Verena L Rose
Crafting Stories is in My Blood
"There is nothing to writing.
All you do is sit down at
a typewriter and bleed."
— Ernest Hemingway
Our Editing Journey
My name is Verena L Rose
I offer personalized editing services to strengthen your manuscript, ensuring that your voice remains intact while enhancing clarity and engagement for readers.
I am an experienced professional editor with a deep understanding of various genres, ready to provide valuable feedback and insight for your work.
From developmental editing to proofreading, we offer a full range of services designed to support authors at every stage of the writing process.
I was so pleased when Verena Rose requested to see the manuscript of the first novel in my Nut Cracker Investigation crime series, then offered a three-book contract. Working with her as an editor was a pleasure. Her enthusiasm affirmed my sense of the series, and we had great fun on her podcast. She knows what she's doing as an editor. I can give her the highest recommendation.
Katherine Ramsland, author of 73 books, including the Nut Cracker Investigation series
Verena was my primary editor for my first four titles with Level Best Books, including the Shamus Award-winning Lost Little Girl. During that time, she was a joy to work with, helpful and encouraging throughout. I am confident that other writers will benefit greatly from her insight and support.
Gregory Stout, Author of the Jackson Gamble series.
Verena was instrumental in the publication of my first novel, and I’m extremely grateful to her for both editing and her very keen eye for detail. It was an absolute pleasure working with her!
Dr. Nicky Nielsen
Praise & Reviews
Verena Rose has an amazing eye for good fiction. Of course, I think so since she acquired three of my novels for publication, edited them on schedule, and improved all three along the way.
Marlie Parker Wasserman
I am deeply indebted to Verena Rose for launching my Lizzie Crane Jazz Age mystery series and giving me a chance to write what I love most: historical fiction. During the years we've worked together, I've been the grateful beneficiary of Verena's editing skill, constant support and encouragement, and most of all her friendship. As writers know, producing a book is a joint effort and I couldn't ask for a better partner in crime!
Skye Alexander
Verena is a superb editor! Her commitment to detail when editing any project and her professionalism in the manner she communicates with a client has always made it easy to work with her. I feel very fortunate that I've had the opportunity to work with her for many years.
Marcia Rosen, Author
What a joy, working with Verena on my art history mystery series! She is the complete editor, the perfect amalgam of professionalism and empathy. Consistently, her focus is at once meticulous and holistic. A bonus: it’s fun and rewarding being a guest on Verena’s podcast. She makes you feel right at home—even if you click the link a bundle of nerves, as I did—and asks you all the on-point questions, even the ones you haven’t thought of.
Claudia Riess,
Author
As my acquiring editor, Verena fulfilled my dream of being a published novelist! And she didn’t stop there. I count my blessings to have had an editor who has championed my books and given my work the personalized attention I was seeking.
Tina deBellegarde
Author of the
Agatha-monimated Batavia-on-the-Hudson Series