Polished

* Copy editing

* Line editing

* Proofreading

* Fiction (all genres)

* Non-fiction

* Corporate

* Web-based content

Editing by Lyndsay Wilkin

Your manuscript— polished.

Whether you’ve written a short story, a novel, a memoir, an instructional guide, or a corporate deck, refining your draft through proper editing will elevate your work to the professional level it deserves.

From line editing to copy editing to proofreading, my job is to polish your writing to its own unique shine, while maintaining the integrity of your voice and style.

Editing Services

About the Editor

I’m Lyndsay Wilkin, and I’ve been a freelance copy editor and proofreader for over a decade. I’ve also been a writer for at least as long, which gives me a unique perspective on the writer-editor relationship and process.

As a fiction writer, I understand the rollercoaster of getting your heart and soul onto a page and submitting those labored-over words to the refinement of editing. I’m very familiar with the vulnerability that comes with receiving constructive criticism on my work, and I take that experience with me into every single piece I edit.

As a web content writer, I’m familiar with finding the voice and tone of a particular company and communicating those to its audience/consumers. And as a web content copy editor and proofreader, the integrity of your company’s brand in the written word is my priority.

I’m a member of the Editorial Freelancers Association (EFA), working from my home in the foothills of the Smoky Mountains. I’m a wife and momma, a serious lover of dark chocolate and books (obviously!), fascinated by all things historical, and easily distracted by beauty in nature.

I look forward to learning about you and your WIP soon!

What Polished Clients Are Saying

  • Author

    Charlene H., Author

    "Lyndsay's editing skills are nothing short of transformative. Her gift for language and storytelling allow her to see nuances that others miss, uncovering not just problems but unique solutions that take your story to a new level. Her expertise is evident in every step of the editing process, whether she's fine-tuning a sentence, reshaping a paragraph, cutting an entire chapter, or revamping a complex plotline.

    When you entrust your manuscript to Lyndsay, you're placing it in the hands of someone who truly understands its potential and is committed to helping you realize it fully. I cannot emphasize enough how Lyndsay's editing skills can transform a good story into a great one."

  • Blog

    Stephanie K., Collective Blog Editor

    "As the founder of a collaborative women's blog, I needed someone who could bring a variety of writing styles to their fullest potential while preserving the unique voices of each contributing writer. Lyndsay always has been and always will be my go-to for copy editing!

    Not only is she professional and meticulous, but her encouragement and energy make the experience that much better. I truly couldn't have done it without her."

  • Corporate

    Alex E., Co-Founder of PetPath

    “If you’re looking for a copy editor, look no further! Lyndsay has supported our team for years now, editing content, pitch decks, etc. She’s a seasoned professional and will go above and beyond on any project she is involved in!”