Novel Editing, Plotting Help, Writers Resources

One of the hardest jobs an editor has to do is correct a manuscript without losing the author's voice. More than one prospective client has expressed concern that an editor will change their way of speaking, of deleting phrases central to their character. I understand.

The advantage of being a writer is that I make every effort to preserve the author's style. While best-selling authors are very good at what they do, it would get boring if all we had to read was their books. We, as the reading public, demand variety. And I, as your editor, want to preserve your unique way of telling your story.

I simply want to help you strengthen your work.

I use Word Tracker so you can see what I have deleted or rephrased. It's your choice whether to incorporate my changes or to leave it as you've written.

I also make suggestions based on my years of experience working with manuscripts. Again, it's your decision whether or not to use them.

Not every editor is right for every writer. Editors have their own style and preferences and you need to find one compatible to you. Just because a certain sentence is logistically correct doesn't mean it's the way you should write it. That's why a sample edit is crucial; it lets you see how the editor works and whether her style melds with yours.

FREE SAMPLE EDIT

I provide a one page sample edit to let us know if our styles are compatible. While I can work with a couple of pages, I'd prefer to see the entire first chapter to get an idea of your voice.