Shannon Evans

Shannon Evans – Editor

Development & Copy Editor. I work on self-help, personal development, and self-improvement related books. I love great story telling.

Overview


'Having Shannon as an editor made the publishing of my first book possible and painless. She’s an incredible resource who I highly recommend. ' Chris Kelley, Author.

'Shannon Evans is one of the best developmental editors I have ever worked with on a manuscript. Her depth of knowledge on what agents and publishers are looking for is invaluable. Her positive constructive feedback helped me turn a decent manuscript into one that was outstanding.' Patrick Snow, Author and Inspirational Speaker.

When it comes to choosing an editor for your manuscript, you will find no one more dedicated to your future publishing success. Whether your manuscript is 100 pages or 1000, I provide feedback that is tailored to help you make modifications and improvements that meet the current publishing standards.

I have written many "how to" books as well as various other non-fiction books. I have been a ghost writer and editor for over 20 years. I have edited and contributed to multiple anthologies and collections. I know how important good feedback is to the success of a manuscript.

I help my clients not only improve the strength of their manuscript but also ensure that it is well written and fully prepared for publication. Whether you are looking for basic editing, or substantial rewriting, I can tailor my services to suit your manuscript’s needs. Let me help guide you through every step of the editing process to ensure that your book is well written, meticulously edited, and prepared for publishing.

'I got a book proposal accepted by an academic publishing house and then immediately had a panic attack. I had no idea how to get this book finished much less ready for a major publisher. I called Shannon and she not only talked me out of my anxiety about the project, she gave me an actionable plan to make the project go smoothly. We worked together getting that manuscript done and polished. Without her I don't know if I could have met the ambitious publishing schedule. Now when I have a book idea I call and get on her schedule right away.' Dr. Genesis Johnson, Author and Lecturer
Services
Fiction
Anthologies Poetry
Non-Fiction
Biographies & Memoirs Self-Help & Self-Improvement
Languages
English (US)
Certifications
  • BS In English
  • MEd Instructional Design
  • MS in Technical Writing

Work experience

Self-employed

Jan, 1990 — Present

Developmental Editor, Editorial Evaluations, and Ghost Writer.

Portfolio

Creating Your Own Destiny - How to Get Exactly What You Want Out of Life, is the ultimate success road map for high achievers. This book is for anyone who wants more out of life! Most people want to get more time, more money, more freedom, more health, more lo... read more
Take charge of your financial future and improve your overall well being In today's unpredictable economy, the best way to ensure financial security is to build your own business. You can neither count on nor control your employer's success, but you can depend... read more
Put your own fate exactly where it belongs - in your hands It is one of the great questions of life. Its a simple question, really, but it seems impossible for many to answer: Do we control our own destinies? Ninety percent of people think and act as if their ... read more
Book by JOHNSON
Book by Johnson Dr., Genesis
This coloring book is for that gifted and talented creative child or adult in your life! It is a perfect coloring book for grown-ups, for use with crafts for children, or to use as your own art therapy and relaxation at home or on your daily commute. This book... read more
"If it's Raining Men, Why is Your Bucket Empty?" helps you create that committed relationship with someone special. Too often when it comes to finding a partner, most of us continue to make the same mistakes over and over. Whether you are married or single, on... read more
Life is not easy when you are poor and mixed race and living in the inner city. Half black, half Asian, Shalena Duong’s heroine is Blasian and she is driven to succeed no matter the obstacle. What does it take to have real Blasian Drive?
The Journey of a Solid Soldier is the gripping tale of a first generation Cambodian American teen finding his way on the streets of Seattle. Straddling the old world of his parents and grandparents who escaped the horrors of Communist dictators and the temptat... read more
A Walk Down Memory Lane

