I was really pleased to come across Jill French … thank goodness and she was brilliant, fantastic. Jumped on the project immediately, was very swift in her communication, set out my timelines, made sure I knew exactly what I could expect from her. No task was too small; no task was too big. We managed to hit the deadlines. And yeah, I have nothing but positive things to say. Wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her. Fiona Green, Winning with Data in the Business of Sports: CRM and Analytics 2nd Edition, (2021)
I’ve been working with Jill for a couple of years now, and she is always very accommodating when it comes to timing and delivery. I value her honest, straightforward approach, and she has always delivered my edits ahead of schedule. A comprehensive and professional service, that I trust to get my books into shape. Always a pleasure dealing with Jill and I highly recommend her services. J A Crawshaw, The Art Group (2023) The Gift (2025) and Purple Dove (forthcoming 2025)
Jill has been immensely helpful on my journey to self-publication. She provided help with both the developmental edit and the copy edit. As a newbie to authorship, I wasn’t sure what to expect. The report she produced at the end of the developmental edit has been a valuable resource, and after each edit, I had the opportunity to discuss my questions with Jill in an online meeting. If I thought I’d missed something, I could email her with further questions. I feel confident in my memoir; now it has been through Jill’s hands. Nicola Briggs, Peacock on the Moon, (forthcoming 2025)
Be assured if you decide to use Jill’s editorial service your work will be in safe hands. Jill is highly professional but also very approachable and friendly. Any queries I had were patiently explained. I highly recommend. Jo Agrell, Beyond the Oriel Window (Forthcoming 2025)
I had the pleasure of meeting Jill when looking for some advice on the overuse of non-standard dialogue in my latest book, From Time To Time. Jill quickly came up with a solution, implemented the necessary changes, completed a copy edit, and subsequently proofread the final document, completing each stage of the work in a timely manner. Jill’s professionalism and friendly demeanour made working on my book with her a pleasure and I have no hesitation in recommending her to fellow authors. B.B. Jones, From Time to Time (2024)
As a first time author I knew that I should use a developmental edit to allow an experienced pair of eyes review my work to help with improving the first draft of my manuscript. That is exactly the service Jill offers. Once the report came through I read it. It’s quite a bit to take in, so I arranged to have a zoom meeting with Jill two weeks after its receipt. In that time, I asked a few questions of her via email about some burning issues that I faced when going through a thorough review of the report.
It was at the online meeting that I thrashed out some ideas and ‘how do I’ issues with Jill. … It took [me] two months to work out and apply the changes, and I believe it has really elevated my work. Thank you Jill, your advice and help were invaluable and the kind and helpful way you disseminated the information to me, most appreciated. Gillian Knightley, Not All That Glisters (2025)
Jill is an incredible editor. She responded quickly, worked diligently, and charged reasonably. Her insights improved the quality and look of my book. I am thankful for our collaboration and look forward to working with her again. Bill Hays, (publication forthcoming 2025)
I started collaborating with Jill when I wrote my first novel, and since then, she has been my preferred editor. She is an instrumental part of the editing and streamlining of my stories, and her expertise and input are invaluable. I find her the perfect blend of approachability and professionalism. Her comments and suggestions are clear, and she explains why it would be a better option or approach, and even though I feel that I can trust her opinion, she always leaves the final decision with me (and she’s incredibly polite about it, too).
I find the report she gives after her developmental editing particularly helpful. It allows me to see exactly where the strengths and weaknesses in my characters and story are. An author can never be entirely objective about their own work. When you work with a professional editor, you want someone who will be honest but also take their time to understand your story and see where it needs improvement. I know I can expect Jill to use the time she blocks out to edit my manuscript (whether it’s developmental or copy editing) because she pays attention to every detail. That’s the kind of editor a writer should be working with.
I love working with Jill and would recommend her to anyone who has the desire to make their story the best it can be.
Thank you, Jill, you’re amazing! Leonora Ross, A Life in Frames (2025)
Jill’s professional skills as a copyeditor are excellent. I am approaching the publication of my latest murder mystery novel with renewed confidence that the edited manuscript is as good as it can be. Clear communications. Prompt turnaround service. Great value. J Terry, Sudden Death at Bogey Bay (2023)
I was impressed with Jill’s professionalism and communication. She completed the copyedit early and the work was perfect. Jill gave me options for changes. I would hire Jill for my next project and give her a 5 star reference. DJ Cashbar, Back Focus (2023)
Jill produced the agreed result on time and on budget. She went beyond the strict limits of the brief to make some suggestions that would improve the layout of the text and made no secret of the fact that she had enjoyed reading the book. What more could I possibly ask of a proofreader? I have every expectation that I shall be working with Jill again. Michael Forester, Forest Pathways (2023)
Jill did a great job on our book. Besides numerous errors that we overlooked (despite three separate reviews of our own), she offered several good suggestions for improving our manuscript. She also provided explanations of her recommended changes.
