanish, have a bachelor's degree in English Literature from the University of Puerto Rico, and have an editing certificate from the University of Chicago. I also take editing courses yearly from various sources to keep my skills sharp, stay up to date on publishing trends, and provide the best service I can.
I have been working as a copyeditor since 2012. Some of the genres I've worked with are fantasy, science fiction, romance, erotic romance, and memoirs. I am open to working with any fiction genre, no matter the content, although my favorites are fantasy, paranormal, science fiction, and crime thrillers.
Excellence and Professionalism
I have edited over two hundred manuscripts and worked with dozens of authors. My client list grows monthly.
Affordable Pricing
I offer very competitive rates. In all the "profesionally edited" books I have worked on, I have found many errors, resulting in very pleased clients. Give me a try. Request your free sample edit today.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Do you provide sample edits?
I am happy to provide a sample edit. Send me the first 1,500 words of your manuscript and I will send your sample edit back within forty-eight hours.
What happens if I don't agree with your edits?
Ultimately, it is entirely your choice whether you accept my edits or not, but please remember these edits are made based off the rules of the Chicago Manual of Style, and there is a sound reason for all of my suggestions.
Which genres do you work on?
I will work with any genre, including erotica.
Can I pre-book a date for you to start working on my manuscript?
Yes, you can book a spot for a future date with a 50% deposit. Please note I'm usually booked 2–4 weeks in advance, so take that into consideration when requesting a deadline. I'd prefer to be given at least two weeks' notice so I can wrap up any current projects.
I have a question I don't see listed here.
Please contact me at claudettecruz@ymail.com with any questions you may have. I will reply within 24 hours.
Who designed your business website?
Colleen Sheehan from Write. Dream. Repeat. designed my website in its entirety. She also created my business's Facebook page's banner and my logo. Contact her here for all your website needs. She is very talented, patient, and knowledgeable.
Which style guide do you use?
All my edits are based off the Chicago Manual of Style recommendations. For spelling and hyphenation, I use the Merriam-Webster Dictionary.
What format should my manuscript be in?
I mainly work off .doc or .docx documents, but am willing to use Google docs if that's what my clients require.
How do I pay for your services?
I only accept Payment through Paypal. I will send an invoice for the deposit before beginning work, and for the remaining balance once I have finished working on your manuscript. You can also pay the whole fee upfront if that is easier for you—ask for a discount for paying upfront!
How long will you take to edit my manuscript?
I take about two weeks for a 60,000-word manuscript. Rush editing is available for an extra $200, and takes 7 business days. There is a money-back guarantee if I am not able to complete your rush request. Please note that rush jobs are only available on a case-by-case basis.
Past Work
Joseph Lallo
- The Book of Deacon
- The Great Convergence
- The Battle of Verrill
- Bypass Gemini
- Unstable Prototypes
M.K. Baxley
- The Mistress's Black Veil
- A Man in Want of a Wife
- The Cumberland Plateau
- Dana Darcy
Kevin Moss
- The Realm: Discovery
- The Realm: Return
- The Realm: Odyssey
Jeff Gunzel
- Land of Shadows
- Siege of Night
- Lost Empire
- Reborn
- The Trials of Ashbarn
- End of Days
- The Shadow
- A Rip in Time
- Of Blood and Blade
- A Rising Storm
- The Hunt
- Shattered Empire
Jason Tesar
- The Awakened: Book One
- The Awakened: Book Two
- The Awakened: Book Three
- The Awakened: Book Four
- The Awakened: Book Five
- Manifestation
- Inhabitation
Justin Swapp
- The Magic Shop
I.D. Blind
- Witch Hollow and the Wrong Spell
- Witch Hollow and the Fountain Riddle
- Witch Hollow and the Dryad Princess
- Witch Hollow and the Spider Mistress
Marius Adams
- A Mind of State
- The 2552 Summer Olympics
Ola Wegner
- Mafia
- Her Voice of Reason
-Reduced Circumstances
-August in Derbyshire
Victor González
- 1968 Azteca Insurgency
Khalid Hilali
- Seeking Justice
Charlotte English
- Black Mercury
JD Byrne
- The Water Road
- The Endless Hills
- Bay of Sins
- Gods of the Empire
- Heroes of the Empire
Zach Jenkins
- Game Changing Drive
- The Perfect Catch
Meredith Clarke
- For Bear or For Worse
Steve M.
