Spit 'n' Polish Editing
Making Your Manuscript Sparkle

 

Endorsements

Endorsements from Authors Who Have Used Spit ‘n’ Polish Editing  

 

"I hired Ellen to review my fourth book in a very difficult series. I asked her to read the first three books and make sure I hadn't made any errors in consistency in Book 4. She far exceeded my expectations. She read the first three books in just a few days, and reviewed my 108,000 word manuscript in a three-day period. Her comments were AMAZING and insightful, and she caught some major problems on my timeline and reminded me of some series threads that I needed to tie up. If you'd like to have someone professional read and critique your work before you send it to your publisher, I HIGHLY recommend Ellen. Her fee was extremely reasonable and she was awesome to work with. I'm going to use her again and again!"

Terri Blackstock, Author of the Restoration Series

www.terriblackstock.com

 

 “Ellen Tarver with Spit ‘n’ Polish Editing is my secret weapon.  I first found her when I wrote my Christy Award finalist, In Sheep’s Clothing.  Her eye for detail and ability to find dropped threads, character inconsistencies, confusing plot twists, and story stalls is top notch.  With dedication to my story, thoughtfulness, and creativity, she helps me work out the kinks in a manuscript. She also checks for grammar and proofing errors to allow me to give my best possible work to my editors.  Best of all, I know I have another set of eyes to help me groom the story before it hits my editor’s desk.  Recently I received notes back from an editor who said that the manuscript I sent her was the cleanest she’s ever received from me.  I agreed -- because I know that once Ellen edits a book, it’s polished." 

Susan May Warren
Award-winning multi-published author of...soul-stirring fiction
www.susanmaywarren.com

   

"I sent Ellen Tarver a polished, well-critiqued manuscript. When I got her edit, I couldn’t believe how many things I’d missed. After I input her edit, I was completely satisfied with the manuscript I turned in to my editor. This was book number eleven, but I can’t remember ever feeling that way before. Besides the mundane—such as eyes switching from one color to another—Ellen made catches that improved the quality of the story and suggestions that added depth to my plot. She took time to know my characters and understand their motivations. What more could anyone ask for in a freelance editor? I can’t imagine writing a book now without using Ellen’s services before I turn it in."

 

Christine Lynxwiler

Winner of the 2007 ACFW Book of the Year award 
in the Contemporary Novella category.

www.christinelynxwiler.com  

 

          "Ellen is a professional. Her critique and insight into my manuscript was extremely helpful and encouraging. Above all, she works with amazing speed and accuracy. I highly recommend her services – even for the most experienced author."

Rachel Hauck, author, Diva NashVegas
www.rachelhauck.com

  

"I'll never write another book without Ellen's watchful eye. She sees things that no one else finds. Professional, friendly, just the right touch of generosity and firmness. I feel like I struck gold with this amazing find! My book absolutely went up in quality after incorporating her suggestions and I felt so much more confident turning in my latest manuscript to my editor than I've felt in several books."

 

Tracey Bateman, author

www.traceybateman.com          

 

 

          "When I first learned of Ellen's services and her pricing through my Christian writer's group, I thought she sounded too good to be true, but as I needed another pair of eyes for a book that wasn't coming together as it should, I decided to give her a try. And she turned out to be every bit as 'true' as I had heard. Ellen is professional, thorough, insightful, and--boy!--is she fast. Highly recommended!

 

Tamara Leigh, author of Splitting Harriet and Faking Grace

www.tamaraleigh.com