Holly Kuck

Holly Kuck – Editor

Tactful. Thorough. Quick. I have a meticulous eye in copyediting, proofreading, and formatting and love working in fiction. Plus, I'm nice!

Overview

My decade of experience spans many different types of projects from novels to picture books to cookbooks to biography, but I love working with YA and MG fiction and picture books, specifically.


My favorite genres to work with:

Romance

Fantasy

Adventure

Contemporary

Young Adult

Middle Grade

Picture Books


If your genre isn't listed, still send me a request! I love so many things. I am not the right fit for erotica, excessive violence, extreme language, or on-the-page sexual abuse.


I love helping creators get their product into the world. I have worked with authors in both the self and trad pub worlds, and watching a product become tangible is my favorite thing. I have worked in developmental editing and as a critique partner for writers. I enjoy face-to-face discussion about projects with clients to help with understanding of rules and can do so over zoom. Ultimately, I pride myself on my tact and ability to help authors understand needed changes without them feeling attacked.


I earned my bachelor's degree in English language (aka grammar) with a minor in editing, and I work in the Chicago Manual of Style. I have worked at Deseret Book and Shadow Mountain publishing houses as a proofreader (where I was nicknamed "Eagle Eye"), and I've worked freelance and contract for them and others.

Services
Fiction
Historical Romance Middle Grade Fantasy Picture Books Young Adult Fantasy
Non-Fiction
Parenting & Families
Languages
English (US)
Certifications
  • BA in English Language with minor in editing from Brigham Young University

Work experience

Self-employed

Feb, 2024 — Present

We pride ourselves in our sharp eye and kind word. Writers who work with Holly Hawk will leave feeling confident in their newly polished product as well as in their personal writing craft.

Atlanta Relationship Institute

Feb, 2017 — May, 2019 (about 2 years)

I edited psychological evaluations written by therapists for clients. I ensured accuracy in grammar, punctuation, testing results, and other standard information as well as improved readability.

Deseret Book Publishers

Jun, 2011 — Jun, 2012 (about 1 year)

I worked on many projects and learned the ins and outs of the publishing industry. I started as an intern and was hired on as a full-time proofreader. When I moved from the state, I continued to edit for the company as a contracted editor.

Portfolio

Proofreading
Copy Editing
Proofreading
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Proofreading
Developmental Editing
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Developmental Editing
Lion House Cookies and Sweets

Temple Square Hospitality Corporation

Copy Editing
Proofreading
After Hello

Lisa Mangum

Proofreading
Proofreading
Copy Editing
Developmental Editing Copy Editing
Copy Editing

Holly has 8 reviews

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Ella S.

Ella S.

Sep, 2024

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Ella S.

Sep, 2024

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Ella S.

Ella S.

Sep, 2024

I feel truly fortunate to have met Holly on this journey. She has worked closely with me on multiple projects. She is professional, reliable, very approachable, and extremely nice! Working with her has been a true pleasure- it feels like she is friend that I’ve known for a while. She is extremely supportive and really roots for her clients to succeed. She has taught me so much. I truly feel ble...
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Jime W.

Jime W.

Aug, 2024

Holly was an incredible professional to work with. Her work is impeccable, her thoughts and considerations were very helpful to the story, and she was an absolute joy to work with! Professional and super KIND and friendly! I look forward to working with her again on future projects!
Alexandra K.

Alexandra K.

Aug, 2024

Holly was an absolute joy to work with. Very patient and quick to respond, also an excellent coach. As a first time author I loved working with her and hope to again in the future!

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