- The Robespierre Uprising
- The Robespierre Utopia
- The Toleway Escape
- The Last Believer
- Earth 7
-Crime and Consequences
Kathleen McClure and L. Gene Brown
- The Gemini Hustle
Kathleen McClure and Kelley McKinnon
- Soldier of Fortune
- Reversal of Fortune
- Outrageous Fortune
Lane Mason
-Agent Dark: Vegas
Dharma Kelleher
-Blood and Fire
Mike Ryan
-The Porter Complication
-The Porter Predicament
-The Porter Resolution
-The Porter Obstruction
-The Porter Dilemma
-The Porter Incident
Jonathan Paul Isaacs
-Stopwatchers
-Escape Velocity
-Operation Sunburn
-Surface Tension
Robert Fleming
-The Empire's Folly
-War Wings
-The Talon's Fury
-Realms of Tomorrow
-Gods of Gunpowder
-The Fall of Erlon
-Riom
-Empire of War
-The Shadow's Glare
L. C. Lowe
-Fall of the Pathfinder
Claire Gager
- The Last Prophet: Guarding Sophia
Lauren Quick
- The Mayhem Sisters
- Fly by Midnight
R. Janvier DelValle
- Sword from the Sky I: Blade School of Daví
- Sword from the Sky II: The Endless Night
- The Valentine Circle
Frank Percacciante
- The Forgotten Hero
Ray Ayles
- Love's Promise is Forever
- The Cult of Asthamoth
Hannibal Adofo
- Soliloquy
Ronnell Porter
- Dragonfly
Darrell King
- 3 Tymez Dirty: Chopp'd N' Skrewd
Chris Osborn
- Building Dad: Journal of a New Father
David Van Zummeren
- Betrayed
Trudy Wassenaar
- An unusual job
- DNA doesn't lie
J Ellen Ross
- A Gift Freely Given
- As Dragons from Sleep
C.C. Ekeke
- Star Brigade: Odysseys - An Anthology
- Star Brigade: The Supremacy
- Star Brigade: Resurgent
- Star Brigade: Ascendant
- Star Brigade: Maelstrom
Harry Manners
- Ruin
Ella Adamian
- His Name is Killian
Lynda Belle
- Highlander Bride Taken: Scottish Erotic Tales #1
- Highlander Bride Seduction: Scottish Erotic Tales #2
- Highlander Bride Freedom: Scottish Erotic Tales #3
- Rockin' Him Fierce: Hot Groupies #3
- The Perfect Escort: On Call Series #1
- The Perfect Date: On Call Series #2
- Bordello of Vampire Pleasures 1
- Bordello of Vampire Pleasures 2
- Bordello of Vampire Pleasures 3
- For The Women of Rome: Roman Erotic Tale #1
- The Day I Met Her
- The Night I Met Him
- A Cat For Two
- I'll Be Home For Christmas
Jessica McCrory
- The Phoenix
- The Fighter
- The Sorceress
Pamela Sparkman
- A Monster Like Me
Debbie Civil
- Escape
- Hidden
- Talented
- Tranquil
-Unexpected Engagement
-Captive Prince
-Captive Fate
-Brides of Portum Island: Presley
Marc Landau
- Turtle Cove
Bill Walker
- A Man Out of Time
- STALAG
- The Normandy Club
- D-Notice
Hans Joachim Palm
- Codename Hannibal
-In the Service of the CIA: Dirty Oil Deals
John Etterlee
-The Messenger
Alicia Ellis
-Clash of Flesh and Metal
Dharma Kelleher
-Blood and Fire
Mark Nolan
-The Girl Who Escaped
Stephanie Kerr
-Obsidian Queen: Alfheim Chronicles Book One
Erica Sandoval
-Latinx/e in Social Work Volume II
Dax Hunter
-Elf World 1
-Elf World 2
-Elf World 3
Quaviondre Williams
-The Bound Potential
Julles Burn
- Lust Angel
Holly Stone
- Throttle: A Stepbrother Romance
Misha Carver
- Purrfect Chaos
- Purrfect Storm
- Purrfect Harmony
- Billionaire Seeks an Heir #1
- Billionaire Seeks an Heir #2: Unraveled Lives
- Billionaire Seeks an Heir #3: Unforgettable Melody
- Sasha's Storm: Triple Threat
- Light my Fire: Big City Heat #1
- I'm on Fire: Big City Heat #2
- Ring of Fire: Big City Heat #3
- The Christmas Homecoming
- The Christmas Reunion
- Jingle Bell Growl
- Jingle Bell Howl
- Jingle Bell Prowl
Marisa Reiss
- Shane #1 Off to College
- Shane #3 Making the Grade
- Romancing Stone Coming Out Loud Book 1
- Bearing my Burdens
Chera Zade
- Punished by the King
- Conquering the King's Concubine
Ana Lee
- Driving Miss Casey
- Caught in the Crossfire Book 1: A Dangerous Seduction
- Caught in the Crossfire Book 2: Undercover Games
- Caught in the Crossfire Book 3: Breaking News
- Seduced by my Roommate
- Unconventional Business: Fast Times at the Clairmont
Lizzie Lyn Lee
-Tamed: A Dangerous Curves Novella
Wolf Specter
- White Tiger Passion
- White Tiger Seduction
Adriana Jones
-In Bed With the Outlaw
Elly Loughlin
- Waking Lyra
Vito Zuppardo
- Alluring Lady Luck
- Tales of Lady Luck
Ema Zane
-Lured To The Bear Commune: Kodiak Commune
-Lured To The Bear Commune: Part Two
Michael Sanford
-The Girl With Red Hair
-Remembered
-Perfect Little Ones
Liam Donnelly
-Rise
-The Ethereal Vision
-The Crystal Tower
Katie Epstein
-Strike at Midnight
Jenna Bernel
-Taste for Blood: Simmer
Michael Evans
- Control Freakz Series
A. Rosaria
- Dead Start
R. A. McGee
-Savage Code: A Porter Novel
-Moving Target: A Porter Novel
-Rough Company: A Porter Novel
-Sanctioned: A Blackthorn Thriller (The Blackthorn Thrillers Book 1)
-Disavowed: A Blackthorn Thriller (The Blackthorn Thrillers Book 2)
-Rogue: A Blackthorn Thriller (The Blackthorn Thrillers Book 3)
-Ghosts: A Blackthorn Thriller
Ava Devlin
-The Somerton Scandals: The Dreamer and the Debutante
-The Somerton Scandals: The Viscount and the Vixen
-The Somerton Scandals: The Hero and the Hellion
-The Marquis, the Minx, and the Mistletoe
-Unmasking the Silver Heiress
-Unveiling the Counterfeit Bride
-Uncaging the Silent Songbird
-Unearthing the Smuggler's Heart
K. C. Ames
-A Beach House to Die For
-A Book to Die For
-A Reality Show to Die For
-An Orchid to Die For
-A Podcast to Die For
