Literary Nurse NEW Department

Screenwriters have professional readers: for $60 - $170 they can get their script read and the readers PROVIDE COVERAGE. This coverage IS HUGE to agents, producers and directors and the like. Well, LN has adding a department called THE ONCE OVER: $75 for three chapters (about 6k words) we tell you the same thing: we basically tell the writer "hey, looking good." or "Dude, what are you thinking" in a really nice way and WE COACH through that process.

Once Over: $75: three chapters - evaluation and suggestions

Editing Service

I have been editing for several years and have written novels, non-fiction, fiction, short stories, press releases, and articles.

Details are essential to any writer, and that's where I excel. As your editor, I understand the passion and commitment you maintain in your work, and having my experience work for you ensures that your enthusiasm will be upheld throughout the writing/editing process.

But, why hire an editor?

Grammar, punctuation, and spelling errors take readers out of the reading experience by drawing attention to the errors rather than the message. Editors find and fix those errors.

Errors can make the writer appear uneducated and unprofessional. If a business is careless about what it publishes, readers may wonder if it's as careless with the products or services provided.

Error correction is just one level of editing. Sentences, paragraphs, and pages need to work together. People with good English grammar don't necessarily have the skills or training to organize and present content well. If key points are missing, buried, or unclear, readers may not keep reading.

To discuss your editing needs and to negotiate fees, please contact me.

Writing Service
Need a Writer-For-Hire?

Which writer for hire is the right writer for hire? Of the literally thousands of freelance copywriters out there, how can you choose? Simple. The right freelance writer is the writer that will treat your project as his or her own, will not stop until you are satisfied, and will not require payment unless you use their work. As a freelance writer, I do all these things -- and more.

I enjoy working with people and I love to write. The combination gives me an edge in the freelance writing industry. I'm outgoing enough to ask all the right questions and lucky enough that I never get bored doing my job. I believe any piece of writing is worthy of perfection, be it a three-hundred page non-fiction handbook, a epic manuscript, or query letter.

I have always gone the extra mile for my clients. You will find that I am meticulous, that my work is original, and that I will consistently produce above and beyond expectations.

To discuss your Writer-For-Hire needs and to negotiate fees, please contact me.

Teaching Service

I teach regular classes at the Learning Exchange, Sacramento, CA: Tel 916-929-9200

HOW TO STOP THINKING YOU CAN WRITE & WRITE!

This is the ultimate beginner’s class for the fun and joy of learning to write. If you’ve always had a “story to tell”, this workshop helps you discover: How - Where - Do I have a Story? - Where can I get a story idea? Class also includes the basics of writing, some light grammar refreshers and a one-on-one consultation after the class.

GRAMMER REVIEW WORKSHOP:

Do you know more grammar than a fifth grader? Why not join this fun course to get a grammar refresher, improve your business and email writing and have fun at the same time? Even the best writers admit they can't always remember the difference between 'that' and 'which,' or how to properly use semi-colons or apostrophes. If you are one of those people who struggle with grammar in business, scholastic or personal writing, attend this workshop to brush up on key grammar, punctuation and usage concepts. Take a short assessment quiz to determine your strengths and weaknesses and then learn some quick fixes to pressing problems.

CAREERS IN EDITING & PROOFREADING:

Are typing and grammatical errors like neon signs to you? Does awkward prose scream to you to be corrected? Instead of annoying your friends, consider using your skills in an editing or proofreading career. Learn about the jobs of copyeditors, production, acquiring and development in publishing or corporate communications - and who hires them. Explore marketing and rates for your own proofreading, editing or research company. Also discussed is information on getting started, how to approach decision makers in the industry, reference library tips and plenty of resources.

SCREENWRITNG: Your Hollywood Connection COMING 2008

Learn "how to" write the script: including correct format, present your solid story 'arc', how to get to know your own material, how to write the one sheet, how to pitch professionally and who to pitch, and so much more. This class will present a step-by-step protocol you can apply to your script. How to pitch, what to pitch, where to go, who reads, what they look for and so much more:
PRACTICAL: How to get the movie in your head on to the page
TECHNICAL: What the script must look like - the FORMAT protocols
TACTICAL: THE BUSINESS of scripts, pitchfests and agents, etc

Want one-one-one coaching?
In person, via phone or email?
Then please contact me for more info :)

Group Teaching

You also can get a group of four writer's together and hire me: $100 will get you 2.5 hours--I TEACH my Learning Exchange writing class for beginners: then 30 minutes at the end for questions. Don't let the word 'beginners' distract you: it's a superb class and ALL OF MY WRITERS leave the class at least 50% better writers than most who are degreed in said writing.

Coach for Hire: $100: 2.5 hours of training + 30 minute q/a