Editorial

Our editorial team is dedicated to providing exceptional service and top-notch content. Drawing from our extensive and diverse knowledge base, we meticulously curate and painstakingly craft each of our books to offer authors not just valuable insights, but also a truly engaging reading experience.

You can confidently rely on our passionate and committed editorial staff to consistently deliver enjoyable and enlightening publishing journeys with every book we produce. We understand that authors put their heart and soul into their work, and our goal is to ensure that each publication reflects the utmost care and dedication, resulting in a literary masterpiece that resonates with readers across the globe.

Rick Benzel

Ghostwriter & Developmental Editor

Rick is a highly creative professional with over 45 years of experience in ghostwriting, editing, and publishing. He is the co-founder of Over and Above Creative and the founder/CEO of New Insights Press, specializing in custom publishing of non-fiction books across various fields such as health, self-help, leadership, and personal finance.

For more information: overandabovecreative.com

Deborah K. Steinberg

Editor and Writing Coach

Deborah works with writers at the developmental and line editing stages of the writing process. Her specialties include speculative fiction, stories of healing, experimental writing, and working with ESL writers. She loves helping authors structure and refine innovative, challenging books.

For more information: steinbergeditorial.com

Allan Graubard

Developmental & Line Editor

Allan is a 30-year veteran of the NY publishing scene; currently works as agent on selected high-profile titles, and as freelance developmental and line editor; with numerous discipline-specific and industry publishing awards in the physical and health science genres.

For more information: Allan Graubard on LinkedIn

Sara Volle

Writing Coach & Developmental Editor

Sara is a developmental editor and writing coach with over 10 years of experience helping authors bring their ideas and stories to life. She specializes in nonfiction, business, leadership, and memoir projects, working closely with authors to transform their ideas into impactful books. Sara combines 1:1 coaching with detailed editing and feedback, guiding authors to improve their manuscripts while honoring their unique voices. Sara has a deep understanding of storytelling and the writing process and she is passionate about helping authors.

For more information: Sara Volle on LinkedIn

Nancy  Seid

Developmental & Line Editor

Nancy is a freelance editor who works with writers at every stage, from discovering the heart of an author’s book through line editing and proofreading. She has edited in many different genres including mysteries and YA fiction as well as psychology, poetry, and memoir. Some titles include The Necklace by Matt Witten, Art in the Blood by Bonnie MacBird, The Secret Lives of Children by Meri Wallace, Six When He Came to Us by Ellie Porte Parker, and Longing and Belonging by Paulette Rochelle-Levy.

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Julie Simpson

Editor & Proofreader

Julie is a bridge between author and reader; it’s her job to find and correct any errors in a manuscript. This includes grammar, spelling, punctuation, consistency, and flow, all while maintaining the author’s voice. She brings a lifetime of interests and experience to each assignment, which enables her to not only spot any problems in the writing, but also to help polish it so it shines with authenticity and meaning.

For more information: Julie Simpson on LinkedIn

Brenda Lange

Editor & Proofreader

Brenda has 30 years’ experience crafting and editing content of all types: books, profiles, case studies, feature and news stories, biographies, long- and short-form narratives, business and marketing materials, social media posts, and online content. She has been described as skilled, approachable, easygoing, and someone who truly understands what her clients need.

For more information: brendalange.com

Emerald Gao

Editor & Proofreader

Emerald is a versatile, meticulous freelance editor who draws upon 13 years of experience quarterbacking in-house editorial operations in the professional sports and gaming industries and loves to work in various genres and subject matters. She currently offers line and copy editing, fact-checking, proofreading, and copywriting services.

For more information: emeraldgao.simple.ink/

Brijit Reed

Line & Copy Editor

Brijit is an independently published author, freelance writer, screenwriter, and editor with 10+ years of experience. She has worked in a wide variety of materials, including books, screenplays, articles, and book and screenplay coverage. In addition to line and copy editing, she also works as a developmental editor and ghostwriter. Her favorite projects involve human interest, self-help, spirituality, humor, and uplifting narratives.

For more information: brijitreed.com

Lorraine Wadman

Editor and Proofreader

For 20 years, Lorraine Wadman has edited children’s books and elementary reading curriculum. Her expertise is in assuring that a book’s vocabulary and content are age-appropriate, readable, and fun for young readers or the adults who read the text aloud. It is Lorraine’s pleasure to coach authors to make their work polished, professional, and marketable.

For more information: Lorraine Wadman

Victoria Brock

Copyeditor & Proofreader

Victoria is an author of contemporary British fiction and co-founder of The Word Tank, an editorial and publishing business providing development editing, copy editing and proofreading services, as well as marketing strategy and publishing consultancy. Member of the Chartered Institute for Editors and Proofreaders, the Romantic Novelists’ Association, and Approved Partner Member of the Alliance of Independent Authors. As seen in the Writers and Artists Yearbook 2025.

For more information: Victoria Brock on LinkedIn