Testimonials

Laura Caputo-Wickham, children’s author

“Gillian really knows her stuff! Her advice has been invaluable in helping me complete my novel. She doesn’t just point to the problem but she also offers great suggestions that truly lift the story. Her knowledge of the current publishing market is remarkable and throughout the whole process I felt confident that my manuscript was in very good hands.”

Lucille Abendanon, author of The Songbird and the Rambutan Tree

“Before starting the querying process, I sent my manuscript to Gillian for a full copy edit. Gillian's suggestions for how to improve my story were intuitive and I really felt like she 'got' my book. She is incredibly widely read and can call up comp titles, examples of writing styles or types of narrators which I really found useful in understanding where my book will fit in the market.

I found her proofreading skills are second to none. She caught every comma, every dash, every typo (even when I thought I'd fixed them all).

Gillian also helped me streamline my synopsis and fine tune my query letter. I can honestly say that Gillian's skills were instrumental in helping me find an agent.”

Emily Randall, author of The Witchstone Ghosts

“Gillian is possibly the best editor I’ve ever worked with. Her insight and ability to articulate what your manuscript needs is second to none and she’s incredibly insightful. She’s also read every book in the world which is invaluable in knowing where your title sits in the industry.”

Marisa Linton, professor and author, winner of the Times/Chickenhouse Children’s Fiction Competition 2023

“Gillian’s skills have done so much to transform my manuscript. She is the queen of editing, great at everything, from detailed attentive proof-reading to making wise and supportive suggestions for shape, structure, motivation. I have seen her do the same for other writers, who between them cover a huge range of projects and styles of writing. Whatever stage you are at with your own manuscript, Gillian will be able to give you focussed support, wise advice, and great technical editing.”

C. Weir, children’s writer

“Gillian truly understands what makes a children’s book tick. As well as providing excellent editorial feedback, she has a knack for characterisation, narrative drive and the plausibility of the story on a deeper level. Additionally, she really wants her clients to succeed and can give industry advice wherever needed. I can’t recommend Gillian highly enough.”

Sanam Akram, writer

“I cannot recommend Gillian’s editorial and proof-reading skills highly enough! She has an eagle eye for plot holes, lazy writing and waffling characters. Her suggestions are always well considered and focused on how to make your story better.

She also has near encyclopaedic knowledge of comparative titles and is the best read person (across genres) of anyone I know!”