Rebecca Anastasi

Rebecca Anastasi – Editor

Hello! I'm a diligent, friendly and reliable children's picture book editor working for a major London publisher.

Overview

Hello! My name is Rebecca and I'm a children's picture book editor working for a major London publisher. I can provide copy editing, proofreading and structural edits, as well as more general assessments of your work.

I have experience working on standalone titles and established series in various formats. I have also worked on abridged versions of classic titles and poetry anthologies.

In addition to my love of words, I have a strong eye for design and a keen commercial awareness.

I'm a diligent, reliable and friendly editor who will help you to bring out the best in your project. I take a flexible approach and am happy to adapt my working style to the benefit of each client.

Prior to entering the world of children's books, I was an academic editor for four years. I worked on monographs and textbooks in the fields of Politics, Philosophy and Anthropology.
Services
Fiction
Picture Books
Languages
English (UK) English (US)

Work experience

Hachette Children's Group

Jul, 2023 — Present

- Project management of standalone titles and established series.
- Proofreading.
- Copy editing.
- Metadata management.
- Author and agent care.
- Artwork checks.
- Writing sales copy for various outlets.

Nosy Crow

Sep, 2021 — Jul, 2023 (almost 2 years)

Rowman and Littlefield

Mar, 2017 — Sep, 2021 (over 4 years)

Rebecca has 9 reviews

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stu B.

stu B.

Sep, 2023

I can not thank Rebecca enough for her valued assistance with my ongoing projects which came at a very reasonable price. It has been an absolute pleasure working with her and I am already planning to use her on future projects. My sincerest thanks. Stu
Jake L.

Jake L.

Aug, 2023

Rebecca was the perfect editor for my picture book! My story explored fairly complex subject matter, but Rebecca understood my mission and gave me so much helpful guidance within my tight deadline. With her help, this story truly became something special. Her mature, positive attitude was a breath of fresh air! I really hope to work with her again!
Kate M.

Kate M.

Aug, 2023

This is my first time seeking an editorial assessment, which felt very personal! I'm so glad that I found Rebecca, she provided thorough and considered feedback in a really sensitive manner. Her comments helped me to let go of elements of the story that I had previously been attached to. She was hugely helpful in talking me through both the self-publishing journey as well as providing guidance ...
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Miriam S.

Miriam S.

Jul, 2023

Rebecca was efficient, thorough, engaged and considerate in her approach. She is committed to the project from the minute you sign up, is responsive, encouraging, and her insights are incredibly valuable. I wouldn't hesitate to hire Rebecca again.
Adam J.

Adam J.

Jul, 2023

Rebecca has been amazing to work with. She has helped transform my first book (Children's Picture Book) into something truly amazing. She is very knowledgeable and approachable with any will answer any question you have. I will definitely be working with Rebecca again in the future. Thank you for everything Rebecca!

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