WHY HIRE ME

I don't just edit stories; I understand the mechanics of how they move.

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With five published novels and over a decade of experience writing feature films and television teleplays, I bring a unique "cinematic lens" to developmental editing. My background in screenwriting means I am obsessed with pacing, structure, and character momentum.

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The Screenwriter’s Edge

Writing for the screen taught me the discipline of the three-act structure and the art of the "tight" plot. I spent years imitating the voices of established shows like 24 and Dollhouse, learning how to dissect exactly what makes a story work (or fail). I bring that same surgical precision to your manuscript.

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When you hire me, we will focus on:

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• Architectural Structure: Ensuring your beats land exactly when they should, avoiding the "sagging middle" that loses readers.

• Three-Dimensional Characters: Moving beyond tropes to create protagonists who feel alive, driven, and complex.

• Engagement & Pacing: Trimming the fat and ensuring your plot is as lean and engaging as a blockbuster script.

• Reader Retention: My goal is to ensure your book is unputdownable from the first page to the last—not just the beginning and the end.

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I know how much heart goes into a manuscript because I’ve been in the trenches myself five times over. Let’s work together to give your book the professional polish and structural integrity it deserves.

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Ready to get started?

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I offer a free sample edit of your first chapter to ensure our styles are a good match.