Magpie Editing Spotlight
●Magpie Editing●
When my interest in beta-reading took a more intensive and ambitious direction, I realized that editing would be an excellent use of my skills. My colleagues and friends are mostly independent authors, and many bewailed the price of editing. Investigation into industry standard editing rates horrified me, and I resolved to provide services that authors taking an alternative or independent publishing route could afford.
I love working with other authors and helping them develop the best possible manuscript. I copy-edit as well as offering stylistic suggestions, and provide some developmental advice. My specialties are descriptions and character development; I also provide limited plot advice and fact-checking (where my knowledge is applicable). Most editors only work in one or two areas; signing up for a Magpie Edit means you’re getting more for less, from a person who really loves working with people as well as books!
Who is Michelle Browne?
I am a science fiction/urban fantasy author from Calgary, AB (Canada), with a passion for working with other authors and a specialty in cross-genre fiction. I am a member of the Sci-Fi Romance Brigade, and the local writing community in Calgary, AB. My favorite genres are classics of the 19th and 20th century, science fiction, urban fantasy, high fantasy, and horror.
I have a Bachelors in Health Science (Addictions Counseling), stemming from a previous interest in psychiatry. Once I had completed my degree, I was extremely inspired to follow my true passion, writing, rather than continue in my anticipated career path. My varied interests and eclectic knowledge base have been extremely useful in both my own writing and the editing of others’.
●Testimonials●
“As an editor I have encountered no better than Ms Browne. She is very thorough with her critique and very willing to give her expert advice.
She has great insight in how a story should be written and gives several different scenarios in which the story could be written. I found her critique very helpful and have taken her advice and have begun rewrites of my latest book. Kudos to Michelle Browne. She is a top notch editor.”
-Diane Pepper Smith
“Michelle edited my debut thriller novel and I was especially pleased with the outcome. We discussed editing strategies beforehand and she identified my intended goals before providing an expert edit within the predicted turnaround time and with cost effectiveness. Her edits were offered in a respectable, constructive manner with specific justifications for her comments and I especially liked that she transformed my manuscript into a much better product without losing my specific voice. Thanks, Michelle, for the care you took to make my manuscript more than I imagined it could be.”
-Jim Murray
If you are looking for a editor, get ahold of Michelle. She is also Christine's editor ;)
http://magpieediting.com/contact-magpie-editing-services/
When my interest in beta-reading took a more intensive and ambitious direction, I realized that editing would be an excellent use of my skills. My colleagues and friends are mostly independent authors, and many bewailed the price of editing. Investigation into industry standard editing rates horrified me, and I resolved to provide services that authors taking an alternative or independent publishing route could afford.
I love working with other authors and helping them develop the best possible manuscript. I copy-edit as well as offering stylistic suggestions, and provide some developmental advice. My specialties are descriptions and character development; I also provide limited plot advice and fact-checking (where my knowledge is applicable). Most editors only work in one or two areas; signing up for a Magpie Edit means you’re getting more for less, from a person who really loves working with people as well as books!
Who is Michelle Browne?
I am a science fiction/urban fantasy author from Calgary, AB (Canada), with a passion for working with other authors and a specialty in cross-genre fiction. I am a member of the Sci-Fi Romance Brigade, and the local writing community in Calgary, AB. My favorite genres are classics of the 19th and 20th century, science fiction, urban fantasy, high fantasy, and horror.
I have a Bachelors in Health Science (Addictions Counseling), stemming from a previous interest in psychiatry. Once I had completed my degree, I was extremely inspired to follow my true passion, writing, rather than continue in my anticipated career path. My varied interests and eclectic knowledge base have been extremely useful in both my own writing and the editing of others’.
●Testimonials●
“As an editor I have encountered no better than Ms Browne. She is very thorough with her critique and very willing to give her expert advice.
She has great insight in how a story should be written and gives several different scenarios in which the story could be written. I found her critique very helpful and have taken her advice and have begun rewrites of my latest book. Kudos to Michelle Browne. She is a top notch editor.”
-Diane Pepper Smith
“Michelle edited my debut thriller novel and I was especially pleased with the outcome. We discussed editing strategies beforehand and she identified my intended goals before providing an expert edit within the predicted turnaround time and with cost effectiveness. Her edits were offered in a respectable, constructive manner with specific justifications for her comments and I especially liked that she transformed my manuscript into a much better product without losing my specific voice. Thanks, Michelle, for the care you took to make my manuscript more than I imagined it could be.”
-Jim Murray
If you are looking for a editor, get ahold of Michelle. She is also Christine's editor ;)
http://magpieediting.com/contact-magpie-editing-services/
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