Fresh Look Editorial

About Me

Hi, I'm Jenn!

Editor. Writer. Reader. Mom.
Chocolate addict. Sports enthusiast.

I live in Ontario, Canada, with my husband, Nathan, our three beautiful and rambunctious boys—Jack, Nathan, and Ben; plus two fur babies—a Mastiff named Moose and a chocolate lab named Blue.

When my laptop is closed, and my Kindle is turned off, I can be found watching sports (NHL- yes, I am a Leaf fan! and NFL) on TV with my hubby, playing with my kids, or cleaning up puppy poop.

Why should you trust me with your book?

Former Literary Intern at Corvisiero Literary Agency
Former Freelance Production Editor at Kensington Publishing Corp.
Former Freelance Proofreader at Kensington Publishing Corp.
Former Intern/Mentor/Reader at Entangled Publishing
Former Acquiring Editor/Developmental Editor at Breathless Press, Lycaon Press
Former writer/editor of technical manuals, safe operating procedures
Former newspaper reporter (sports reporting and general interest stories)
Completed Ryerson University Publishing Certificate
Completed Special Designation Children’s Publishing
Graduate Conestoga College: Radio & Television Broadcasting

I specialize in Young Adult, New Adult, and Adult fiction, with an emphasis on all genres of Romance and Mysteries (Suspense, Cozies, and Thrillers).
I’m currently not a good fit for Memoir, Sci-Fi, Horror, Middle Grade, Picture Books, or Graphic Novels.
Although I can’t guarantee agent or editor interest or publication, I can promise to put my full knowledge and ability into each book that I am entrusted to work on. My goal is to help authors create a book they can be proud of.

Editing should be, especially in the case of old writers, a counselling rather than a collaborating task. The tendency of the writer-editor to collaborate is natural, but he should say to himself, “How can I help this writer to say it better in his own style?” and avoid “How can I show him how I would write it, if it were my piece?”

– James Thurber

We'd be a good match if you...

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Some ways I help authors:

Manuscript Evaluation

Big picture assessment of your book. Answers questions on readability, how a reader might feel, and generalized feedback.

Developmental Edit

Focused assessment of craft items. Answers questions on characterization, plot structure, pacing, and concentrated feedback.

Line Edit

Focused evaluation of individual sentences and paragraphs. Answers questions on grammar, punctuation, word usage, and sentence level feedback.

Proofread

Focused on fine-tuning. Answers questions on typos and missed errors.

“Jennifer has a keen attention to detail, asks the right questions, and is passionate about her author’s voice. If you are looking for an editor with mad skills, look no further.”

“I had the pleasure of working with Jennifer Herrington on a book series with Kensington and she was the best. Friendly, prompt, approachable, and knowledgeable. Most of all, she got me as a writer. Really got me, and that's hard to find in this market. She never messed with my voice, was gentle in criticisms, and was vocal on praise. I couldn't recommend her more.”

“I've worked with Jenn for some time now, and she always delivers. She provides a new pair of eyes on the book, and never fails to improve the story. Jenn sees what is needed and works with you to make your great book even better!”