Amanda Shih, Former Editor at Scholastic and Penguin, Current Freelance Editor

I’m a freelance editor and former full-time Scholastic and Penguin Random House editor of nonfiction middle grade, YA, and adult projects. I specialize in narrative nonfiction (historical, scientific, and memoir), creativity and gift books, and historical or science reference for MG readers. To see previous editorial projects, see

https://www.ashiheditorial.com/book-publishing.

Meet with Amanda

Meet face-to-face, from home. Choose Zoom, Google Meet, or phone, and speak for the appointed time about your query, first page, and/or first ten pages (for longer meetings). Does not include written notes, but is a chance to have an honest discussion about your work, and to ask follow-up questions. International meetings welcomed.

Book A Written Critique

Receive insightful notes on your pages–direct to your email. No need to schedule a time to be at a computer, or even deal with technology–all you have to do is keep yourself from hitting refresh. Your critique will arrive within 24 hours of the date selected on the calendar.