Overview
My specialty is editorial assessments. For these, I provide an overview letter that gives a full rundown of the narrative's strengths and weaknesses as well as suggestions on how to improve the manuscript overall. On a case-by-case basis, I may also provide a document with tracked changes. My aim in author feedback is to polish rough manuscripts into high-quality gems, with a realistic eye for both writing as a craft as well as marketability. I'm committed to giving every project its due diligence, so I usually schedule projects up around month out.
I'm a huge fan of fantasy, magical realism, and/or supernatural stories, however I'm open to working with most genres. If you've got a great story to tell, I'd love to read it!
Quotes From Writers:
"Thanks, Karen! I’m incredibly grateful for your input and the quick turnaround."
-Myke Cole, author of the Shadow Ops series, Reawakened trilogy, Sacred Throne series, etc.
"Karen was such a gift! Her thoughts and suggestions were beyond perfect. She knew exactly how to strengthen my plot for my genre and for the story overall. She was quick to respond, very professional, extremely nice, and I loved working with her. I value her feedback so much and I really feel like she helped me grow as a writer. I would love to work with her again in the future."
-Adora Michaels
"Karen's analysis and review was insightful, perceptive, and spot-on. Her feedback was quite helpful and her suggestions were inspiring. I look forward to working with her again!"
-Debra Elliott
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JABberwocky Literary Agency Inc.
• Evaluates author-submitted manuscripts for potential representation.
• Manages first reads & developmental edits for multiple agents & their respective client lists.
• Ensures quality of manuscripts with an eye for success in the current marketplace.
• Creates and edits back cover copy, tip sheets, etc.
Delacorte/Macmillan/Picador/Workman
• Read agented submissions & composed reader reports
• Composed developmental editorial letters for frontlist titles
• Created and edited back cover copy, tip sheets, etc.
• Wrote press & campaign materials to be used in frontlist marketing campaigns
Karen has 6 reviews
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Nov, 2021
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Nov, 2021
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