“I had been warned that the editing of a book was a tough process. I guess those people did not have Jocelyn as their editor. Her insights, edits and questions enabled my book to become an international bestseller. I highly recommend Jocelyn for anyone wanting to get their books published and polished. I cannot imagine writing without Jocelyn in my corner.”–Laura Atchison, author of What Would a Wise Woman Do?
Jocelyn Carbonara is a trained, highly-experienced editor and ghostwriter who has edited dozens of books over the past two decades, including in areas of business/leadership, self-help, spiritual/religion, creative non-fiction, and fiction. Her original writing has been published in magazines including the internationally-acclaimed Real Leaders and more. She has edited books for authors published by McGraw Hill, John Wiley & Sons, Intervarsity Press, Morgan James, and more. Jocelyn has a passion for prose and an eye for clear communications, so every piece she edits is read with a mind to improve both the whole book, and each sentence therein.
Jocelyn offers more than just editing. She personally takes ownership of your manuscript to ensure that it is fully optimized to tell your story in your voice, and ultimately reach your readers. In addition, as an entrepreneur and business consultant in leadership and communications to successful companies around the globe (see clients), she will help you explore or pursue options for publishing and marketing your book once it’s done. As one client explains, “Jocelyn is more than just an editor. She is a business partner.”
Upon contract, the typical editing process works as follows:
Phase I, Developmental Editing- This revision phase involves a “deep read” wherein Jocelyn not only edits the copy, but also makes suggestions for rearranging, adding, or eliminating content if necessary. She uses the “track changes” feature in Word so you can accept or decline her edits. She also leaves numerous “coaching” comments throughout the manuscript–highlighting areas of strength, asking for clarity on areas that need it, and making suggestions to improve the book. She can ghostwrite transitions, case studies, and more as needed/requested. This phase is known as “developmental editing.”
Phase II, Copy editing- Once an author has reviewed the edits made in Phase I, and approved/declined changes, as well as added copy where appropriate, Jocelyn edits the manuscript again–paying close attention to additions, and refining manuscript to fit Chicago Style or other publishing guidelines. This phase is known as “copy editing.”
Phase III, Proofreading- An optional proofreading phase by another party occur, per your request.
Partial List of Books Edited:
- Blind Spots– by Steve Booren (in production, 2022)
- The Beginning of Wealth– by Brandon Moore (in production, 2022)
- Beating Addiction– by Russell Surasky (in production, 2022)
- The Four Intimacies– by Amy and Roy Clark (in production, 2022)
- I Don’t Understand?– by Buki Mosaku (in production, 2022)
- No Fit– by Nico de Klerk (in production, 2022)
- The Corelands– by David Wildermann (in production, 2022)
- The Green Glow– by Emily Pace (in production, 2022)
- Paint Won’t Cover that Stain– by Scott Carbonara (in production, 2022)
- An Uncommon Path– by Wayne Pollard (in production, 2022)
- How to Win Friends and Manage Remotely– by McKenna Sweazey (Available September 1st, 2022, pre-order now!)
