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Demon for Details Testimonials – Manuscript Editing

Thank you for treating me with respect.
Thank you for honoring my work with solid suggestions that made it better.
Thank you for being just an email away.
Thank you for responding in a timely manner.
Thank you for enjoying my story.
Thank you for giving me positive feedback and praise.

Jane Flagello, author of Complicity, Gotcha!, and soon-to-be-published Mercy.

Faith, as a demon for details, was instrumental in helping me maintain the focus, purpose and intent of my manuscript. Her focus on assisting me in making the book logically sequenced and addressing any editorial inconsistencies and grammatical errors was outstanding. Faith allowed me, as an author, to express myself, guided by her timely, responsive, and supportive comments that were extremely helpful in bringing the book to a highly positive fruition. As another set of eyes reviewing my work, the value of her expertise was incalculable.

Dr. Don Sternberg, Author of Teacher Growth Trajectory (TGT)

I’ve got great news to share with you! Rehumanized Drew was named a finalist in the Visionary Fiction category and WINNER in the New Age Fiction category for the Best Book 2017 awards!!!

Thank you for your brilliance and hard work on it! I certainly share this award with you!

K. M. Baginski, author of Rehumanized Drew

In my 17 years in business, I’ve worked with a lot of content editors, and Faith is by far one of the top editors I’ve ever worked with. She’s firm but also gentle in her feedback, and she’s supportive and flexible and extremely fair. If you want to grow as a writer, you need a good content editor who will do more for you than just offer you story feedback. Faith has helped me improve my writing skills – and made me a better writer overall.

Penny Sansevieri, CEO and founder of Author Marketing Experts, Inc. (AME)

I’m honored and grateful to have Faith as the anchor of my editing team. She listens. She suggests. She fixes. Characterization, word choice, grammar, punctuation, inconsistencies, Faith is a demon for details. She is ruthless when tracking down errors, plot holes, and character inconsistencies, and pushes me to create the best book possible. I couldn’t ask for a better coach and advocate and communicator. I’m so fortunate to have Faith as my editor. She definitely makes my work shine bright. 

Lyz Kelley, author of the Elkridge Series, including Blinded, Spurned & Abandoned

For the record, one of the reasons I love your work and working with you, is that you have the BEST and most gentle way of saying “Christina, this is kind of crap” and that’s, honestly, what I want to know. That’s the thing that helps us grow as writers.

Christina George, author of the Publicist Series, Loving Vivienne, a Royal Affair, My One & Only, Nanny for Christmas

Very pleased with the editing. Made a great difference in the quality of the book. And I had no idea that I use ‘really’ and ‘that’ so much. A writer just doesn’t see those bad habits. So glad you caught it.

Abigail Keam, author of The Josiah Reynolds Mysteries, The Last Chance Romance Series, and the Princess Maura Tales

When I started my self-publishing journey, I knew that finding the right editor was a critical step in producing great stories. And I had a long list of requirements. Yes at the basic level I needed someone who understood grammar and sentence structure to help me when I veered unsuspectingly down the awkward-phraseology path.

But I also needed someone I could brainstorm with. Someone who could read my scenes and suggest subtle and not-so-subtle changes to make them that much better. Someone who really understood my characters and my humor (thank goodness) and was invested in putting out a quality product with me.

I set the bar high, and luckily I found Faith. She listens to my neurotic ramblings about my characters and stories and pushes me. She asks questions that give me ‘ah-hah’ moments. When it comes down to it, she makes me a better writer. That’s what a great editor does.

AE Jones, double RITA nominee for Mind Sweeper, and triple PRISM award-winner for Mind Sweeper and Shifter Wars

Faith has a true passion for editing. Her edit was professional, insightful and personal. She will email you back right away with answers to your questions and update you frequently with her progress. She is easy to communicate with and brainstorm ideas. It felt like a partnership because she was completely invested in my characters and story. She offered a fresh perspective, honest feedback and a wealth of information from her editor’s toolkit. It was wonderful working with her. I look forward to working with her on my next book.

