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Helping authentic stories come to life!
I'm Susi, an editor, writer, and marketing specialist with a bit of a coffee addiction! After nearly twenty years in marketing, I gravitated toward assignments that primarily involved writing and editing website and email content. I also wrote a few novels, joined several writing and critique groups, and was always the first to volunteer to beta-read other people's stories. I also earned a copyediting certification and took several developmental editing courses, solidifying my expertise in the field.
As a neurodivergent woman with chronic illnesses, I am not just an editor but someone who deeply understands and empathizes with the challenges disabled characters face. I am passionate about authentic storytelling and get frustrated when stories lean on stereotypes rather than lived experiences. Diverse stories are essential; I love seeing all characters live fulfilling lives. One of my favorite things is editing stories to make them feel more authentic.
I offer developmental editing and sensitivity/accuracy reading, focusing on romance, mystery, and women's fiction genres. These genres are not just professional interests for me but also personal passions. I am available to read for autoimmune arthritis (such as Psoriatic Arthritis), Sjögren's Syndrome, PCOS, Autism, ADHD, chronic migraines, and infertility. I have an autistic son and can read any story for the experience of raising a neurodivergent child as well.
My commitment extends beyond editing fiction. I am dedicated to helping authors and businesses succeed by offering comprehensive marketing services. This includes writing and editing for marketing and website copy, graphic design, branding, and social media strategy. I am here to support your journey as an author or small business owner.
Please explore my services and consider scheduling a consultation. I am excited about the possibility of working with you and helping you bring out the best in your stories
Services
I specialize in working with writers to make their stories more robust and relatable. I focus on three major areas:
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Developmental editing ​
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Manuscript evaluations
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Sensitivity/accuracy reading ​
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I focus on the stories I like to read - mystery, romance, and women's fiction, as well as some memoirs and narrative non-fiction.
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I offer a free sample edit on the first ten pages so you can see if our styles work well together. I would love to help make your words shine!
Do you have an idea for a story but need help figuring out where to start? Are you stuck in the middle?
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I would love to help you as you develop your manuscript. We can meet via Zoom, on your schedule. Just once, monthly, weekly, or as needed, I am here to work with you as your sounding board, actively engaging in the development of your novel's early drafts.
Contact me to schedule a free 30-minute consultation and see how I can help you!
With over a decade of digital marketing experience, I've primarily worked with small businesses and not-for-profits. Now, I'm dedicated to helping authentic stories, like yours, find their audience, understanding the value they bring.
My skills include:
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Branding
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Graphic design
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Basic web design
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Email Marketing
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Social Media Strategy
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Content creation for any of the above​
