Rozi Doci - Editor

Rozi Doci - Editor – Editor

Developmental and Copy Editor | Empowering Indie Female Authors | Romance. YA. Children's Titles. Suspense. Non-Fiction.

Overview

With over 15 years of experience in developmental and copy editing, I am dedicated to helping female authors like you transform manuscripts into published works. I've worked in various industries, including Fortune 100 brands, in-house publishing houses, entrepreneurs, and indie and established authors across genres.



Specializations:


I specialize in both fiction and non-fiction editing, focusing on enhancing narrative flow, character development, and overall manuscript structure. My services include:


Manuscript Critique

Developmental (Structural) Editing

Line Editing

Copy Editing

Proofreading

Fact-Checking

Quality Assurance



Editing Philosophy:


My approach to editing is collaborative and client-focused. I believe in maintaining your unique voice as an author while ensuring depth, coherence, and engagement. My goal is to provide clear, actionable feedback that enhances your manuscript’s strengths and addresses its weaknesses.



You can expect:


● Holistic analysis to ensure your manuscript has the essential elements for a great story.

● A finished product that adheres to editorial standards—CMOS or your preferred style.

● Open and honest communication.

● Tailored feedback to ensure our collaboration is productive and enjoyable.

● Insights and suggestions to improve and produce the best version of your story.



Rates:


My services prioritize quality and value over low prices.


My rates align with seasoned professionals and Editorial Association guidelines. I go more in-depth than most editors (so I've been told), performing a comprehensive analysis of your manuscript before offering actionable recommendations to strengthen your plot, clarity, flow, and readability.


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Here’s what some of my clients have said about working with me:


"Rozi is incredible. She's so organized in her feedback, and I feel like she really read and cared about my manuscript. She's everything you want in an editor." — Kelly V.



"Wow! I was hoping to be challenged to write the best possible manuscript and Rozi proved to be the right person! The level of detail is keeping me on my toes. Using her suggestions my finished manuscript will be much more compelling. I highly recommend her! Thank you, Rozi!" — Christine N.



"Rozi went far above basic copy editing. Her comments and suggestions were insightful and will improve my novel tremendously. Thanks to Rozi's hard work, my book will become a wonderful piece I can be proud of. What more can I ask for?" — Marjorie G.



Let’s Work Together:

If you’re looking for an editor who's obsessed with the details and passionate about helping you achieve your publishing goals, I’d love to hear from you.

Services
Fiction
Action & Adventure Children's Contemporary Romance Literary Fiction Mystery & Crime
Non-Fiction
Biographies & Memoirs Health & Wellbeing Parenting & Families
Languages
English (US)
Awards
  • aces Member
Certifications
  • B.A. Journalism and Linguistics, NYU
  • Copy Editing Certificate, Emerson College
  • Developmental Editing, UCLA
  • MA International Crime and Justice

Work experience

The Developmental

Jul, 2017 — Present

As the founder of The Developmental, I provide editorial and copywriting consulting services for Fortune 100 brands such as American Express, small and medium-sized businesses, entrepreneurs, and authors across genres. My goal is to empower female authors and support small and medium-sized business owners by transforming complex ideas into engaging, stereotype-defying narratives and impactful content.

My services include:

• Editing manuscripts for grammar, punctuation, syntax, and clarity
• Structural edits to improve content organization and readability
• Substantive edits to refine voice and tone, ensuring your manuscript resonates with the intended audience
• Crafting compelling narratives across various mediums, including digital content, marketing materials, and advertising campaigns.
• Maintaining and adapting style guides to ensure tone, voice and messaging consistency across platforms.

Time Inc. /American Express

Feb, 2013 — Jun, 2015 (over 2 years)

Directed the editing and writing efforts for Travel + Leisure, overseeing 100+ print and online communication pieces.

Content Development: Conceptualized and developed innovative themes for quarterly print newsletters.
Editing and Fact-Checking: Led the editing and fact-checking process for all content, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and adherence to brand standards.
Lead Copywriter and Editor: Served as the lead copywriter and editor for various websites, ensuring content was engaging, accurate, and aligned with brand marketing objectives.
Email Marketing Campaigns: Spearheaded end-to-end email marketing campaigns—from concept and copy guidance to drafting, editing, launching, and performance tracking—driving member engagement and retention.

