Update: As of May 2022, I am accepting select adult fiction editing clients to add to my personal roster. Slots are limited. If you are interested in working with me, please complete the form here.
I am currently adding new editing clients to my roster for the first time in two years. I've been focusing on my current clients and on building Blue Pen—which has been a true joy. But I truly miss working with fiction and with new voices, which is why I am currently accepting select projects. I'm looking for manuscripts that excite me and authors who are committed to growing in their craft, regardless of their publication goals.
Approach
My editing philosophy is based on the central goal of developing the best possible manuscript while supporting the author's career and craft. After editing, I want you to know that your manuscript is improved. I want you to learn something from the editing process. And I want you to feel excited about your story and what it can become.
Qualifications
I hold a bachelor's degree in English from Campbell University, am a member of the Editorial Freelancers Association, and have been a professional book editor for six years. I manage and oversee a team of editing and publishing professionals at Blue Pen. I am also an author represented by Sandy Lu of Book Wyrm Literary Agency.
Genres
I exclusively edit adult fiction. My preferred genres include literary fiction, upmarket fiction, historical fiction, horror, suspense, magical realism, fantasy, and science fiction.
Rates
Developmental editing and line editing each cost $0.04 per word. If you need a manuscript critique or proofread, we can coordinate with my team at Blue Pen.
From My Clients:
Writing for me is extremely personal. That’s a piece of my heart and soul locked in those pages. It’s scary to hand it over to someone you’ve never actually met, knowing they’re going to work with it. It requires a lot of trust, and Victoria is worth every drop. ![]() K.L. WatkinsI Am a Traveller and othersVictoria was really helpful and encouraging. She paid good attention to details and explained well why she was making certain suggestions. ![]() Laura HakalaDown the Creek at Low TideAfter many rejections, I almost set my manuscript aside to forget about it forever. As a last recourse, I found Victoria on Twitter and checked her website. After reading the outstanding testimonials, I gave it a shot and asked for a manuscript critique and a developmental edit. I am so glad I did! Victoria is very professional and well-organized. She obviously loves her job and cares about her clients’ success. Both edits were done with great care, and she pinpointed exactly what did and didn’t work. I greatly appreciated the assiduity behind her reports. ![]() Safiya M.Spellbound HeiressVictoria clearly cares for her clients. Her gentle honesty highlights improvements and reveals unexplored avenues to better your craft. Highly recommended! ![]() Ethan CusimanoThe Gale AgeI have a Twitter account and came across Victoria there. Victoria’s tweets inspired me to find the confidence to send her my work. It didn’t take much. I had no worries going into the editing process. As it turned out, it was a very wise decision. I constantly looked forward to receiving Victoria’s advice. ![]() David ChambersFair DubsI came across Victoria through Twitter. I hadn't previously thought about having someone critique my book and decided that I needed to know how a stranger felt about the storyline. Wanting to find out, I hired her for a critique and am glad I did. ![]() Susan F. PruittFall From Grace: An Ordinary Angel Book 3 |
Working with Victoria Griffin has been an enjoyable and productive experience. I chose Victoria as my editor after we crossed paths on social media. Through the social media format, I was able to read many of her tips and insights into the editing and publishing world. Her honest and straight forward approach to the editing process along with her clear passion for writing won me over. ![]() Tanya WilliamsBecoming Mrs. Smith and othersThis was my first manuscript and I had no idea what to expect during the editing process. My biggest concern was finding a reputable editor who would take the time and be thorough in order to ensure my manuscript was ready for publication. I chose Victoria because she genuinely seemed to take a vested interest in my story. She really took the time to listen to my story, and her emotional interest was clearly evident. ![]() Timothy H. Hilke IIII Am Not BrokenWorking with Victoria was a very positive experience. I opted for a manuscript critique, and it was delivered promptly, in advance of the promised date. I’d asked a few specific questions in advance (mostly in relation to whether she felt I’d successfully addressed a few suggestions made to me in an agent’s R&R) and she ensured these were addressed within the critique. Afterwards, Victoria was happy to answer my follow-up questions. ![]() Georgiana DerwentThe Dictator's WifeBeing my first book, I didn't know what to expect from editing. My biggest fear was being told I wasted my time putting the book together, which of course didn't happen. As an editor and writer, Victoria knows both sides of the process, which showed in the way she handled my work. Her personality also seems to be very energetic and driven. I have more confidence submitting my book to an agent knowing it has been prepared by a professional. ![]() Jeffrey BrownOur Story |