Reading it again … and still not sure if it works?

You’re not crazy. You’re just too close. You don’t need a rewrite ... you need clarity.

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What makes Fine Line Proofs unique?


Line editing, copyediting, and proofreading aren’t about fixing. They're about clarity, confidence, and keeping your voice intact.


At Fine Line Proofs, I don’t believe in rules that erase individuality. I work with fiction writers in the final stretch—when you’re tired, close to the finish line, and just need someone to help you see what’s really on the page.


Your story deserves to feel finished—without losing what makes it yours.

Services Focused On You

Finish strong, without overwhelm.
No rewriting or ego—just clear eyes to help you cross the finish line with confidence.

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Build your story’s clarity and flow.
We’ll smooth the spots that trip you up and highlight what makes your story sing.

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Make your story impossible to forget.
Because when your story lands true, readers come back hungry for more.

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What clients
are saying.

“Susan must be the right editor for me. She tells you what she can do and then she does it, all in a way that is nothing but friendly and professional.”

– Dan Sacry, Author

“Susan took the time to really know what I wanted. I couldn’t recommend her higher. However you want to write your book, Susan will allow your voice to be yours.”

– Christopher Cranford, Author

“Susan really focuses on the details. I appreciated her positive feedback as well. I’ll recommend her to other writers and plan to work with her again.”

– Lynn Hesse, Award-winning author

A little pruning...

As an editor, writer, and gardener, my love for language and flowers often intertwine. Gardening is so similar to editing and writing!

I've lost count the number of times I've dreaded the task of weeding my garden, only to find that it brings me more joy than I expected. If I were to leave everything to grow freely, it would turn into a chaotic mess. However, by revisiting the garden multiple times during the growing season and carefully removing those plants that clash in color, style, or simply overgrow, I can create a lovely final result.

Writing a book and creating a garden may take some “tough love,” but I've found that a little pruning is the perfect way to create something that can be cherished for years to come.

- Susan

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