SARA STARBUCK
WRITER & BOOK EDITOR
Services for Publishers and Agents
‘Talented, reliable, responsive and extremely knowledgeable about all aspects of the publishing industry, I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her services.’
Felicity Johnston, Commissioning Editor, Orion Children’s Books.
I offer a range of editorial and writing services which I can tailor to your needs. If you would like to discuss a project with me, please get in touch via the Contact Me page or my agent, Sarah Such of Sarah Such Literary Agency.
Editing
Children’s and adult fiction
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Structural editing – this includes a structural critique and mark-up where required.
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Brainstorm Sessions for creative blocks and tired manuscripts.
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I also edit and review manuscripts for agents, tailoring my service to your requirements.
Proofreading
Children’s and adult fiction
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Intelligent, unintrusive proofreading.
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Fast turnarounds for urgent titles (depending on availability)
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Ebook proofreading
Writing
For children of all ages
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I write to brief and I can also work with you to develop a concept.
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I am happy to audition by writing a sample/chapter breakdown
Concept Development
Series concept development – 5+ upwards.
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Initial concept creation, series arc, storylines and character development.
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Series project management/editing
Other Services
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Book Submissions Reader
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Book reviewing and critiquing
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Series Consultancy