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If you’d like to be notified if any editing slots become available, just type “waitlist” in the project description box below and I’ll let you know.
Let’s start with a sample edit or a chat about your goals.
If you write fantasy, mythology, historical or speculative fiction, I’d love to hear more about your work.
Are you chasing down those final elusive typos or looking for a thorough interrogation of plot and point of view? Tell me about your editing goals. Not sure what you need? See my services or ask in your message. I’ll get back to you within 2 to 3 working days.
Need an urgent edit? I believe in quality over haste, so I might not be the editor you need for rushed jobs.
Your privacy is a priority and I’ll only use your email address to reply to your message or add you to my waitlist is specifically requested. Contacting me will not sign you up to my blog mailing list. Privacy policy.
Sample edits of up to 1,000 words are US$50.
If you decide to book a service, a non-refundable booking fee of US$115 secures your slot in my schedule and is deducted from your final invoice. For the specifics, see my terms and conditions.
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“Got the characters and the story so well, and my take on the genre”
Absolutely brilliant. Very hard working, detail oriented, and punctual. Joanne keeps you updated on everything and understood my book so well. It was so easy to work with her, and she surpassed my expectations. An absolute delight to work with and very willing to learn about your project and understand your objectives.
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Mythology author
Joanne got the characters and the story so well, and my take on the genre – all things that make a real difference. I am so pleased with the quality of the report and the level of detail. It is truly precious! Joanne, I loved working with you, and really hope we can work together on the next one too! 🙂
Lara Byrne
Award-winning historical fiction author
I really value Joanne’s contribution to my book. Her outside perspective helped me to pull out the real threads of my story and flesh them out, steering me in the most compelling direction for my readers. She made suggestions that I hadn’t thought of, and asked thoughtful questions that made me think about my story in new ways, so I could get to the heart of what I was trying to say. I would recommend her to anyone who requires a thoughtful editor to give honest and considered feedback.
Frances
Fiction & memoir author
Prefer email? You can reach me at joanne@ajatarbooks.com to say hi or request an informal (and non-salesy) call.
My time zone is Sri Lanka Standard Time (UTC+05:30) and I’ll aim to get back to you within 2 to 3 working days.
Joanne Taylor • Ajatar Editing 