Sugandha Gupta

Sugandha Gupta – Editor

Seasoned editor with a flair for storytelling via dreamy children's books, contemporary and literary narratives, and historical fiction!

Overview

As an experienced editor and storyteller with 9+ years of experience in the publishing industry, I have had the privilege of working with internationally acclaimed authors such as John Stratton Hawley, Patrick Olivelle, Romila Thapar, and Irfan Habib. I have also built and mentored diverse teams of editors.


I am most proud of my collaboration on a children's book series project with singer Ricky Kej for Macmillan Education. Specializing in historical fiction and children's books, I bring a unique perspective and a keen eye for detail to every project.


I strive to provide personalized and constructive feedback that helps authors refine their writing while remaining true to their unique voice and vision. Whether you're a first-time author or a seasoned professional, I will work with you to identify your strengths and weaknesses and provide actionable insights.


Let's work together to make your writing journey a success.

Services
Fiction
Children's Contemporary Fiction Historical Fiction Romance Short Story Young Adult
Non-Fiction
Children’s Non-Fiction Design
Languages
English (CAN) English (UK) English (US)

Work experience

Primus Books

May, 2016 — Jul, 2021 (about 5 years)

Macmillan Education

Jul, 2014 — Jan, 2023 (over 8 years)

Portfolio

Kano: A Kunoichi Tale (Seasons of the Sword Book 3)

Kudler, David

Stillpoint/Atalanta

Copy Editing
The Family Quilt

Swearengen, Kori

Copy Editing Proofreading
In Pursuit of Playfulness

Ruby Lal

Proofreading
Molly's Mittens

Merkel, Emily

Developmental Editing Copy Editing
Visual Histories of South Asia (with a foreword by Christopher Pinney)

Motrescu-Mayes, Annamaria

Developmental Editing Copy Editing
Abuelita's American Dream: A Puerto Rican Migrant's Story

Sumner, Danise Batista

Developmental Editing Copy Editing
ABCs of Women in Medicine: Inspiring Future Healthcare Heroes

Bent, Dr. Melissa A.

Melissa Bent

Developmental Editing
Hats Off to Amelia Grace (The Hat-tastic Tales of Amelia Grace)

Cartier, Deborah

Independently published

Copy Editing Proofreading
Rebellion of the Leaves

Jones, Jason Alan

lulu.com

Copy Editing
Ticket to America

Dubal, Bharat C

Power Publishers

Copy Editing
The Wing Chun Chronicles

Presto, Don

Developmental Editing Copy Editing
A Long way from Hyderabad: Diary of a Young Muslim Woman in 1930s Britain

Begum, Muhammadi

Copy Editing Proofreading
AYO; The Hip-Hop Dancing Dog: A Children's Inspirational Animal Story Book Adventure

Creations, Eunique Devine

Developmental Editing Copy Editing
Autism Through Isabelle's Eyes

Cox, Tammesha

Developmental Editing
The Bear, the Hare, and the Mare

Hutorow, Tiffany

Copy Editing Proofreading
Made with Reedsy
RAINBOW POWER

Jackson, Dr Shan

Developmental Editing Copy Editing Proofreading
CHUPU: THE TREMENDOUS: The Mythological Tale of the First Chuppy in the New Era

Aharon, N.R.

Copy Editing
The Safe Coffin

Chudnow, Alan

Copy Editing Proofreading
Devrani Jethani Ki Kahani or A Story of Two Sisters-in-Law (English and Hindi Edition)

Datt, Pandit Gauri

Copy Editing Proofreading
STUDYING HISTORY (PB)

Copy Editing Proofreading
It Started in Chester

Freeman, Dr. Keonna

Copy Editing Proofreading

Sugandha has 44 reviews

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Christopher C.

Christopher C.

Aug, 2024

Sugandha was attentive, thorough, and communicative. As a novice writer, Sugandha helped immensely in streamlining my project and was a collaborative editor throughout the process. She explained her reasoning behind her edits and was attentive to the overall vision of the project. I would definitely recommend other early writers reaching out to Sugandha.
Debbie C.

Debbie C.

Jul, 2024

Sugndha is a lovely person to collaborate with. Thank you for editing my second book! My Best!
Roland C.

Roland C.

Jun, 2024

First, it was clear that she wanted to execute my vision! Second, it was a true collaboration. We went back and forth with our thoughts and ideas. Between us I think we came very close to the final product I had envisioned. She let me know that she would still be around until publication. A very positive experience!
Christy G.

Christy G.

Jun, 2024

This collaboration was a very pleasant experience. We had great communication throughout and I was happy with the value and outcome. Thanks so much!
Melissa B.

Melissa B.

Jun, 2024

Sugandha was professional and provided valuable, informed feedback on my manuscript. She is detail-oriented and was thoughtful in organizing the flow of the picture book. I look forward to working on the recommendations and sending them to her for a final look. Great resource!

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