take your manuscript to the next level
professional, experienced editor
Christine Van Zandt
take your manuscript to the next level
Save $100 off your book-length editing project
Offer valid on contracts signed before 1/1/2019 with 50,000+ words
Treat yourself to a professional edit—tell them it's a gift from the dog!
Questions about query letters?
Let me guide you with tips and advice
Writing an excellent book is the first step, but to get an agent to read your manuscript pages,
you must know how to engagingly and concisely craft your query letter to today's standards.
My November newsletter covered the basics needed in a query letter.
If you'd like a copy, please email me at Christine@Write-for-Success.com or WriteforSuccessEditing@gmail.com. I'm here to help.
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Some services I offer
Professional Editing
I will provide timely, thorough, thoughtful, and constructive review and critique of your manuscript, short story, article, website, or other piece of writing. My skills include all levels of editing from developmental, substantive, and line editing. I am also a copy editor and offer accurate proofreading. My editorial service is located in Los Angeles.
Query Letter Review
Receive a pro's perspective as to whether your query or cover letter hooks the reader, where it can be improved, and whether the content is relevant and pertinent
Beta Readers
My registry of screened, confidential beta and sensitivity readers give invaluable feedback; both reader and author remain anonymous