Marie Dunn, author of The Ladies of Lorton Landing

A good editor helps you to be yourself, and that’s what Faith does. She took my 200K manuscript, tightened it, cleared out the garbage, and challenged me to write a few scenes tighter and sharper. The word count increased 10K words, but the story was crisper. Wordy descriptions were trimmed down and crutch words eliminated.

The editing process quickly became a partnership, brainstorming plot hole fixes, and character development. This story was the third book in a series, and since Faith hadn’t read the previous books, she suggested where to add information so new readers wouldn’t be confused. Faith was invested in the end result as much as I was. It was a fantastic working relationship. I’m looking forward to finishing my next book so we can do it again!

Katherine Lowry Logan, author of The Sapphire Brooch, The Last MacKlenna & The Ruby Brooch

I’m fascinated by the longstanding, symbiotic relationship between writers and editor. No matter how talented the writer, they have always collaborated with an editor to enhance and improve the quality of the story they’ve created. Working my way through your comments and edits I found example after example where you smoothed over the rough edges of my sentences or zeroed in with a perfect word choice or straightened out my grammar. Thank you for helping me to put my best foot forward. My book is better for the time and talent you poured into it. It’s been a pleasure and a privilege for this writer to work with a pro-of -an-editor.

…[and] thank you, thank you for explaining [a characterization problem] in a way that made sense, and by spelling it out. My critique partner and a contest judge both had problem with [the character], but I misinterpreted their remarks. Once you pointed out the problem, I saw time and again where I’d needlessly undercut [the character], making her look weak or insensitive…So, I did major, wholesale POV surgery on [her].

Wanda Ann Thomas, author of The Herod Chronicles: the Warrior; The Herod Chronicles: the Barbarian

Faith Freewoman is the whole package! She offers two detailed read-throughs for her price. The first is an in-depth look at the developmental aspects of a work (character arcs, plot, style, etc.). For the second look, not only does Faith provide a much-needed check of the changes that were made, but she suggests extensive copy edits.

In addition to her editorial expertise, Faith is a wealth of information about the romance industry, and has always provided me with spot-on guidance. With her at the helm as my editor, my debut paranormal novel won the Bronze Medal for romance from the Independent Publisher’s Book Awards, the largest book competition in the world. I couldn’t recommend Demon for Details highly enough!

Tracy Tappan, IPPY and USA News award-winning romance author of paranormal, military suspense, and historical including The Bloodline War, The Purest of the Breed, Blood-Bonded by Force, Eightball Two-Three and Beyond the Call of Duty

I thank you for sharing your experience with me, as it has transformed my writing…I hope that on your final read through that you will be as proud as I am of the book to which you have been so instrumental in helping me accomplish.  

Although the words and the story remain mine, it has been your prodding and molding with the eye of the finest marksman and the hand of the most skilled sculptor that has allowed my story to take shape and life in a way that would have never been possible without your divine skill…you have shown me that Stephen King is no liar when he says that to write is human and to edit is divine.  

Joshua Chaudry – author of Apotheosis of the Immortal 

 Faith’s commitment to her work is unparalleled. She’s edited several of my books and I honestly can’t imagine publishing without Faith’s “seal of approval.” She does a three-pass edit that includes content, line edit, and final walk-through. Her attention to detail on grammar and punctuation, as well as overall content, pacing, and flow is meticulous. She doesn’t let me get away with anything, but is willing to discuss problems in the manuscript, and provides timely feedback. If you are serious about publishing your work, there is no better investment.

L. j. Charles, author of the Everly Gray adventures, the TaP Team mysteries, the Ola Boutique Mysteries, the Gemini Women, & The Lifethread Trilogy

… my extraordinary editor who wouldn’t let me slide.

Kitty DuCane, author of Taming Raven and others

Faith is a devoted and thorough editor who clearly has a passion for her work. She goes above and beyond her job. She cares about every story, as well as the author. Not only does she pinpoint grammar and punctuation, but she highlights any plot flaws or inconsistencies and cleverly helps brainstorm through any issues. She’s patient, right on time, and a complete joy to work with. I can’t wait to work with her on my next book!

