About me

Hi, I’m Iris Marsh—editor, indie author, and your partner in publishing a book that readers can’t put down.

I believe stories matter. They shape how we see the world, connect us across cultures, and invite us to live a thousand lives beyond our own. And that’s why I’m passionate about helping indie authors like you tell stories that resonate.

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As both an editor and an indie author, I understand what it’s like to be in your shoes—the self-doubt, the overwhelm, the pressure to do it all (and do it right). I’ve been there. That’s why my mission is to take the weight of editing off your shoulders, so you can focus on what you do best: telling a great story.

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When we work together, I bring both professional expertise and creative empathy to the table. I’ll help you shape your book into one that not only reads well, but feels right—earning stronger reader engagement, better reviews, and the confidence to hit publish knowing your work is the best it can be.

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Experience

I launched my editing business in late 2020, right in the middle of the pandemic, after deciding to leave my PhD behind and follow my passion. Since then, I’ve worked with dozens of indie authors across a range of genres—fantasy, cozy mystery, self-help, and beyond. I’ve also edited academic papers, business reports, and manuscripts for publishers, but my heart lies in helping indie storytellers bring their vision to life.

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Education

I hold a bachelor’s degree in Pedagogical Science and a master’s degree in Behavioral Science. For two years, I pursued a PhD in Health Psychology, during which I published academic papers on mental health—mainly focused on anxiety disorders. Ultimately, I chose to step away from academia to dedicate myself fully to editing and writing.

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Training

• Line editing fiction beginner & intermediate (EFA, 2025)

• Copyediting Fiction (EFA, 2024)

• Copyediting: Intermediate (EFA, 2023)

• Advanced Editing and Manuscript Evaluation (Edit Republic, 2023)

• The Art of Line Editing (Edit Republic, 2021)

• The Story Grid Guild (Story Grid, 2020, 2021)

• The Spreadsheet Course (Story Grid, 2021)

• High-level proofreading pro (Edit Republic, 2020)

• The Five Commandments Course (Story Grid, 2020)

• Level up your Craft (Story Grid, 2020).

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My interests

I specialize in the following genres for editing:

• Fantasy

• Mystery

• Self-help​

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If you’re looking for a collaborative editor who gets both the craft and the challenges of the indie publishing journey—you’re in the right place.

Let’s bring your story to life and prepare it for the readers it was meant to reach.