There is a strong sense in this digital age for people to believe that not only is the Internet their outlet, but also that everyone should have an outlet. For the modern writer, it is difficult to compete with websites that will publish any material that fits their sometimes very loose guidelines. It is one thing to be able to say that someone can read your work online; it is an entirely different matter to say that you’ve been paid to have your work printed (digitally or traditionally) – in other words: published.

Most writers edit their own work and pass it on. Many non-writers edit their own work and then pass it on. Publishing, though, requires editing. Editing requires knowledge of the craft and skill with our language. While a writer may have a beautiful way with the words, an editor has an equally keen eye for the nuance.

The JB Dryden Company seeks to establish a relationship with its clients that will polish their writing, not rewrite the piece. We are a professional editing group with a focus on short fiction, novellas, and novels. Contracts are negotiated on a per-client basis, and turn-around times are appropriate to each job.

We look forward to helping you through the process of polishing your piece to its full potential.