- I Need to Tell You– by Cathryn Vogeley (WiDo 2022)
- Team Unity– by John Ross (Routledge 2022)
- Off Center– by Randy Grimes, former NFL center (Spiritus 2022)
- Work from the Inside Out– by Tammy Gooler Loeb (Bay Way 2022)
- The 7 Essential Stories of Every Business– by Bruce Williamson (Self-published 2021)
- Signs Whispers and Miracles– by Violet Batejan (Deer Point 2021)
- To Martin, With Love– by Brad Bujnowski (Harley House 2021)
- Getting It Right When It Matters Most– by Tony Gambill and Scott Carbonara (Spiritus 2021)
- The Home for Friendless Children– by C.L. Olsen (Self-published 2021)
- The Truth About Selling– by John Thalheimer (True Star Leadership 2021)
- The Successful Surgeon- by Kate Lueras (BookBaby 2021)
- Unabashed– Niyati Tamaskar (Self-published 2021)
- Brainstorming with Da Vinci– by Eric Bowe (Self-published 2021)
- Relentless Execution– by Yolanda Spearman (Self-published 2021)
- Fall Down, Gritty Up– by Dr. Kasey Lynn (River Grove 2021)
- ESCAPE– by Nnamdi Dike (TechServ 2021)
- Vodka, Hookers and the Russian Mafia– by Joe Serio (GTN 2021)
- Future Widow– by Jenny Lisk (Bluhen 2021)
- Never Over– by Claire Joseph (Self-published 2020)
- The Everlasting Hunger for Improvement– by Jordan Salzano (Xlibris US 2020)
- How to Become a REAL Holistic Health Practitioner– by David Jameson (Self-published 2020)
- The Mural Artist’s Handbook– by Morgan Bricca (Morgan Mural Studios 2020)
- Joy Walker– by Steve Downey (Self-Published 2020)
- Gifts of the Forest– by Linda Scheet (Spiritus 2020)
- Mythical Me– by Richella Parham (IVP 2019)
- Pure Heart Leadership- by Dr. Shana Garrett (Spiritus 2019)
- Modern Masquerade– by Toria Leigh (Author Academy Elite 2018)
- Leading the High-Performing Company– by Heidi Pozzo (Business Expert Press 2018)
- The ABCs of the Customer Journey– by Hank Hoffmeier (HFH 2018)
- From Dope to Hope– by Tim Ryan (Spiritus 2017)
- Building Your Best Financial Banana Split– by Bruce Rowland (Self-published 2017)
- Facilitation Made Easy– by Mary Tomlinson (Write Way 2016)
- The Instant Energy Method– by Allan Ting (My Yoga Stream 2016)
- The Last Tipi– by M. Kris Landry (Spiritus 2016)
- Mayday USA– by Tom Rattray (Self-published 2016)
- Multiple fantasy books in development by Debra Hodges (2014-present)
- Zest Your Life- by Linda Babulic (2015)
- Keep It Simple Selling– by Damian Boudreaux (Morgan James 2015)
- The 24-Hour Woman– by Cheryl Liew (Morgan James 2014)
- Repeat the Remarkable– by Perry Holley (McGraw Hill 2013)
- Answering The Three Career Questions– by Bruce Hazen (CreateSpace 2013)
- Manager’s Guide to Online Marketing– by Jason Weaver (McGraw Hill 2013)
- God, Me, and My Hula Hoop– by Mary Reisberg (Crossbooks 2013)
- Change: If I Can, You Can– by Travis Angry (Morgan James 2013)
- Manager’s Guide to Employee Engagement– by Scott Carbonara (McGraw Hill 2012)
- Manager’s Guide to Change Management– by Stephen Rock (McGraw Hill 2012)
- Go Positive: Lead to Engage– by Sam Glenn, Doug McKinney, and Scott Carbonara (Pfeiffer 2012)
- Leaders: Start to Finish– by Anne Bruce (ASTD 2012)
- Manager’s Guide to Motivating Employees, 2nd Ed– by Anne Bruce (McGraw Hill 2012)
- What Would a Wise Woman Do?– by Laura Steward Atchison (Morgan James 2012)
- Fired Up! Employees– by Aric Bostick (iUniverse 2012)
- Stop Workplace Drama– by Marlene Chism (Wiley 2011)
- The Amazing Mirror– by Sebastian Oros and Doug McKinney (AFC 2011)
- Kick in the Attitude– by Sam Glenn (Wiley 2010)
- Who Put a Lizard in My Lasagna?– by Sam Glenn (2009)
- Firsthand Lessons Secondhand Dogs– by Scott Carbonara (2008)
- Don’t Throw Underwear on the Table– by Scott Carbonara (2008)
- Fishsticks and Positive Jumps– by Sam Glenn (2009)
- and many more
Contact Jocelyn today for an editing quote or to fill out a free questionnaire to help you pinpoint your needs.