Need a professional, low-cost, experienced book editor? You’ve come to the right place!
I’ve had a number of interesting jobs throughout my life. I have always loved reading. A few years ago, through the Internet, I met several wonderful authors. I helped a few of them out, and that started me in my new editing career. I’ve edited short stories, novellas, full-length manuscripts, book synopses, and have done final line edits on books. I work independently as well as for publishing companies. I’m an active member of an organization called the Paranormal Romance Guild where at least half of the members are authors (many are Indie/self-published). I am also the PRG’s Information Officer.
I’ve gotten inside information about all of the work (and joy) that is involved in being an author. I’ve found out that most new authors cannot afford the high cost of editing services, so I decided to put my excellent proofreading, copy-editing and English skills to work and help bridge that gap for them with much more reasonably priced editing services and payment methods. I’ve been a mega-reader since middle school and a supporter of authors.
I do not read/edit all genres of books. Right now, these are the types of books that I would take under consideration for editing:
Young children’s books; Middle grade; Teen books;
Superhero fantasy; Sci-fi; Action/Adventure; some Non-fiction; Business; Educational; Websites; Articles.
Romances: paranormal, contemporary, romantic suspense, erotic romance {romantica}, urban fantasy, young adult, new adult.
Feel free to contact me about YOUR book, even if it’s not in the genres listed above – I would be happy to consider it.
I can also edit a blurb/synopsis, query letter, or blog for you.
Lea Ellen {night owl in IL}
NOTE – I am not a beta reader.
Remember, every error is annoying for your reader and disrupts their reading rhythm. By eliminating any sticky grammar spots, you will have a better chance of getting your message across to your reader and not ending up in the junk pile.
Why be concerned with punctuation?
An English professor wrote this phrase on a blackboard:
“A woman without her man is nothing” and asked his students to punctuate it correctly.
All of the males in the class wrote: “A woman, without her man, is nothing.”
All of the females in the class wrote: “A woman: without her, man is nothing.”
Borrowed from multiple sources.
Ah, the power of punctuation.
16 responses to “Hello Authors!”
T. Lynne Tolles
December 20th, 2010 at 11:15
Great Idea – Site looks great!
Miss Leanore
April 21st, 2011 at 23:35
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I highly recommend Lea Ellen Borg for the editing of books. She has made mine shine.
Leanore Elliott Author of :
Soul Sacrifice, Soul Betrayal, Soul Redemption, Beasts Of Forever, Beasts Of Desire, Beasts Of Vengeance, Nowhere Arizona, Gateway to the Sun , four Novellas and two shorts.
nightowlinil
April 21st, 2011 at 23:42
Awe, thanks so much, Leanore!
You’re a doll. Love ya!
Lea Ellen
Clarrissa
May 1st, 2011 at 14:53
Oh Oh Oh I second the recommendation. Author of Memoirs of The Nightwolves Series and celeste Nites series!!!
Clarrissa Lee Moon
nightowlinil
May 1st, 2011 at 16:42
Thanks, Clarrissa!
You’re a sweetie!
Lea Ellen
Clarrissa
April 22nd, 2011 at 00:22
Awesome Lea Ellen!!!!! I love it!!! If you need anything let me know! hugs!
Loves To Dive
April 22nd, 2011 at 08:00
Lea Ellen – our information goddess, site looks great.
Laurie
April 22nd, 2011 at 08:37
Hi Lea Ellen –Looking Good!!! Love your new digs. And wishing you the very best in your endeavors. Frankie says Hi too!! He’s here beside me, now.
grammy
May 1st, 2011 at 07:07
Hi Lea Ellen,
Just to think, my suggestions in the ‘right ears’ to contact you and use your talents have possible started this…I am so happy it is happened. Best of everything…and love the site
nightowlinil
May 1st, 2011 at 12:46
Thank you, Grammy! You’re the greatest!
Beth Price
May 19th, 2011 at 19:04
I love this! It has a clean look and your natural friendliness shines in what you have written. Good luck!!!!
nightowlinil
May 19th, 2011 at 19:58
Thank you so much, Beth!
Lea Ellen
Laurie
June 13th, 2011 at 17:10
Hi Lea Ellen – even more changes since I was last here. LOVE it!! I will definitely recommend your new company when asked and I wish you all the very best, Also, thanks for visiting T’s interview.
Laurie
nightowlinil
June 13th, 2011 at 18:28
Hi Laurie,
Thanks so much! And thanks for stopping by. I also want to add another page to put the covers of the books with the authors names that I’ve edited for (I just haven’t had time to do it yet).
Your blog site is great, too!
Lea Ellen
Lisa Glenn
February 8th, 2014 at 09:27
I NEED A QUOTE FOR A 46000 WORD MANUSCRIPT FOR MAINSTREAM ROMANCE
nightowlinil
February 9th, 2014 at 00:04
Hi Lisa Glenn – I’ve sent you an email in reply. (Check your spam/junk folder.) Thank you.