Born and raised in New York City, Izzi Holmes is an emerging editor, fact-checker, writer, and researcher. She holds a BA in Honours English literature and psychology from McGill University, where she is currently pursuing a Master’s degree in literature.

Holmes has experience with both scholarly and public work, having held various academic research positions and served in editorial roles at multiple magazines.

She also co-edits McGill’s oldest (and greatest) literary journal, Scrivener Creative Review, alongside Jacob Sponga. See more at scrivenerreview.com.

As of Fall 2025, Holmes is available for reviewing, fact-checking, and editing.