Hi, I’m Jennifer.
I am one of those dedicated readers who loves stories but will always notice typos, grammatical errors, unintentional changes of the main character’s hair colour, or inconsistent use of em dashes. It turns out, I was made to be an editor.
I began Jennifer Dinsmore Editorial in 2015, and since then I have helped over ninety individual authors along their publishing journey. Drawing on over a decade of in-house experience in various editorial roles, I work closely with authors to help them navigate the world of writing and publishing.
Along the way, I’ve developed a reputation as a friendly, reliable editor with a sharp eye for detail. My goal is to make sure that your voice is unencumbered by mistakes, misunderstandings, and misprints so you can publish the book you’ve always envisioned.
Before you go, don’t forget to contact me if you have any questions . . . And thank you for allowing me the privilege of spending my days as I’ve always dreamed: immersed in words and stories.
Education & Training
I have a BA(Hons.) in English Language & Literature from Trent University, with a minor in History. I hold a certificate in Creative Book Publishing from Humber College, and in 2016 earned my certification as a Professional Proofreader from Editors Canada.
I believe in working to keep my skills sharp and up-to-date, and frequently seek opportunities for professional development. Listed below are just a few of the courses and webinars I’ve completed.
NNELS Accessible Publishing Summit School (National Network for Equitable Library Service)
How to Design a Book, IngramSpark Academy (IngramSpark)
Working with Indie Authors, taught by Tanya Gold (Tanya Gold: Book Editor and Writing Coach)
Sensitivity Reading and Beyond: Empowering Editors to Talk About Conscious Language and Representation, with Crystal Shelley (ACES: The Society for Editing)
Book Formatting Using Word Styles, Webinar (Editors Canada)
Copy Editing, a Five-Day Webinar Series (Editors Canada)
New Directions in Self-Publishing (Editors Canada and the Professional Writers Association of Canada)
“Jennifer is very methodical, and her changes, notes, and explanations were not only easy to understand but essential to improving the story. Equally appreciated is her ability to provide realistic time frames and live up to them. I recommend her services unreservedly.”
