Suzy Vadori

Suzy Vadori – Editor

Author. Editor. Book Coach. I share the hard to find skills writers need to break into the industry to reach their writing dreams.

Overview

I have more than a decade’s experience coaching and editing for writers who’ve gone on to achieve their writing goals by landing agents, 6 figure book deals, or creating a successful independent publishing career. Beginners and seasoned writers are both welcome! I never provide cookie cutter solutions, as my goal is to give you the skills and clarity to write the book only you can write, in a way that your readers will love. I deliver feedback in my incredibly positive and always supportive voice, while not shying away from giving honest advice. You will come away from working with me with a step-by-step plan to get your writing ready for prime time.

I work with hundreds of writers each year in my 1:1 editing and coaching practice, and track evolving publisher and reader trends and expectations closely. I love sharing everything I learn with the writers I work with.

Not sure if you need help? Know that small tweaks can make a HUGE difference to your reader’s experience. I am here to help you reach your writing goals.

If you have a completed draft, you may be looking for one of these services:

Manuscript Review ($2,000 USD)

- Thorough read and evaluation of your book’s readiness for publication

- Detailed Edit Letter outlining your book’s strengths and weaknesses, + specific examples

- 90 minute coaching session with me to discuss the feedback and give you Next Steps.

Developmental Edit ($3250 USD)

- Includes everything in the Manuscript Review package

- (+) inline comments and suggestions throughout your book

- Provides a more detailed guide for revisions

If you are just starting your book, or are in the messy middle of writing it, consider Book Coaching!

Roadmap and Outline ($2000 USD) For planning a new book project, or getting an existing project back on track.

- We’ll explore the exact book you are feeling called to write

- You’ll create a detailed outline and plan to get it done

- You’ll practice drafting 1-2 chapters, with my guidance and editorial feedback

- This package includes: 4 deadlines/assignments, and 4 x 60 minute coaching calls with me.

Writing Forward and Deadlines ($2500 USD) support to complete your book

This package includes: 5 deadlines, Editorial feedback on up to 20 pages each deadline, and 5 x 60 minute coaching calls with me.

***TESTIMONIALS***

"Suzy’s absolutely brilliant at explaining concepts quickly, and helping me to understand and correct the flaws in my work so that I could reach my potential. Now I have an amazing agent and sold my debut novel at a four-way auction!" - Jessica Bull, Author of the Ms. Austen Investigates Series

"I plotted and wrote a novel applying Suzy's excellent tips, tools, and strategies. I queried this book to a select group of agents and publishers and had a fifty percent full manuscript request and offer rate." - Felicity George, Regency Romance Author

Services
Non-Fiction
Biographies & Memoirs Business & Management Self-Help & Self-Improvement
Fiction
Cozy Mysteries Fantasy Historical Romance Young Adult Fantasy
Languages
English (CAN) English (UK) English (US)
Awards
  • 3x Aurora Award Finalist for Best Young Adult Fiction
Certifications
  • Author Accelerator Advanced Certified Book Coach

Work experience

Self-employed

Aug, 2016 — Present
I work with fiction, memoir, and nonfiction business book authors from the beginning of the process (Book Coaching) or giving feedback on drafts (Developmental Editing) to give writers the tools and processes they need to turn their writing dreams into books their readers will love.

Writers Helping Writers (Authors of the Emotion Thesaurus and its Sequels)

Sep, 2021 — Present
My articles on the craft of writing are published quarterly on this popular blog. I also support events for writers on the platform throughout the year.

She Writes Press/ Spark Press

Jun, 2021 — Jun, 2023 (about 2 years)
Paired by She Writes/ Spark Press with authors to get their books ready to publish with the press, in partnership with Author Accelerator.

When Words Collide Festival for Readers and Writers

Mar, 2013 — Sep, 2023 (over 10 years)
- Grew and Managed Middle Grade and Young Adult programming for the festival, facilitating 30+ presentations, workshops, and panels for writing education - Member of the Festival Board of Directors/ Organizing Committee - Guest Presenter at the Festival, delivering an average of 7 presentations/workshops per year on writing craft, promotions, and the writing industry

Portfolio

Miss Austen Investigates: A Fortune Most Fatal

Bull, Jessica

Union Square & Co.

Developmental Editing
Book Coaching
Developmental Editing
Developmental Editing
Developmental Editing
Wall of Wishes: (The Fountain, Book 3)

Vadori, Suzy

Old Vines Teen

Developmental Editing
The West Woods (The Fountain Book 2)

Vadori, Suzy

Evil Alter Ego Press

Developmental Editing
The Fountain

Vadori, Suzy

Evil Alter Ego Press

Developmental Editing
Mors Obliviscens

McCollum, Allyson

Ballast Books

Developmental Editing
Edge of the Known World: A Novel

Joseph, Sheri T.

SparkPress

Developmental Editing Book Coaching
Book Coaching
Developmental Editing Query Letter Review Book Coaching
Developmental Editing Book Coaching
Developmental Editing
A Courtesan's Worth

George, Felicity

Orion Dash

Developmental Editing
A Lady's Risk

George, Felicity

Orion Dash

Developmental Editing Query Letter Review Book Coaching

Suzy has 1 review

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Robert S.

Robert S.

Dec, 2025

Loved working with Suzy. She's extremely knowledgeable and goes out of her way to not only give detailed, actionable notes, but also make sure that you understand why she's making them. She knows the ins and outs of the industry and inspires trust. She delivered the feedback as promised on time a...
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