Sadie Hart, author of Hounded, Cry Sanctuary, Big Cats Don’t Purr, Wolf at the Door and more

I got speedy and accurate when I hired Faith to proofread my latest book. But I got so much more than that.  The woman is intelligent.  The woman is wise.  You aren’t hiring a spell and punctuation checker.  You are hiring a perfectionist who cares, and who innately knows what is working or what is not working with your manuscript.  You are hiring an editor.  I often say that an author cannot write in a vacuum.  Editors are extremely necessary.  And highly skilled editors who get your work back to you in a timely manner are precious. Thank you, Demon for Details

C. B. Williams, author of Sky Dancers, The PeaceKeeper Corps, Walkers, The Place Between Worlds, & The Shield of The Walkers trilogy, and This Fool’s Journey

Faith has edited two books for me: Timeless, my paranormal romantic suspense and the second book of my SEAL TEAM Heartbreakers series, Breaking Through. Both books were well over four hundred pages long. She found every error in grammar, punctuation, and spelling and every awkwardly phrased sentence and homophone. She also helped me correct some of the habitual things I do in my writing, thus helping me learn to avoid those things in future. I was having difficulty with my vision while editing the second manuscript and she very understandingly took extra time to help me with the punctuation replacement I had difficulty seeing. She went over both manuscripts twice to be sure they were just as they should be. I can’t rave enough about the quality of her work. Because she makes mine so much better.

Teresa J. Reasor, author of the Seal Team Heartbreakers series, including the SEAL Team Heartbreaker series of 8 novels and novellas, as well as Timeless, Captive Hearts and Highland Moonlight, An Automated Death, To Capture a Highlander’s Heart, Caught in the Act, Have Wand Will Travel, Deep Within the Shadows, Whisper in My Ear, and more…

 

 

