Overview
For almost two decades, I have provided freelance editorial services to writers. Many of their manuscripts now occupy shelves in bookstores.
While I work mainly in the genre I write, historical fiction, I accept dystopia, sci-fi, adventure, thriller, mystery, crime, fantasy, and young adult.
I appreciate the importance of having a strong editor—I was fortunate enough to have worked with several throughout my writing journey. The role a mentor plays in helping you develop your story is invaluable, from the preliminary stages to the final line edits.
Since 2006, I’ve critiqued thousands of pages and have delivered editorial feedback to aspiring, indie, and traditionally published authors—prominent, award-winning Canadian historical writer Marsha Skrypuch among them. Publisher Douglas & McIntyre hired me to provide cultural perspective, nuance, and edits on highly-acclaimed author Robert Hough's work of literary fiction, The Marriage of Rose Camilleri. I am also the copy editor for the Canadian publishing house Rising Action Publishing Collective.
I offer actionable suggestions, a keen eye for detail, and knowledge of both the traditional and indie publishing landscapes.
What I will not do is change the intention of your writing or tamper with your voice.
Let's collaborate and crush clichés, one "single tear streaming down a glistening cheek" at a time.
Services
Fiction
Languages
Awards
- Circa Historical Screenplay Awards - 1st place
- 2020 Coffee Pot Book Club Award - Gold Medal
- 2020 Coffee Pot Book Club Award - Silver Medal
- Author Elite Award Top Ten Finalist
- Humber College Student Literary Competition - 1st place
- League for Innovations Short Story Competition - 1st place
Certifications
- Ontario College of Teachers
Work experience
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Provides copy, line, and developmental editorial services.
Accepts historical fiction, dystopia, sci-fi, space opera, post-apocalyptic, young adult, fantasy, thrillers, contemporary, mystery, and crime.
"My story flow and delivery have dramatically improved as a result of Mar’s edits."
— Fred Kennedy, radio personality on Q107 and host of the Issue Zero podcast
"Mar is an excellent, dedicated, and insightful editor, offering useful as well as affirming advice. I was grateful to have her work on my novel, The Cloud Riders."
— James Bow, author of Icarus Down
"Mar provided detailed, thoughtful, and insightful edits. Her feedback has pulled a better writer out of me. She gives your work the attention it deserves. Her style is both motivating and constructive. I will continue to recommend her to any author I know looking for the highest quality editorial assistance!"
— Marie Still, author of We're All Lying
Rising Action Publishing Co
Editor for Rising Action Publishing Co
Several novels I've edited for RA have gone on to become bestsellers and/or adapted for television.
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Author of three number-one bestselling historical novels
Eight Pointed Cross, 2011 (second edition, 2020)
Falcon’s Shadow, 2020
Ash Fall, 2022
Published and distributed by BDL Publishing
All titles are available as ebooks, paperbacks, hardcovers, and audiobooks
TCDSB
As a certified high school English teacher for over twelve years, I can identify areas of writing that require development and demonstrate how to avoid common mistakes by providing thorough explanations and examples.
Moreover, my experience as a high school teacher has made me an effective editor of YA stories as I am often immersed in the world of young adults.
Various
Oxygen Magazine 2002-2003 Mississauga, Ontario
• Wrote feature articles
• Edited section pieces
Canadian Natural Health Retailer 2003-2005 Toronto, Ontario
• Wrote a weekly health column promoting natural health, organic food, and alternative personal care to consumers
Planet Oz Magazine 2002-2003 Toronto, Ontario
• Executive editor of conservation/environmental magazine
• Wrote features on plight of Algonquin Wolves
Out There Magazine 2003 Toronto, Ontario
• Section editor of summer Lifestyles magazine
• Wrote several travel features
Sweat Magazine 2003 Toronto, Ontario
• Executive Editor of the official Ontario Colleges Athletic Association magazine
• Responsible for managing and editing the work of 20 reporters
• Wrote a feature about violence in women’s sports
Dudu Planet 2002-2003 Malta
• Wrote pop culture features
• Editor
Stone Def, March 1994, Issue 3 Maine, USA
• Review of Def Leppard’s Seven Day Weekend Tour
Portfolio
Mar has 34 reviews
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