Short story specific editing and coaching services.
I help you prepare your short story, collection, or short fiction anthology for submission, query, or self-publication. Need help deciding? Scroll down, and I’ll guide you.
Critique
An encouraging but detailed diagnosis of the top three issues standing in the way of your story’s publication.
Editing
Detailed feedback on your short story, from plot and character development to pruning the text to meet word count.
Coaching
One-on-one post-edit support, guided short story revision, and personalized advice for honing your short story craft.
Looking for specialized services like word count help or a writing portfolio assessment? Email me.
I was awed by her thoroughness. I would recommend her without hesitation to someone seeking an editor.
Gabriole Sinclaire, author of The Black Statue
Need help deciding?
Pick your biggest problem, and I’ll recommend a service.
I want a quick assessment of my story to make sure I’m on the right track.
Start with a short story critique. I identify the top three weaknesses that would make the biggest difference in helping your story find its forever home, and for balance, the three greatest strengths that make me want your story to succeed.
I want a detailed assessment of my story/manuscript with edits, suggestions and explanations in the manuscript.
It sounds like you’re looking for editing services. Learn more about the kind of feedback you can expect from your first edit.
I want to learn about revising my story and deepen my understanding of the short story craft.
I would love to help you expand your writing toolbox and learn more about the short story form. Head over to my coaching services to see how I can help.
I have a 5000-word story that is perfect for a submission call with a 3000-word limit, and I need help figuring out what to cut.
Have no fear, the Word Countess is here! Silly name, serious word count management. I’ll help you figure out what to leave out, what to leave to interpretation, and how to layer the remaining prose to meet your word count.
I have been writing short fiction for a while. I want someone to look over my entire portfolio and help me improve my writing.
In a writing portfolio assessment, I evaluate each piece, identify the strengths and weaknesses of your writing, and create a plan to help hone your craft.
I am applying to a writing program and I need someone to help make sure my work is competitive.
In a writing portfolio assessment, I help you polish each piece and double-check to make sure you meet the program submission guidelines.
Ready to get started?
Book a free consult and we’ll unstick your story.
Authors’ Stories
Since taking the coaching lessons, I’ve learned too many things to list here and am happily anticipating more.
Kirk KD McDougall, author of “Three Supers Walk Into a Bar”
Thank you for this amazing critique! I could instantly see how the story would improve with some of this feedback.
Caner Akin, author of “Tepid”