Overview
After over a decade editing and acquiring romance novels for Harlequin, I have moved to a freelance role where I am thrilled to help indie authors build the writing career of their dreams!Several authors I've worked with have won awards, including the National Readers’ Choice Award, the Booksellers’ Best Award, the National Excellence in Romance Fiction Award, the Gayle Wilson Award of Excellence, and the Golden Quill Award.In addition to specializing in romance fiction, I love fantasy and YA novels. Ask me about my favorites! Through developmental editing, we can help you take your existing book to the next level, or we can work together to develop a story concept, characters, and plot that will engage your readers' emotions and maybe even put you on the bestseller list. This is a fun, collaborative process that will really get those creative juices flowing. Other services:I write snappy book blurbs to attract readers to your Amazon sale page and make your story a "must buy."Coaching services are available over Zoom to help you develop story concepts, plot out your novel, and get through the dreaded writing block.
Services
Fiction
Contemporary Romance
Fantasy
Romantic Suspense
Time Travel Romance
Young Adult Fantasy
Languages
English (CAN)
English (UK)
English (US)
Awards
- Dundurn Press Award for Top Editorial Student
Certifications
- Book and Magazine Publishing Certificate (High Honours), Centennial College
- BA (Combined Honours) in English and History, University of the Fraser Valley
Work experience
Self-employed
Sep, 2016 —
Present
Harlequin
Aug, 2006 —
Sep, 2016
(about 10 years)
Harlequin
Jul, 2005 —
Aug, 2006
(about 1 year)
Portfolio
Twins for Christmas by Amanda Renee released on Dec 01, 2016 is available now for purchase.
SERENADING HIS SON The Circle P has always been home to the Judds. That's why Garrett Judd came back—to take over as temporary ranch manager and to shelter his infant son in the warmth and love of his sprawling family. Bluegrass singer Lisa Rose isn't part of ... read more
Sparks are flying in the City of Light Emma Brooks, single mom and managing director at the leading recruiting firm in Paris, was against their merger with an American company from the start. Not only was her firm losing its autonomy, she was losing her well-d... read more
Wilderness survival television star Dominic Tyler (Ty) and his assistant Kate Somersby are stranded in a remote cabin during a freak winter storm. Things look pretty bleak—until they make a fire and strip off their wet clothes….Act I—set upSurvive This! is Kat... read more
Subject: Sergeant Finn McAllister, K-9 handler Mission: Go undercover…without getting under the covers! Rumor has it someone at the local honky-tonk is supplying meth to airmen, and K-9 handler Finn McAllister will find out exactly who's responsible and shut t... read more
He'll be hers…one way or another! After years of rebellion, Lexy Worthington just did the unthinkable—she asked her father for a job. Now she's been roped into finding a rodeo star for a promotional calendar. Bareback bronc rider Will Tanner is perfect. He's u... read more
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