Covers of books I’ve edited, in no particular order…

For Witch or for Poorer, Fantasy romance, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Topaz Brooch, Time travel romance, manuscript manuscript editor Faith Freewoman
Silver Dollar, Women’s fiction romance, manuscript manuscript editor Faith Freewoman
The Shadows, Young adult fantasy edited by Faith Freewoman
Shackled to the World, Reverse harem romance manuscript manuscript editor Faith Freewoman
Sentinel Lost, Urban fantasy romance manuscript manuscript editor Faith Freewoman
Mixed Match, Multicultural romance manuscript manuscript editor Faith Freewoman
Silver Stud, Over-40s romance manuscript manuscript editor Faith Freewoman
Five Minute Book Editing for Authors, Sales & selling techniques nonfiction edited by Faith Freewoman
Doctor's Secret', Women’s fiction edited by Faith Freewoman
Building Strength, Military romantic suspense, manuscript manuscript editor Faith Freewoman
Devastated, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Like No Other Boy, family life fiction manuscript manuscript editor Faith Freewoman
Building Family, military romantic suspense, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Breaking Free, military romantic suspense fiction manuscript editing by Faith Freewoman
Deception, Women’s action and adventure fiction, manuscript manuscript editor Faith Freewoman
Allied Operations, military romantic suspense fiction, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Code Pink, Police procedural thriller manuscript manuscript editor Faith Freewoman
Fang Vacation, Teen & young adult vampire fiction manuscript manuscript editor Faith Freewoman
Billionaire's Secret', billionaire romance fiction edited by Faith Freewoman
LoveMaker, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Queen of the Assassins, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Roman Nights, manuscript editor Faith Freewoman
For Better or for Wolf, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Breaking Chains, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Heartbreaker, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Lacewood, manuscript editor Faith Freewoman
New Beginnings in Eden, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Stars Over Eden, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Mind Sweeper, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Tethered, manuscript editor Faith Freewoman
Easier Said than Done, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Beyond the Call of Duty, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Cats, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
The Pearl Brooch, manuscript editor Faith Freewoman
What a Wolf Desires, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Electric Curse, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Callista Goes Country, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Man Down, manuscript editor Faith Freewoman
One Wish, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Love Is a Wildfire, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Sell a Sleigh-Load of Books, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
A Nanny for Christmas, manuscript editor Faith Freewoman
Demons Will Be Demons, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Death by Drama, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Demons Are a Girls Best Friend, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Teacher Growth Trajectory, manuscript editor Faith Freewoman
Missing, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Demons Are Forever, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
The New Business Card, manuscript editor Faith Freewoman
Mercy, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Once Upon a Christmas, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Touches of Eden, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Have Wand, Will Travel, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Adventures of a Witchy Wallflower, manuscript editor Faith Freewoman
Once Bitten, Twice Shy, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Heart of the Assassins, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Rusty Nail, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Breaking Hearts, manuscript editor Faith Freewoman
And I Love You, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Leashed, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Gone to Hell, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Prey, manuscript editor Faith Freewoman
Confessions of a Witchy Wallflower, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Revise and Re-Release Your Book, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
What Matters Most, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Kissing Luca, manuscript editor Faith Freewoman
Moon Riders, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Louder than Words, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Collisions of Time, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Wall of Victory, manuscript editor Faith Freewoman
Diamonds to Die For, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
St. Helena Santa, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Unmistaken, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
The Christmas Angel, manuscript editor Faith Freewoman
A Pinot for Your Thoughts, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Academy of Assassins, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
The Angel of Eden Falls, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
The Ruins of Destiny, manuscript editor Faith Freewoman
My One and Only, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Bittersweet, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
To Love an Earl Twice, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Bare Deception, manuscript editor Faith Freewoman
Flames of Hope, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
From this Fae Forward, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Gone to Hell, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Chasing Hindy, manuscript editor Faith Freewoman
To Have and to Howl, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Unmistaken, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
In Sickness and in Elf, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
How to Sell Books by the Truckload at Amazon, manuscript editor Faith Freewoman
Atonement, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
From this Fae Forward, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Kissing Luca, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
To Enthrall the Demon Lord, manuscript editor Faith Freewoman
Into the Sunrise, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Scandal's Child, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Silver Ops, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
A Taste of Eden, manuscript editor Faith Freewoman
Napa Crush, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
To Stir a Fae's Passion, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Complicity, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Unforgettable, manuscript editor Faith Freewoman
To Win a Demon's Love, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Breaking Point, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Once Bitten, Twice Shy, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Two to Tango, manuscript editor Faith Freewoman
Rehumanized Drew, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Forget Me, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Tri, manuscript editor Faith Freewoman
