Shelby J’s Comments (group member since Jun 28, 2022)

Shelby J’s comments from the Beta Reader Group group.

Hi everyone,

I'm Shelby, an editor at Desert Sage Editing. I am currently offering 10% off any of my editing services. This offer is valued through 9/22. I offer the following services:

Manuscript Evaluation: Not sure if your WIP will hold up to a full length novel? Let's chat!

Developmental Edit: Have a completed manuscript? Let me take a look for plot holes, pacing, character development, world building, and more!

Line Editing: Has your manuscript gone through several beta readers and a developmental read? I'll go sentence-by-sentence through your novel to make sure everything is consistent and coherent. No more characters switching eye color 20 pages in!

Formatting: Really proud of your novel (yes, even your fanfic) and want it formatted to look like a proper book? I can format your manuscript using the font/layout of your choice.

Check out my website for more info: www.desertsageediting.com for more information on my services and credentials. If you'd like to work with me, you can reach out to me here or via my site.

I look forward to working with you!

Hi everyone,

I'm Shelby, an editor at Desert Sage Editing. I am currently offering 10% off any of my editing services. This offer is valued through 9/22. I offer the following services:

Manuscript Evaluation: Not sure if your WIP will hold up to a full length novel? Let's chat!

Developmental Edit: Have a completed manuscript? Let me take a look for plot holes, pacing, character development, world building, and more!

Line Editing: Has your manuscript gone through several beta readers and a developmental read? I'll go sentence-by-sentence through your novel to make sure everything is consistent and coherent. No more characters switching eye color 20 pages in!

Formatting: Really proud of your novel (yes, even your fanfic) and want it formatted to look like a proper book? I can format your manuscript using the font/layout of your choice.

Check out my website for more info: www.desertsageediting.com for more information on my services and credentials. If you'd like to work with me, you can reach out to me here or via my site.

I look forward to working with you!

Hi all,

My name is Shelby and I have seven years of experience in editing. During my last big project, I helped a university professor edit his book for publication with Bloomsbury Academic.

I just launched my editing business and to celebrate, I am offering 10% OFF any editing/typesetting service to the FIRST FIVE AUTHORS WHO CONTACT ME. This discount cannot be combined with the editing bundles on my site.

I currently offer the following editing services:

Manuscript Evaluation
Developmental Editing (my favorite!)
Line Editing
Proofreading

If you're far enough along in the revision process that you're starting to work on query letters, I help with that too.

Have a story you're really proud of or a favorite fanfic? I also typeset!

DM me, follow me on Instagram @desertsageediting, and check out my website www.desertsageediting.com for pricing and more info.

I look forward to working with you!
Shelby

Hi all,

My name is Shelby and I have seven years of experience in editing. During my last big project, I helped a university professor edit his book for publication with Bloomsbury Academic.
My favorite part of the editing process is collaborating with an author to make their story the best it can be.
I currently offer the following editing services:

Manuscript Evaluation
Developmental Editing (my favorite!)
Line Editing
Proofreading

If you're far enough along in the revision process that you're starting to work on query letters, I help with that too.

Have a story you're really proud of or a favorite fanfic? I also typeset!

DM me, follow me on Instagram @desertsageediting, and check out my website www.desertsageediting.com for pricing and more info.

I look forward to working with you!
Shelby

Hi Christa, I sent you an email. You can DM me or respond at desertsageediting@gmail.com
~Shelby

Tammy wrote: "Hi Shelby, I am interested in an exchange. My manuscript is not complete. I would want feedback on if I am going in the right direction. Please let me know if that works."

Hi Tammy!

Would you DM me more details? What is your novel about?

Looking forward to hearing from you!

Erin wrote: "Hi Shelby, I would love to have you read my completed mainstream women's fiction novel (104K words) in exchange for a detailed review of your services.
The Beauty of Imperfect Things is a multigen..."

Hi Erin,

What a beautiful title! DM me to discuss specifics?

Cheers,
Shelby

Marlene wrote: "This sounds great! I'd be willing to exchange!"

Marlene,
Fantastic! Can you DM me or turn on your messaging ability so we can chat?

Hello!

My name is Shelby I'm an English literature graduate student with experience in editing and publishing. I most recently worked on a book slated for publishing with Bloomsbury Academic. I have taken developmental and line editing classes as well as MFA writing classes. If there's one thing I'm passionate about, it's helping writers build fantastic fictional worlds! (That, and cookies I love cookies.)

This is where you come in! I am hoping to build an editing business, but I need client testimonials first. In exchange for my free beta reading service, I am requesting a review of my work in exchange.

Here's a sample review from my last client:
"Shelby built up my confidence! Not only did she critique the novel, but she also left heartfelt and comedic comments on spots she likes or made her feel a certain way. It really helped me feel like what I wrote was worthwhile and real. Shelby spotted things that other editors hadn't, which is a huge relief on my part! It just goes to show how much she really
pays attention to your work."

If you have a Nanwrimo project you want to take to the next level, characters and plot that aren't moving the way you want them to, or you just want someone to read your novel and tell you what works and what needs revision, please reach out.

I am open to most genres barring erotica, but here are some of my favorites:

Fantasy
YA
Mystery
Historical Fiction
Memoir

I am willing to take THREE authors on at this time. If you'd like more information, please message me!

Hi Giliane! I just sent you a DM.

Hi Megan! I just saw your response. Do you still need your chapter read?

Hi Gilanne,

What a great premise! I'd love to take a look at your novella. I'm a graduate student focusing on 19th century crime/detective fiction, so I'd be a great resource to check for historical accuracy if that's something you'd be interested in.

Interested! I'm an English literature grad student with two years of experience in editing.

Interested! I'm a graduate student in English lit with 2 years of editing experience. I'm currently enrolled in a developmental editing certification course and would love to help you out in exchange for a testimonial.