Laura Ranger

CEO & Owner | Foundations Book Publishing

Feb 2016 - Present • 10 yrs 7 mos

As the owner of Foundations Book Publishing I oversee the editorial development and publication of fiction, working with authors to strengthen manuscripts from initial concept through publication. My experience includes manuscript evaluation, developmental editing, story and plot development, copyediting, and guiding authors through the publishing process. I have edited published books that have gone on to receive literary awards and recognition. I bring both an editor’s attention to craft and a publisher’s perspective on what makes a manuscript compelling, cohesive, and ready for its intended readership.

Editor & Proofer | Foundations Book Publlishing

Feb 2016 - Present • 10 yrs 7 mos

I provide professional editorial services for fiction authors, including manuscript evaluations, developmental editing, story and plot development, copyediting, and proofreading. My work focuses on strengthening story structure, pacing, characterization, continuity, clarity, and overall reader engagement while preserving each author’s voice. I also help authors develop and refine outlines, identify plot holes, and determine the most effective direction for revisions. I have edited published books that have gone on to receive literary awards and recognition. My experience as both an editor and publisher allows me to approach manuscripts with an understanding of storytelling craft, genre expectations, and the publishing process.