Lyz Exposed, manuscript editor Faith Freewoman
Lyz Orphaned, manuscript editor Faith Freewoman
Death by Malice, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Protect Me, manuscript editor Faith Freewoman
Royal Scandal, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Trust Me, manuscript editor Faith Freewoman
Mine at Merlot, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Abandoned, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Educating Anthony, manuscript editor Faith Freewoman
Loving Vivienne, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Cats, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Druid Temptation, manuscript editor Faith Freewoman
Blinded, manuscript editor Faith Freewoman
Royal Affair, manuscript editor Faith Freewoman
Man Down, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Spurned, manuscript editor Faith Freewoman
Royal Scandal, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Ruins of Destiny, manuscript editor Faith Freewoman
Three Brooches, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Timeless, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Two Much, manuscript editor Faith Freewoman
Whisper, manuscript editor Faith Freewoman
Breaking Out, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Dance with Me, manuscript editor Faith Freewoman
Holding Still, manuscript editor Faith Freewoman
Chaos Tamed, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
A Touch of TNT, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Resisting Samantha, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
You Were Mine at Merlot, manuscript editor Faith Freewoman
To Love an Earl Twice, manuscript editor Faith Freewoman
Petit Madeleine, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Romancing Las Vegas, manuscript editor Faith Freewoman
Element 63, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
The Siren's Call, manuscript editor Faith Freewoman
Burned, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
My Sweetest Sasha, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Family Love, manuscript editor Faith Freewoman
All She Wanted, manuscript editor Faith Freewoman
Druid Surrender, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Everly Gray boxed set, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Hidden Obsession, manuscript editor Faith Freewoman
Backtrack, manuscript editor Faith Freewoman
Dha, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Death by Design, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Ceann, manuscript editor Faith Freewoman
Brush with Death, manuscript editor Faith Freewoman
Breach, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Blood, Breath and Desire, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
In Sickness and in Elf, manuscript editor Faith Freewoman
Allied Operations, manuscript editor Faith Freewoman
To Capture a Highlander's Heart, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
A Wedding at Meadows Shore, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Beyond the Call of Duty, manuscript editor Faith Freewoman
The Broken Brooch, manuscript editor Faith Freewoman
Eightball Two Three, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Gotcha, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
The Emerald Brooch, manuscript editor Faith Freewoman
The Pursuit, manuscript editor Faith Freewoman
Beyond the Call of Duty, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Sentinel Lost, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Brightness Calling, manuscript editor Faith Freewoman
From the Ashes, manuscript editor Faith Freewoman
Ladies of Lortons Landing, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
The Stonecutter, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Behold the Man, manuscript editor Faith Freewoman
Breaking Boundaries, manuscript editor Faith Freewoman
Champion of Entean, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
The Warrior, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Deep within the Shadows, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Marriage Under Fire, manuscript editor Faith Freewoman
Mark Me, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Piggy Bank Blues, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
A Perfect Wedding, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Captain's Orders, manuscript editor Faith Freewoman
A Perfect Dilemma, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Captured, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
The Chariot, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Electric Heat, manuscript editor Faith Freewoman
Finally Again, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
The Fool, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Illegal Motions, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
The Fledgling, manuscript editor Faith Freewoman
A Touch of Intrigue, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
The Sapphire Brooch, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Shifter Wars, manuscript editor Faith Freewoman
Whisper in My Ear, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
The Barbarian, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Mind Sweeper, manuscript editor Faith Freewoman
Seal's Goal, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Coveted, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Sky Dancers, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Afterlife, manuscript editor Faith Freewoman
Building Ties, manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman
Edited by Faith Freewoman, Purest of the Breed
Edited by Faith Freewoman, Wolf at the Door
manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman, Breaking Ties
Edited by Faith Freewoman
Edited by Faith Freewoman, Apotheosis
Edited by Faith Freewoman, Seal the Deal
Edited by Faith Freewoman, A Touch of Revenge
Faith Freewoman Editor, Bloodline War
Faith Freewoman, Editor, A Perfect Mistake
Faith Freewoman, Editor, Seal My Destiny
Faith Freewoman, Editor, To Touch Poison
Faith Freewoman, Editor, Collared
Edited by Faith Freewoman, In His Eyes
manuscript editor Faith Freewoman, Seal My Heart
Faith Freewoman, editor, The Warrior
Edited by Faith Freewoman, Breaking Away
Faith Freewoman, Editor, A Touch of Ice
Faith Freewoman, Editor, A Perfect Mess
Faith Freewoman, Fetched, Editor
manuscript editor Faith Freewoman, Big Cats Don't Purr
Faith Freewoman, Editor, A Touch of Betrayal
manuscript editor Faith Freewoman, The Shield
Faith Freewoman Editor, A Touch of Ice
manuscript editor Faith Freewoman, Hounded
manuscript editor Faith Freewoman, Caught in the Act
Faith Freewoman, Editor, Breaking Through
manuscript editor Faith Freewoman, An Automated Death
manuscript editor Faith Freewoman, The Calling
manuscript edited by Faith Freeewoman, Brave
Faith Freewoman, Editor, Seal Under Cover
Faith Freewoman Editor A Matter of the Heart
Faith Freewoman Editor, Mortal Bite
Edited by Faith Freewoman, Captive Hear
Faith Freewoman Editor, Groomed for Murder
Edited by Faith Freewoman, Place Between Worlds
manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman, Leashed
Edited by Faith Freewoman, Highlander's Heart
Edited by Faith Freewoman, Cry Sanctuary
Faith Freewoman Editor, Taming Raven
Edited by Faith Freewoman, Walkers
Faith Freewoman Editor, Hounded
Edited by Faith Freewoman, Highland Moonlignt
Faith Freewoman Editor, Fallen Seal Legacy
manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman, The Hierophant
manuscript edited by Faith Freewoman, This Fool's Journey