Stop wasting time and nail your best story.
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Even if you're a total pantser, there are some basic story elements you need to know before you can write a story that resonates. Skipping this crucial first step can cost you time and money and suck the joy out of your writing sessions.
But even more important than planning your story is knowing when to take a break and look at your work with a critical eye. Is the emerging story the one you meant to tell? Does it feel flat or rambling? Where might you pivot and revise, and what should you cut completely?
A Story Consultation is the perfect solution to so many writing obstacles, for pantsers to plotters and everyone in between...
We can do a Story Consult at any stage in your manuscript's development. Earlier is often better, but sometimes you don't see problems until they hit the page and screw up your flow.
Pantsers might use a Story Consult as a way to shave a draft cycle or two off your usual write-rewrite-repeat process—imagine how much extra energy and time you could dedicate to line-level nuances!
Plotters might take advantage of the deep-story possibilities a Story Consult can reveal and inject that extra bit of oomph that will hit your audience right in the feels.
In your Story Consultation, we'll talk about your (and your story's) needs. I'll tailor the experience to your unique situation.
Does investing one hour to potentially save dozens sound like what you need? Schedule your Story Consult below to save your spot in my schedule.
My hour with Sue was literally the best way I could have spent my money. I'm so grateful I met with Sue.”
Kat Ryan, author of small-town romance
I’ve never worked with a more tuned-in, savvy, or humbling creative. Sue can see through to the very heart of a story, then weaves pure magic to draw the very best from your words.
Evie Drae, 2019 RWA® Golden Heart® Finalist
Can’t say enough good things about editor @davincikittie! Kickass insight & suggestions. #HireHer #EditingSkillz
Asa Maria Bradley, PNR and UF bestselling author
The format for the Story Consult is simple: We'll identify your problems, and then I'll guide the conversation to spark Aha! moments and uncover new possibilities.
The best way to prepare for a Story Consult is to make a list of your concerns and questions in advance (you're welcome to email them to me once the meeting is scheduled) and craft a 30-second story pitch you can read to me at the start of the Consult to introduce me to your story.
Our meeting will take place through video chat. You're welcome to leave your camera off if you're uncomfortable being on video.
A Story Consultation costs $125 and lasts one hour. I can usually get you on the calendar within 2-3 calendar weeks, if not sooner. The Consult fee is not refundable.
Got more questions? Fill out the email form below and we'll chat about whether my Story Consultation is a good fit for your needs.
I am primarily a developmental editor and specialize in storysmithing romantic fiction. So if your story doesn't involve a primary romance plot—including an HEA or HFN—I may not be the best fit for you. I also work with Urban Fantasy authors, as long as the series has a strong romance element. We can use your Story Consult to look at a single book or your larger series arc.
I don't review manuscript samples in advance or provide any line-level editing before, during, or after the meeting. So while I'm happy to advise you on how to improve your prose and story through line- and copyediting techniques, I won't focus on that during our session or give explicit in-line editing suggestions. A Story Consultation is all about the story, character, or series arc.
My passion is teaching and my current focus is on developing transformational at-home courses for romance writers of every experience level (for example). So unless you're already one of my authors, I can't offer editing services beyond a Story (or Career) Consult. But we can schedule as many Consults as you need for your story or series. If you're looking for freelance editing services, grab my free Master Guide: Build Your Editing Dream Team (click).
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