Reedsy

Jan, 2013 — Present

I provide developmental, structural, copy and line editing for fiction and non-fiction works.

I’d love to work with you if you:
➡️ Have a great story.
➡️ Love to write and believe a “revision is one step closer to done.”
➡️ Want to create strong, complex female characters.
➡️ Are not a fan of cliches and familiar plot lines.
➡️ Want to become a published author because you have something to share with the world.
➡️ Believe in a collaborative relationship.

Portfolio

The Holiday Swap

Knox, Maggie

Developmental Editing Copy Editing
Made with Reedsy
Will There Be Wine?: A Novel

Cubbison, Whitney

Copy Editing
Yearbook of the United Nations 2008

United Nations

United Nations

Proofreading
Proofreading
Yearbook of the United Nations 2007

United Nations

United Nations

Proofreading
Developmental Editing
Made with Reedsy
The Mystery of Race (The Ace Compeers Book 2)

Bhandari, Rita

Developmental Editing Copy Editing
Made with Reedsy
Winter Meets Summer

Noyes, Christine

Copy Editing
Made with Reedsy
The Meaning of Okay

Raymond, Cortney

Developmental Editing
Developmental Editing
Developmental Editing

Rozi has 13 reviews

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Natasha S.

Natasha S.

Apr, 2023

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Rozi gave me so much insight into my manuscript and really took the time to breakdown all of the areas to work on. The thorough analysis has given me a lot to work with and as I go through the edits, I can tell each note was made carefully and with consideration of the story's improvement. Rozi was a wonderful editor and I look forward to future collaborations.
Rozi D.
Natasha, thank you so much for your kind words. It was a pleasure working on your manuscript and I look forward to seeing your book published soon!
Whitney C.

Whitney C.

Oct, 2022

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I hired Rozi for a copy edit, and she went above and beyond! She did the copy edit but also gave me some "line edit" style feedback because she said she didn't want to miss an opportunity to help make my book great. The feedback she gave allowed me to see the flaws in my manuscript, and I am convinced it's going to be an infinitely better book because of her help. I felt like she was invested i...
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Rozi D.
Whitney this review means so much to me, as does your now published book! You're a terrific writer and I truly enjoyed working with you. The authentic, strong, relatable female characters and frien...
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Cortney R.

Cortney R.

May, 2022

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I'm so glad I got to work with Rozi. Aside from the fact that she's a true professional who knows what she's doing, she delivers feedback in a clear and respectful manner. She provides explanations for her edits and suggestions, and her explanations teach you how to improve your current project and your future work. She's thorough and accurate. I definitely recommend working with her. I know I...
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Rozi D.
Thank you so much, Cortney. I appreciate your feedback and am so glad you found the edits helpful. Working on your manuscript was an absolute pleasure. I look forward to seeing it published soon!
Marjorie G.

Marjorie G.

Jan, 2024

I could not recommend Rozi's services enough, I decided to try my hand at writing 5 years ago, when a retired from a full teaching career. I decided to publish my third novel, and turned to Reedsy for some professional support. Right away I knew Rozi was my first choice for my special project. Her educational and professional background is impeccable, and I felt she could best support my needs...
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Rozi D.
Marjorie, it's been such a privilege to be part of your writing journey and to see your novel evolve. In addition to the terrific story you created, your openness to feedback and dedication to enha...
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Aaron H.

Aaron H.

Jul, 2023

I was hoping to work with other editors before rating Rozi, as this was my first time working with an editor. (Reedsy told me I have 7 days left to review. So here I am.) So take my 4 stars with a grain of salt. My reasoning, I was told reoccurring offenses or suggestions would not be highlighted in later chapters and that it was up to me to find them based on the already pointed out suggestio...
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Rozi D.
Aaron, thank you for your feedback and the positive ratings. I enjoyed working on your manuscript and chatting about our mutual love of Italy. That said, I want to address some of the inaccuracies ...
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