“The attention to detail, ability to clarify complex concepts, and respect for the author’s voice made the editing process seamless and productive. She understands how to strengthen a manuscript while preserving its authentic message. I’d recommend Charlotte and her company, Mayfair Storyhouse Publishing, to any author seeking professional, thoughtful editorial support. ”
Charlotte Farley is the founder and lead editor of Mayfair Storyhouse. Here's what clients have said about working with her:
"Charlotte is always a pleasure to work with. She is very diligent and helpful—high quality work delivered to deadline. Highly recommended."
—Stephanie Hale, Founder & Director, The Oxford Literary Consultancy
"Working with Charlotte Farley has been an absolute pleasure. She is incredibly skilled, responsive, and thoughtful. Her style matched the tone I had envisioned perfectly, and she offered insightful suggestions that elevated the quality beyond what I'd hoped for."
—Carrie Boyle, Author & Owner at River City Wine
“She took the time to analyze my work a well as coach me. She met every deadline and offered further assistance beyond what I asked for. I will definitely be working with her again."
—Sherece Bennett, Educator & Writer
About our services
We’re a small literary studio devoted to manuscripts that matter deeply to the people who write them. Editing here is slow and attentive: the aim is to read closely, respond honestly, and help the work become more itself—not to sand it down into something generic.
Mayfair Storyhouse
helps your words
find their best shape
while staying true
to your voice.
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Manuscript Coaching Package
Mentoring for writers who want a steady, gentle companion as they draft or revise. This can include reading pages, regular feedback, and calls to talk through what’s working, what isn’t, and where to go next.
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Developmental editing
Big-picture guidance for manuscripts that need help with structure, pacing, character, and emotional throughline. You receive a full read, margin notes, and an editorial letter that focuses on depth and coherence rather than trends.
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Copy Editing
Line-by-line care for clarity, flow, and tone, always honoring your unique voice. We’ll smooth sentences, untangle knots, and correct grammar and usage without turning your work into something that doesn’t sound like you.
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Proofreading
A final, careful read to catch slips, typos, and small inconsistencies before your book goes out into the world.
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Editorial Essentials Package
For writers who want both copyediting and proofreading, we offer a combined package so your manuscript can move through both stages with ease.