A person with brown hair and glasses holding up a book in front of their face. The book is The Glass Sword by Kim Alexander.
Let’s do an indie author appreciation posts and who better to start with than Kim Alexander. As one of my oldest clients, Kim is always amazing to work with. We can read each other’s minds and know exactly how we want to move forward with edits.
#IndieBooks #AuthorServices #Editor #Bookish
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Testimonial from Laura Catherine, author of Enemies to Booksellers 🎉
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#CampRevPit doesn't just happen—it's powered by an incredible team! Behind the scenes, a stellar group of #RevPit alums and runner-ups is keeping the campfires burning and the energy high. Say hi to the wonderful crew! ⬇️
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Solid black background. On the top of the graphics, there are blue and orange flowers. The main text says, “Even if you want to leave things open-ended or land on a cliffhanger, there should still be something conclusive for the book – whether that’s a complete arc, or a resolution of the initial conflict.” The company logo is on the bottom left corner, it's a lightbulb standing on top of an open book.
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How to make a satisfying ending
Even if you want to leave things open-ended or land on a cliffhanger, there should still be something conclusive for the book – whether that’s a complete arc, or a resolution of the initial conflict.
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Oh same! It's a great movie
You mean lil ol innocent me??? 🥺 #RevPit
Haha yuuuuup
The image has a solid dark jade color background. In the bottom left corner, the company symbol is there which is an open book with a lightbulb in the center. The main text says, “Editing Familiars: The three aspects of our editorial approach.” There are three items in the middle; a golden raven, a black cat, and a jade dragon. Underneath each character, there is some text that reads, “The Raven: Knowledge and creativity, The Cat: Supportive and long-lasting partnerships, The Dragon: Protection of your voice and vision.”
Every author should have a compassionate and insightful editorial team as part of their crew. From developmental editing to copyediting, we work with both indie and traditional authors to help forge their story.
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This! 👇
You can find us all through the @reviseresub.bsky.social website: reviseresub.com/editors
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#CampRevPit: SIGN UP!
Hello, campers! Claim your cabin spot and select the activities you'd like to join using the form below!
The registration will remain open April 14 to April 16.
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Heads up #RevPit, I've sent out all my emails to my #10queries people! So check your spam!
And just a reminder: 10Queries are randomly determined by each editor based on their own metrics. It's not good or bad that you were chosen for them! It's just some extra feedback.
Reminder: Anyone can use the a hashtag.
If you're not sure if someone is a #RevPit editor, you can check our website www.reviseresub.com/editors or contact a board member, listed here www.reviseresub.com#:~:text=Revi...
This! Also there is no "shortlist" really. Just ones that some editors were still considering. The only official stuff is the winner/runner-up.
Take all the kudos you want from being seriously considered, but don't put too much weight on it! #RevPit
I want to clarify that #RevPit #10Queries is not the same as the top 10. Editors pick subs for 10Queries based on feedback that can benefit any writer. There may be overlap with top picks, but it's necessarily not a direct correlation. Several of my shortlist were not in my 10Queries and vice versa.
I'm so excited to get started! I'll be emailing you shortly!
Gah I love this piece so much! The romance sparks and the world is so immersive! I can't wait to see what this one becomes! @maggiekantor.com #RevPit
Now, let's take a look at our runners-up!
This year, our runners-up will receive a one-on-one coaching session with Jessica Conoley of The CE Coaches @thececoaches.bsky.social
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I can't wait to work on this piece with @corrineonawhim.bsky.social! The setting and DRAMA are incredibly engrossing. I just love rich boys being stupid and summoning demons. (P.S. it's very much not a romance, little typo there!) #RevPit
Congratulations to all the winners & runners-up!
If you weren't pick please remember: none of this is a condemnation of your work. There were SO many amazing pieces. It often comes down to a gut call. Your words are still wonderful. Plus, the community is the most valuable thing here anyway #RevPit
WELCOME TO PREVIEW WEEK!
While we're waiting for our winners, let's go over what you need for camp.
1st- What is #CampRevPit?
#CampRevPit came out of the 2020 Annual Contest when mental health was suffering and was an idea for how to help writers cope with rejection after winners were announced.
Nope! That's different
It's really true! People are getting so much better at it and it makes me so happy
Solid dark green background. Turquoise texts on the top that says, “Testimonials.” On the bottom right corner, the company name, “Book Light Editorial” is there in green font next to a dark jade colored flower. On the left side of the graphic, there is a golden raven sitting on a branch that is covered in flowers. The main text reads, “When I first approached Carly, I wasn’t sure my manuscript would ever be published. But with her gentle manner and supportive feedback, she helped me organize and re-write my story. She’s phenomenal at suggesting solutions, not just pointing out problems. With Carly, you know she is immediately on your team and your biggest cheerleader. After working with her on two books, I honestly felt like she knew my characters as well as I did. Carly is professional, positive and kind.” -Deana Birch, author of Faster and Slower”
Testimonial from Deana Birch, author of Faster and Slower! 🎉
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Usually under Sci-fi!
And that's it! Honestly, I'm very impressed with all of you. Keep up the good work. No matter if you win or don't, this community is the best part of #RevPit.
Make friends, find CPs, talk about books, learn all you can. That's how you get the most out of this.
You got this!
P20: There's a bit of a tonal imbalance. The stakes of the moment are quite serious but the MC's interiority is unintentionally laissez faire. We need to balance the wry humor better with the emotionally charged moment. #RevPit #10Queries
Q20: A SF Focus more on the characters and the conflict and less on the comps. Comps are important, don't get me wrong, but the query is about your story, so don't lose that focus. Give us more clarity on why we want to read the book for the book's sake. #RevPit #10Queries