Jill was prompt in her communications, and completed her work right on time. We would certainly recommend Jill as an editor, and we plan to use her on our next book. Herb and LindaSue Hemenway, The Stonehenge Murders (2023)
I had a fantastic experience hiring Jill to copyedit my novelette. She used the suggested CIEP rates, so I knew I wasn’t being overcharged, and her edits were spot on. In addition, Jill provided a style sheet as well as two versions of my manuscript – one with all tracking and comments, and one with all tracking accepted that still had comments. And best of all, Jill came in a week ahead of schedule, which made a huge difference in getting the novelette into the anthology it was intended for. I won’t hesitate to use Jill in the future, and I wholeheartedly recommend her. Stuart Wakefield, Out in the Cold, (2023)
Jill did an excellent job. Not only did she do the requested proofreading, but she also gave me some helpful copyediting tips and checked and smoothed out the local language in places. And all that within two weeks. I’m very satisfied and happy with the result. My book has already been published. Stephanie Ahlen, Windward Side (2022)
I’ve published before, but this is my first time using a copyeditor. I’m hooked! My manuscript is a thousand times better thanks to Jill. I appreciate her help and patience with a newbie. I would love to work with her again. Beth Savoie, Death Illuminated, (2022)
I am completely delighted with Jill’s work; she was communicative, responsive, and her talent was much appreciated. I am very happy with her clear, concise, and annotated edits, which complimented the work of the individual authors for a clean, polished, professional book. Ashley Santana ed., Published: A Craft Guide, [Kelp Books] (2022)
I can’t stop singing Jill’s praises. Working with her is such a pleasure. She is amazing! Besides being the ultimate professional where it comes to quality and thoroughness, her genuine interest and valuable input make me believe I can write more and better stories. Leonora Ross, The Suncatcher, (2022)
So lucky to have such an excellent copy-editor @jf_editorial for Radical Woman – professional, punctilious and speedy! Maggie Humm, Radical Woman Gwen John & Rodin, [Edward Everett Root] (2023)
Very positive working with Jill. She quickly responded to all questions and did an excellent job. Steven Schatz, Seashell Virgin: Nacho Mama’s Patio Cafe Novels, Book 3 (2021)
Jill is punctual and polite. Her copyedit helped transform my novel into a better version of itself. She answers messages quickly and her feedback is truly helpful. C.L. Holzapfel, Place of Fright: A Race to the Maya Underworld (2022)
Jill has been an absolute pleasure to work with. She was highly professional, made great suggestions, was very respectful and never made me feel as if I didn’t know what I was doing. I value her input tremendously. She is a wonderful editor. Thank you so much, Jill. You are a star! Leonora Ross, Tess Has a Broken Heart, and Other Comedies Full of Errors (2021)
Jill was very good to work with. Everything was on time and she communicated well. Gina Cheyne, The Mystery of the Lost Husbands (SeeMS Detective Agency) (2021)
Jill is a phenomenal editor, very thorough, precise and thoughtful in her approach. She genuinely cared about my story and how best to tell it in a way that’s most easily digestible and engaging for the reader. Jill also responded quickly to every inquiry and cared about doing the best job possible. I highly recommend her, she went above and beyond my expectations! Aiden Yang, The Spineless Porcupine: Why Our Differences Are Superpowers (2020)
Thank you so much for the great job you have done it! It is fantastic – meticulous, thorough and comprehensive. I am very grateful. Joy Damousi, The Humanitarians: Child War Refugees and Australian Humanitarianism in a Transnational World, 1919–1975 (Studies in the Social and Cultural History of Modern Warfare), [Cambridge University Press] (2022)
It always amazes me how many things can be changed from the way I talk, but although simple changes they do make all the difference, thank you. Veronica Ewen, Daisy (2018)
I appreciated your responsiveness and the quick feedback you provided. I thought your work was very professional and thorough and that gave me a lot of confidence. I would be very happy to work with you again on another project. It was a real pleasure to work with you. Many thanks for doing such a thorough job. Peter Howard, The Miraculous Music of Clara Martinelli (2020)
Jill was great. She did an excellent editing job and was very supportive throughout. Don Siegel, Gaspar’s Guitar, (2020)
Jill is a phenomenal editor, very thorough, precise, and thoughful in her approach. She genuinely cared about my story and how best to tell it in a way that’s easily digestible and engaging for the reader. Jill also responded quickly to every inquiry and cared about doing the best job possible. I highly recommend her, she went above and beyond my expectations! Aiden Yang, The Spineless Porcupine: Why Our Differences Are Superpowers, (2020)
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