Susan Cahill

Susan Cahill – Editor

Children's author and experienced editor specialising in literary fiction, children's fiction, non-fiction. Former English Literature prof

Overview

My debut children's fantasy adventure novel THE WORLD BETWEEN THE RAIN (age 8-12) is out with Everything With Words in 2024.


I hold a PhD in English literature (my specialties are contemporary fiction and children’s literature) and have worked as an Assistant Professor and Associate Professor in Literature in universities in Ireland, the United Kingdom, and Canada. I have significant experience in academic writing and editing, having published an academic book on contemporary fiction and over 20 academic articles and given numerous speeches and presentations. I have also edited 2 collections of essays on contemporary authors.


I have supervised PhD and MA theses in both literature and creative writing (creative non-fiction and memoir) and am skilled in offering constructive feedback to improve writing style and argument.


As a writer and literature professor with expertise in contemporary fiction, children's and YA literature, I can offer editing and proofreading services for aspiring writers and can help with plot, characterisation, themes, and structure.


I can work with you to improve the clarity, fluency, tone, and style of your document. I can help with narrative or argumentative flow and consistency. I will edit awkward phrasing, repetition, spelling, or grammatical errors to ensure clear, fluent, and accurate prose.


I am a friendly, efficient, and encouraging editor. My main motivation is to instil confidence in your writing process and to ensure that your writing is as eloquent and compelling as it can be.

Services
Non-Fiction
Biographies & Memoirs Education & Reference History Philosophy Self-Help & Self-Improvement
Fiction
Children's Literary Fiction
Languages
English (CAN) English (UK) English (US)
Certifications
  • PhD in Literature, University College Dublin, 2007
  • MA in Critical and Cultural Theory, Cardiff University, 2002
  • BA (Hons) in English Literature, University College Dublin, 2001

Work experience

Irish in Britain

Jan, 2023 — Feb, 2024 (about 1 year)

I managed the collection of an oral history of the Irish in Britain since 1973 and curated a physical touring exhibition which has been shortlisted for Touring Exhibition of the Year at the Museums and Heritage Award. I also managed and curated the online exhibition:

Irish in Britain

Jan, 2023 — Present

Managing the collection of an oral history of the Irish in Britain 1973-present and curating an exhibition (touring and online) based on the oral histories:

Concordia University

Jul, 2011 — Jun, 2019 (almost 8 years)

University College Dublin

Sep, 2007 — Jun, 2011 (over 3 years)

University of Limerick

Jan, 2007 — Aug, 2007 (7 months)

Queen's University Belfast

Aug, 2006 — Dec, 2006 (4 months)

Portfolio

Do you ever feel as though you’re sleepwalking through life? Awake, but not fully conscious? Surviving, but not thriving?So many of us have built ourselves cocoons that, while comfortable, limit us from living fully. Cocoons can be either a form of confinement... read more
This book offers the first comprehensive survey of writing by women in Ireland from the seventeenth century to the present day. It covers literature in all genres, including poetry, drama, and fiction, as well as life-writing and unpublished writing, and addre... read more
When Irish culture and economics underwent rapid changes during the Celtic Tiger Years, Anne Enright, Colum McCann and Éilís Ní Dhuibhne began writing. Now that period of Irish history has closed, this study uncovers how their writing captured that unique hist... read more
Colum McCann is one of the most important Irish writers in contemporary literary fiction. His work has been critically acclaimed across the globe for its artistic achievement, its thematic range and its ethical force. This Side of Brightness: Essays on the Fic... read more
Anne Enright is one of the most innovative and exciting writers in Ireland - and indeed, the world today - whose work encompasses a wide range of genres, themes, and interests. With her dark humor and wry tone, she displays a capability to be remarkably funny ... read more
When Irish culture and economics underwent rapid changes during the Celtic Tiger Years, Anne Enright, Colum McCann and Éilís Ní Dhuibhne began writing. Now that period of Irish history has closed, this study uncovers how their writing captured that unique hist... read more

Susan has 19 reviews

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Delphine C.

Delphine C.

Dec, 2022

Susan provided a very detailed and professional review and edit of my manuscript. It was both encouraging but also pointed out where work was necessary. I found it very helpful but supportive. I hope to continue to work with Susan through the next phases of my book writing.
Rahti G.

Rahti G.

Jun, 2022

Really got what I’m trying to write. What I will say is I could’ve been clearer about my expectations in terms of getting comments in answer to questions in the shared Google doc. Hope to continue our collaboration.
Mairin M.

Mairin M.

Mar, 2022

I enjoyed enormously working with Susan. She is very professional and skilled at what she does. Her great insights helped me fine-tune my book considerably. Most of all her positive feedback is very motivating and left me feeling a lot more confident about my work which I really appreciate. I highly recommend working with her.
Susan C.
Thank you so much. It was a joy to work with you.
Peter L.

Peter L.

Feb, 2022

Susan’s report was detailed, forensic and extremely helpful. She was encouraging and helpful and her suggestions will make a huge difference to the finished book.
Susan C.
I'm so glad you found it helpful. It was a pleasure to work with you
K P.

K P.

Oct, 2020

Susan is very good at what she does. Highly recommend.

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