Overview
If you're looking for an expert opinion on your writing, I'd love to help.
I've been lucky enough to work at some of the best commercial publishers such as Orion, HarperCollins and Bonnier Books UK. I've worked with a wide range of authors, including (but not limited to!): Lia Louis, Lynda La Plante, Lex Croucher, Louise Pentland, Simon McCleave, J.M. Hall, Heather Morris and Fiona Gibson.
It is my favourite thing to work closely with authors to get the most out of their writing. Whether you're looking to increase the pace, have a plot issue you can't quite untangle, are at the point where you can't see the wood for the trees or are ready to take the next step of submitting your writing, I'd be thrilled to work with you.
I also have a range of experience and deep knowledge of book retailers, market and industry, having acquired and published many first-time novelists and bestsellers over the years. I know what agents, publishers and readers are looking for and I'm very happy to put this to good use in helping you craft the perfect pitch for your novel. I've worked closely with book marketing and publicity experts and have great industry contacts.
If there's anything you'd like to know, please don't hesitate to get in touch.
Testimonials:
"Sarah is an excellent editor, she’s very caring and supportive and will always go that extra mile for you. She knows exactly what the public want to read and will work tirelessly with you to ensure your book is the very best it can be. Nothing is ever too much trouble for her and I would 100% recommend her." Rosie Goodwin, bestselling author of over 35 novels
"Writing my first novel was a daunting prospect at first, so I was lucky to work with Sarah. From our first conversations I knew she understood what I wanted to achieve and how I wanted to work. Patient, kind, funny, intelligent, generous and hardworking, Sarah was a total joy and the resulting book was everything I’d hoped for and remains one of my proudest achievements." Michael Ball, bestselling author of The Empire
"Sarah is a fantastic editor. She's hugely experienced with an excellent understanding of the commercial publishing market, and is equally brilliant on the big picture developmental edits as the closer line edits. She's also one of the loveliest people in publishing, always insightful, enthusiastic and encouraging, which makes her a dream to work with. When my books are with Sarah, I always know they're in safe and caring hands" Freya Sampson, author of The Last Library
"Sarah is a brilliantly insightful and creative editor – she’s helped shaped so many of my favourite novels, and most importantly, is a pleasure to work with, taking into account both the market needs, but also the author’s vision. A dream partner for any writer!" Hayley Steed, Literary Agent at Janklow & Nesbit UK
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Avon
Helping shape Avon's bestselling publishing. Providing editorial assessment on submissions from agents and open submissions to select the best commercial prospects for publication.
Working closely with authors on all stages of their edits - from submission through to publication across many genres including romance, crime, thriller, cozy crime, reading group, historical and saga.
Providing feedback on book pitches.
Briefing book covers and working closely with the design team to ensure every book was the whole package.
Writing cover copy and blurbs for online retailers.
Working with wonderful authors such as J.M. Hall, Fiona Gibson, Mandy Robotham and Emma Cowell
Zaffre, Bonnier Books UK
Acquiring, editing and publishing Commercial Women’s Fiction list, including Reading Group fiction, Romance and Saga and overseeing the editorial management processes. Working on the translated fiction list and with authors such as Wilbur Smith, Lynda La Plante and Heather Morris.
Orion Publishing Group
Editorial Management of the Orion fiction list with authors including Michael Connelly, Justin Cronin, Anthony Horowitz, Linwood Barclay, Erica James and Veronica Henry.
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Jonathan Y.
Sep, 2024
