Overview
Writing a novel is not an event, but a process. As an editor, I'm committed to providing authors the support they need throughout that process.
Whether you need help fleshing out an unfinished manuscript, revising an early draft, or fine-tuning an almost finished product, my goal is to ensure that when you eventually approach an agent (or prepare to self publish), you do so with the best possible story in hand.
I've worked with nearly every genre at some point, but my focus has always been speculative fiction, specifically surreal literary fiction, fantasy of all kinds, and science fiction. These genres often present their own unique challenges, all of which an experienced editor can help you surmount.
In addition to assessments and developmental editing, I also have extensive experience with line editing, which is exactly what it sounds like: a line-by-line close edit of a manuscript, intended to polish an author's voice and maximize the impact of every paragraph. And, if you've got an out-of-control word count, this is just the thing to bring your manuscript back into manageable territory (and make it more attractive to a prospective agent).
Services
Fiction
Languages
Work experience
Self-employed
I have over fifteen years of experience in editing fiction, including:
- Reading, evaluating, and providing feedback on manuscripts across multiple genres.
- Working with authors to develop outlines that will guide their writing and self-editing process.
- Coaching edits (editing with margin notes and instructive commentary).
- Line editing manuscripts to polish an author's voice and writing style.
several companies
- Reviewed and edited back cover copy / taglines for multiple genres
- Provided support and outreach for authors soliciting professional reviews
- Wrote and edited promotional material for indie title releases
Portfolio
Shannon has 44 reviews
Professionalism
Quality
Value
Responsiveness
Jeff C.
Mar, 2024
Pinned
Hannah K.
Jun, 2023
Pinned
Kathryn J. B.
May, 2021
Pinned
Alyssa D.
Nov, 2024
Jeff C.
Nov, 2024
Sign up to read more reviews
Create a free Reedsy account to connect with Shannon and thousands of other publishing professionals on Reedsy.
