Which type of editing?Discover the different stages of editing and the recommended order of play.
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Punctuating dialogue
Punctuate the dialogue in your novel to publishing-industry standards.
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Using apostrophesPosition the apostrophes perfectly in your prose.
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Publish with confidenceWant to craft a novel that's ready for readers? I’m Louise Harnby, a fiction editor who'll help you prepare your book for market.
Work with a genre specialistYou write crime fiction, mysteries, thrillers or suspense. I specialize in editing those genres. That means your novel’s with an editor who gets you and knows the landscape.
Craft sentences that popI’ll work through your narrative and dialogue, attending to engagement, flow, clarity, and consistency. That way, you can concentrate on what you do best – telling stories.
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Safe handsI write too – fiction and business books – so I know what it's like to walk in your shoes. I have 30 years of professional experience, including in-house roles for two international publishers. I'm also an Advanced Professional Member of the CIEP. |
Your counselNervous about working with an editor? Don't be. I'm your counsel, not your judge.
Whether this is your tenth novel or your first, I have one job – to work with you to craft the best book possible. |
My promiseI'll be honest about how I can help. If you want a service that I don't provide, I'll put you in touch with a colleague. That means if we do work together, we'll both feel we've found a good match. That's the foundation of a great working relationship! |
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Meet Louise
Editor, writer, speaker and podcaster with thirty years of experience in the publishing industry ...
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