Let's make your writing legendary.
Let's make your writing legendary.

I'm a Sydney-based freelance book editor and proofreader specialising in fantasy & science fiction novels.

Portrait of Erin Middleton, freelance book editor based in Sydney.

Maybe you've just finished your first draft (congrats!) and want an editor to guide you on plot, character and worldbuilding.


Perhaps you're preparing your manuscript for an agent or publisher and want to make sure it's ready for submission.


Or you're self-publishing and want every page checked for spelling errors and pesky misplaced commas.


Wherever you’re at in your writing and publishing journey, I’m here to help you strengthen your story.

Maybe you've just finished your first draft (congrats!) and want an editor to guide you on plot, character and worldbuilding.

Perhaps you're preparing your manuscript for an agent or publisher and want to make sure it's ready for submission.

Or you're self-publishing and want every page checked for spelling errors and pesky misplaced commas.

Wherever you’re at in your writing and publishing journey, I’m here to help you strengthen your story.

Book Editing Services

Book Editing Services

Let's help your manuscript reach its next stage of development.

Structural Editing

In-depth analysis of your manuscript to ensure it has a clear structure, cohesive plot, and well-developed characters.

Copy Editing

Detailed review of your story for clarity and narrative flow, plus correcting grammar, punctuation and spelling errors.

Proofreading

Final read-through of your story to catch any remaining errors and to make sure your book is ready for publishing.

Portrait of Erin Middleton, freelance book editor specialising in fantasy and science fiction novels.
Portrait of Erin Middleton, freelance book editor specialising in fantasy and science fiction novels.

Meet your new editor

Meet your new editor

Hey, nice to meet you!

I'm Erin, and I'm obsessed with storytelling.

I currently work as an in-house editor at one of Australia's largest publishing houses, where I edit children’s books (which is great fun!).

But my true love is fantasy and sci-fi. I adore magic systems and clever worldbuilding, and am very partial to fantastical creatures.

I'm passionate about working with authors to develop their manuscripts for self-publication or for submission to agents and publishers. I love being the helping hand that brings an author's best work to their readers!

Why work with me?

Why work with me?

Respect for Your Voice

I refine your manuscript without rewriting your style. Your story stays authentically yours.

The Right Edit, Every Time

Whether you need big-picture guidance, polished prose or a final proofread, I’ll guide you to the right level of support.

Publishing Experience

With industry knowledge and a proven track record, I know what makes a manuscript ready for readers.

Published Books

Published Books

Every published book begins with a first draft. These are just a few of the stories I’ve helped bring to life.

In their words

In their words

I have already helped many ambitious writers.
Now it's your turn ...

I first hired Erin as a copy editor, and after the incredible results, I've utilised her for both developmental and structural editing, too.

Danny Beaton

Fantasy

Comments were both positive and helpful, pointing out areas of needed improvement and the things that worked. Highly recommend.

Rachel Taylor

YA Urban Fantasy

Erin was very helpful in not only editing my work and picking up on holes, but in also answering my questions.

Antoinette

YA Romance

The edits and feedback were extremely helpful. I appreciate the attention to detail. I am very happy with the service received and plan to come back for my next novel.

MJ James

Science Fiction

I'm very happy with the work that Erin did for my book. My fiction book is now ready for self-publishing, there's a nice flow in the text and the story is more vibrant.

Lora Mitreva

Parable Fiction

I first hired Erin as a copy editor, and after the incredible results, I've utilised her for both developmental and structural editing, too.

Danny Beaton

Fantasy

Comments were both positive and helpful, pointing out areas of needed improvement and the things that worked. Highly recommend.

Rachel Taylor

YA Urban Fantasy

Erin was very helpful in not only editing my work and picking up on holes, but in also answering my questions.

Antoinette

YA Romance

The edits and feedback were extremely helpful. I appreciate the attention to detail. I am very happy with the service received and plan to come back for my next novel.

MJ James

Science Fiction

I'm very happy with the work that Erin did for my book. My fiction book is now ready for self-publishing, there's a nice flow in the text and the story is more vibrant.

Lora Mitreva

Parable Fiction

Ready to make your writing legendary?

Let's craft a book that leaves a lasting legacy.

© Erin Middleton 2026

I acknowledge the Tharawal people on whose lands I live and work. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are the land’s first and oldest storytellers. This was, and always will be, Aboriginal land.

Ready to make your writing legendary?

Let's craft a book that leaves a lasting legacy.

© Erin Middleton 2026

I acknowledge the Tharawal people on whose lands I live and work. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are the land’s first and oldest storytellers. This was, and always will be, Aboriginal land.