Alison Mitchell

Alison

Mitchell

Your trusted editor for non-fiction, fiction — and cookbooks crafted with a chef’s eye.

Clarity, precision and care in every manuscript.

Whether you’re writing your debut novel or managing a full publishing schedule, you deserve an editor who’s meticulous, efficient and easy to work with.

With professional publishing experience and – as a former chef – an eye for detail, I bring clarity, consistency and care to every manuscript.

About Me

Hi! I’m Alison, a copyeditor with experience both in publishing and in professional kitchens! I combine industry expertise with a supportive, approachable style to help authors and publishers produce clear, accurate and engaging books.

Your work is in safe hands.

Testimonials

“She is phenomenal! Truly an artist with editing and rewriting. She was able to bring my work to life and convey the ideas I had super concisely.”

“Simply the best of the best. I have learned so much from reviewing her work. She has a firm grasp of our house style and a laser-eye for copy editing and proofreading. She is my most-trusted freelancer, especially for cookbooks. I would hire her for every project if I could. She is highly, highly recommended by me.”

“Working with Alison on my cookbook, Pasta Therapy, was a gift. She brought a rare mix of rigour and sensitivity to the manuscript, helping me tighten the structure and sharpen the language while always protecting the heart of the stories, and the edit left the book feeling tighter, clearer and more confident without ever losing my voice.”

Services I Offer

For Publishers & Packagers

Reliable editorial support for busy teams, with specialist experience in cookbooks and non-fiction.

I offer:

Copyediting
Proofreading
Recipe editing (accurate methods, ingredients lists, measurements)
House style adherence
Consistency, accuracy and fact checks
Smooth communication and deadline-friendly delivery

A dependable freelancer who slots seamlessly into your workflow.

For Indie Authors

Supportive, approachable editing to help you feel confident, knowing someone respects your writing.

I offer:

Copyediting for fiction and non-fiction
Line editing (tightening clarity, flow and readability)
Cookbook editing with chef-level insight
Querying unclear sections with kindness, not criticism
Style sheet creation so you understand your own writing patterns

A collaborative partnership that respects your voice and strengthens your manuscript.

Let's Work Together

Get in touch to discuss your project! Please email me at amitchell.editor@gmail.com or get in touch with this form

Alison Mitchell

Copyeditor & Proofreader