Welcome, Romance Writers!
You're in the right place to find expert assistance with your romance fiction project, whether you need support during planning or drafting, big-picture story feedback, or somebody to polish the sentences and paragraphs in your nearly-there manuscript. I specialize in inclusive, diverse, and LGBTQIA+ romance fiction, and I can't wait to hear about your story!
Resources
Services
developmental editing & manuscript feedback
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You've drafted a romance project. Want hands-on help identifying problems and achieving your storytelling vision? Click here for more information about developmental editing.
Looking for an expert bird’s-eye view of the story landscape—what’s working, what needs attention, and why? Click here for more information about manuscript feedback. |
copyediting & line editing
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Your project’s narrative structure and story are solid, and you’re ready to make it sparkle at the sentence level. Click here for more information about line editing and copyediting.
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idea development |
You’re excited about your idea for a romance or interactive fiction project, you’ve been working on an outline or synopsis or whatever it is you do to plan, and you’d like help identifying problems and opportunities before you jump in. Or, you've already jumped, but now you’re feeling a bit stuck. I can help! Click here for more information about idea development.
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author coaching
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You're stuck, don't know how to start, can't quite figure out a writing process that works for you, are struggling with revision, need to talk though plot or character issues, or could really use somebody to check in regularly about your project. Contact me to talk about the possibilities for personalized support.
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education
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I offer online workshops, presentations, and classes for writers and editors. I'd love to discuss the possibility of speaking at your remote conference, writers' retreat, or other event: do be in touch!
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Want to know more?
- Read all about my credentials and editorial approach.
- Reach out with questions (or check me out on social media, or arrange for a free video chat).
- See my Services Menu (PDF) for an overview of my editorial services, including rates.
Eliot edited my urban fantasy/queer historical romance novel. It was a great experience—they really understood my writing style, and the changes they suggested fit in well. Where they also made suggestions to improve small hiccups in the story, they were both great and easy to integrate into the greater text. When I had questions about the edit, they were responsive. In short, it couldn’t have been a better experience, and the text is much stronger for their intervention. |
I was quite nervous about the editing process, but Eliot guided me through my developmental edit with kindness and warmth. They were extremely compassionate and patient with me as a new author. Eliot took the time to thoroughly explain their edits and suggestions, making sure I understood each change and how they would improve my story and help to create more dynamic characters. Their flexibility with scheduling was also much appreciated: they worked hard to accommodate my limited availability during graduate school. I truly enjoyed working with them. |