I've edited genre fiction for over 17 years, including editing for Entangled Publishing, and helped create over 250 successful novels, primarily in Science Fiction, Fantasy, and Romance (both category and stand-alone, and across all romance subgenres). Previously listed on Reedsy, where I completed over 410 projects with a 98% client satisfaction record. I support both Indie and Traditional paths and work with authors at every stage of their careers. My goal is to leave authors with a clear understanding of their manuscript's strengths, challenges, and a practical path forward. I'm thorough and kind with short waits.
MY BACKGROUND:
In Science Fiction and Fantasy, I'm proud to have worked on titles by Frank Herbert, Hugo-Nominated Bryan Thomas Schmidt, Peter J. Wacks, J.R. Boyett, DJ Butler, D.K. Holmberg, Kate Corcino, CS Humble, and many others. I'm a sucker for anything dragon related and fully realized magical systems.
My Romance background is extensive. I enjoy all sub-genres but specialize in historical, contemporary, paranormal, and suspense. I've edited authors such as: NYT and USA Today Bestselling authors Nana Malone, Barb Han, and Denise Grover Swank; Golden Heart Nominee Evie Anderson; National Bestselling author Saranna DeWylde, and many other award-winning and bestselling authors.
I'm also a multi-Award Winning and National Bestselling author with titles published by TOR, Blackstone, Berkley, St. Martin's, and Entangled. I've contributed to several science fiction / fantasy anthologies, including the highly successful Joe Ledger franchise.
MY MANNER:
I respect your voice, your choices, and work to bring your vision to life. Your story is special; it deserves to be treated as such.
*I specialize in world-building, strong conflict, story structure, and three-dimensional characters.
*Honest remarks delivered with grace and respect.
*Constructive feedback that explains not only what isn't working, but why.
**Ongoing support through the entirety of the editing phase**
SERVICES:
Developmental Editing -- You can expect a detailed feedback letter as well as thorough manuscript comments. Focus on plot, characterization, world building, conflict, pacing, and market expectations. Big-picture and micro-level analysis focused on both symptoms and root causes.
Editorial Assessments -- Very similar to the above, with added emphasis on craft where needed. Fewer in-manuscript notes. Big-picture only.
Copy Editing -- Detail-oriented feedback on grammar and style, consistency, minor line edits, and fact-checking. Adherence to CMOS.
Line Editing -- Clarity in phrasing and also second-language works. I work with "smoothing out" translated works and enjoy this very much.
Proofreading -- Thorough review for final errors. I'll use your style sheet from copy editing, too.
Query Package -- Polishing your query letter, a full and short synopsis, and the opening 50 pages of your novel.
*I am also happy to fact check anything equine related. (Choose Dev Editing and specify this need.)