Monique Blockman

A Walk Down Memory Lane is Monique Blockman’s debut full length book collection of poems. Raw, blistering in places, edgy, Blockman’s poetry is enigmatic and haunting. Based on what she sees in the world around her, her poems capture the hearts and heartaches ... read more
Partly biographical and partly a collection of poetry, Life As It Is is a moving autobiographical work from YUA Jennifer Gutierrez. Her life is presented as a mosaic of experiences in words and poems. Her visceral images of life as she experiences it draws the... read more
How does a ‘good’ girl go ‘bad’? Can she ever get back to that place of wholesome goodness? Karlina Khorn takes the reader through the life and times of a typical teen struggling to be herself in amongst her everyday experiences. Hi Drama puts teen life in dra... read more
It’s tough being a young, modest teenage girl even in the best of conditions but toss in a tough neighborhood and you have the perfect mix for possible disaster. Hanan Soulaiman’s Young Life brilliantly captures the difficulties of teens everywhere as they str... read more
The moving story of a young African refuge girl escaping her war torn country with her family. First they walk to Kenya and then depart for ‘Amerika’ an unknown place of opportunity. Amina’s book will make you cheer for her young heroine as she moves from a fr... read more
Amazing gift-book for little hands with brilliant colors and rhymes that fill each page. See butterflies journey through winter which is "Pure Butterfly Magic". Fun family activity included.
American Women. Their Stories. Their Resistance. The despot is perched in his tower, threatening democracy with every tweet. Vultures of big business occupy his cabinet seats, while empty-headed puppets tie the Senate to a string. With a wave of a pen, they se... read more
Many people claim they have their end-of-life planning under control because they have their wills, trusts and other legal and financial plans in place. However, because wealth management is only one component of end-of-life planning, they are not yet finished... read more
You need Chinese glasses to succeed in Chinese Asia. Seeing communication, management, relationships or contracts through Western glasses guarantees problems. You should read Wearing Chinese Glasses, written by a cultural optometrist.
"Pursuing Your Destiny" is the touching true story of 911 survivor Michelle Rosado and her heroic escape from the World Trade Center into a life she never dreamed she could have, including how she met her husband and soul mate Randy Rosado. With alternating po... read more
Confessions of a mortgage insider This is a story of the business practices, greed, lack of borrower knowledge and particularly the lack of loan officer education, knowledge and ethics that were extreme enough to sink the whole mortgage industry to its knees, ... read more
Parenting: A Field Guide

Patricia Nan Anderson

What does it take to raise healthy, happy, competent kids these days? Dr. Patricia Nan Anderson presents an answer in her new book, Parenting: A Field Guide. This book is unique in that individual concepts are presented one per page, along with an exercise, in... read more
PRAISE FOR GRACEFUL DIVORCE SOLUTIONS "Divorce doesn't have to be a hideous thing. Graceful Divorce Solutions: A Comprehensive and Proactive Guide to Saving You Time, Money, and Your Sanity is a guide to happier divorces, some to many at first sight seems like... read more
Action Mentality: How to Fulfill Your Dreams, is not your typical self-development book in which you are taught that just by positive thinking you will accomplish your goals. The real life stories within this book will not only inspire but motivate you to take... read more
A simple How-To Guide for Real Life Scenarios. Whether you are moving out on your own for the first time or you just don't know how to do some of life's simple tasks. This is a handy, easy to understand guide to get you out of a jam.
Is being out of work making you feel hopeless? Scared? Panicked? Depressed? Desperate? Have you been sending out a flood of résumés, but no interviewers call? The problem is your résumé; this book is the solution. Your job search is like shopping for clothes. ... read more
Operation Military Family offers a unique look into how military couples strengthen their marriages despite the challenges brought on by unexpected or multiple deployments. The book offers the "how-to's" on: *Establishing a pre and post deployment plan *Discov... read more
Your Ultimate Sales Force is a phenomenal sales & marketing book that addresses the issues of being worthy of referrals and the mechanics of generating referrals. It is a collaborative effort of real-world business people that contains immense and oft-times co... read more
How can a small business owner best position their business to be found on the Internet? By using local search marketing. Google, Yahoo and Bing all allow a business to list their unique information. Business owners who know how to complete and optimize these ... read more

Shannon has 3 reviews

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Edward S.

Edward S.

Apr, 2020

I was very dissapointed on the results working on a developmental edit with Shannon.
Susan W.

Susan W.

Feb, 2020

Shannon is a gem! Her expertise and confidence were reassuring as I brought my first book to print. We had a phone interview and I instantly knew Shannon was the editor for me. She is smart, funny and considerate and it was an absolute pleasure collaborating with her. Thank you, Shannon!
Nicoline H.

Nicoline H.

Feb, 2020

Shannon did a brilliant job proofreading my short book that serves as an introduction to my book series. Pleasant nudges for improvement, thorough edits and brilliant suggestions for making it even better. Thanks Shannon, I'll definitely ask you to be my proofreader for the book series!

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