Jamie Banks Editing

Professional Writing Services

manuscript review Services

I provide a comprehensive manuscript review designed to give you clear, actionable insight into the strengths of your draft and the areas that need further development. After reading your full manuscript, I prepare a detailed editorial report that covers structure, pacing, clarity, character or idea development, genre expectations, and overall market readiness.

You’ll receive a multi‑page analysis outlining what’s working, what may be confusing or underdeveloped, and specific recommendations for revision. My goal is to help you understand exactly how to elevate your manuscript before you move on to developmental editing, querying, or publication.

fact-checking

I offer three levels of fact-checking depending on your needs:

Basic:

Spot‑checking obvious claims
Verifying names, dates, and places
Ensuring internal consistency

Standard:

Checking all factual statements
Verifying quotes and attributions
Confirming statistics and data

Comprehensive:

Deep research
Cross‑referencing multiple sources
Reviewing citations and bibliographies
Ensuring alignment with current research or industry standards

copyEditing and proofreading

I offer comprehensive editing and proofreading services to help you improve the quality and accuracy of your writing. I can help you refine your writing and ensure that your content is polished.

endorsements

"Highly recommended

"kept the heart of my writing authentic"

“Jamie Banks is an exceptional book editor, professional, prompt, and attentive. Her timely responses, insights, and personal touch made collaboration on my manuscript smooth and productive. Highly recommended." Rick Paynter OAM (Medal of the Order of Australia)

"kept the heart of my writing authentic"

“Writing my first book, The Warehouse of Your Mind, was equal parts intimidating and rewarding. The stage I was most concerned about was the editing process. Jamie was professional, efficient, encouraging, and kind, and made great suggestions while keeping the heart of my writing authentic. I could not have asked for a better editor. I a

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"her feedback was exemplary"

"kept the heart of my writing authentic"

"her feedback was exemplary"

“Working with Jamie on the editing phase of my book, Down To Earth Leadership, was a positive and enriching experience. Her feedback was exemplary, as she took time to understand my perspective and goals, offering input as needed. I would recommend her for your editing needs and would readily work with her again." Deve Persad, Pastor and Minister, EMCC

more About me

I’m an editor with a sharp eye for refining the written word and a passion for bringing stories to life.

I hold an Editing Certificate from Mount Royal University in Calgary, a Bachelor's Degree in Communications from Athabasca University, and I completed a two-year Library Studies program at MacEwan University in Edmonton.

Born in Saskatchewan. I currently live near the beautiful Canadian Rocky Mountains.

As a former Library Board Member Trustee, helped with the management and provision of library services, approved an annual budget and the financial oversight of library operations. I also helped with the planning and fundraising for a beautiful new public library in my community.

As a former volunteer with an international organization, I wrote briefings, coordinated communications, and travelled to NYC and Washington D.C. for meetings.

For my local Scouts group, I wrote grant proposals and planned events leading up to the World Scout Jamboree in Denmark.

I am an avid traveler and have visited Peru, Egypt, Japan, Australia, New Zealand, the UK, Ireland, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, the Netherlands, Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, Switzerland, Luxembourg, Austria, Poland, Czechia, Slovakia, Mexico, the Bahamas, Grand Cayman, and have travelled throughout Canada and the U.S.