Make a living editing crime fiction, mysteries and thrillers

Become a crime fiction editor

This self-paced foundation course prepares you for editing crime fiction. You'll learn about the genre, the stylistic tools that support it, the common problems you'll encounter and the pithy edits that can transform a manuscript from mundane to magic.

​You’ll also get actionable advice on how to get your business organized and visible to potential clients.

What you’ll learn

After completing this course, you'll understand:
  • what’s distinctive about crime fiction
  • the historical traditions and contemporary movements that feature in the genre
  • how to develop relevant editing skills
  • how narrative viewpoint is used in crime fiction
  • common problems you might encounter when editing
  • literary devices for line editing crime fiction
  • how to make your crime fiction specialism globally visible
  • what to look out for when editing synopses, queries and blurbs
  • which style guides and other resources you’ll find useful 
  • how to get your crime fiction editing business organized.

Order now and start learning today

WHAT YOU PAY ...
69.99
+ tax
No time limits on access

The learning process

Video tutorial

Watch the video and prepare for the practice exercises.

Workbook

Plan your crime editing business administration and marketing.

Booklets

Download supporting resources and guidance. 

Ebook transcript 

Download a PDF ebook featuring all the video content.

Checklists

Check your editing against structured guidance.

Closed captions

Deaf students can access a live transcript of the audiovisual content.

Who is this course suitable for?
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FICTION BEGINNERS
 Beginner fiction editors and proofreaders who want to learning the foundations of crime fiction editing.
FICTION IMPROVERS
​Intermediate fiction editors and proofreaders who are adding crime fiction to their portfolio.
SPECIALISM SWITCHERS
Experienced non-fiction editors who want to add crime fiction to their practice.

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