Book Editing & Coaching

Sharing your writing can be a very vulnerable experience - especially in the early stages.

No matter where you’re at in your process, or what you’re writing, I bring the insightful eye and critical analysis your writing deserves, along with the compassion and flexibility you need to feel safe and supported.

  • "Marilee took the time to talk through my big, convoluted, passionate ideas to create a structured outline. With her incredible writing prowess she offered strong, gorgeously poetic edits that embodied my vision. As a writing partner Marilee is who you want on your team."

  • “I’m amazed at how you’re literally bringing my story to life and taking me back to my years growing up. It's as if you lived those days, it's so real!”

    - Ghostwriting Client (memoir)

  • "Whether you are a new or experienced author, you need Marilee on your team to propel your book far beyond your wildest dreams!”

    - Katie Biron, author of The Love Tree - www.KatieBiron.com

  • “As a copyeditor, Marilee was a collaborator in every way. Yes, she considered the line edits that clarified the intentions of each story in my collection. But she also weighed in on the guiding purpose of the whole book, bringing focus to a number of stories that required a more holistic revision and in that way helped to assert the vision of the book. It was her effort that helped bring the best version of the manuscript to market.”

    -Juan Carlos Reyes

    2018 Jack Straw Writing Fellow & author of forthcoming Three Alarm Fire from Hinton Publishing

Editing & Coaching Services

  • I’m here to help you build structure, create flow, refine your plot and find your perfect ending. Whether you’ve got the spark of an idea or a nearly completed manuscript, I can help you create the shape your story needs.

    Coaching may involve some direct editing/revising but is primarily intended to support your process of building structure for your work.

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  • Sometimes you have a story that needs to be shared but you don’t have the time or ability to do it yourself. That’s where I come in.

    We’ll work closely to ensure I fully understand your narrative, goals and style then I will make your story a reality. Of course, you retain creative control, offering input and edits throughout the process, and making final decisions.

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  • So you finally got the words down on paper. And now you need to know if what you’ve written is any good. That’s where I come in!

    With a refined eye for structure, plot, and character development as well as a passion for clarity, I have the skills you need to take your writing to the next level. And most important of all, I bring a flexibility and person-centered approach that allows us to work in the way that’s best for you.

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Contact me for more information on my rates and to explore how we can work together

Current & Past Clients