Amanda C

Freelance Editor

Editing Tales • Freelance

Jan 2024 - Present • 2 yrs 4 mos

I am self-employed offering a multitude of services ranging from query submission edits to partial and full developmental edits for manuscripts, copy editing, and more. I have helped over 200 authors go from receiving zero requests to receiving partial/full manuscript requests, offers of representation, and book deals (indie, self-pub, and eventually trad-pub alongside their agent. I have scheduled and spoken with multiple clients by Google Meet to help brainstorm ideas for their stories and get to the root of what is and is not working for their stories. I read, evaluate, and provide both in-line comments, edits, suggestions, and feedback. I also deliver an in-depth edit letter for all of my clients. I also have my own blog where I provide writers with publishing advice ranging from query letter help, synopsis overviews, writing tips, and more. I run my own social media through Twitter/X, Instagram, and TikTok which has gained me over 100 clients from cold posting. On Twitter I have 4,100 followers, on TikTok I have about 500, and on Instagram about 200. I post editing tips, trends, and all things regarding writing which has helped to grow my platform daily. I run my own editing website which I created through WordPress.

Author

Gallt & Zacker • Autônomo

Oct 2020 - Present • 5 yrs 7 mos

- Drafting stories within the KidLit and new adult age range within a variety of genres. - Work alongside my literary agent undergoing multiple rounds of revisions for each book. - Connect with other authors within my field, building relationships and mutual support for each milestone. - Connect with acquiring book editors when the situation arises and really hone my writing craft further. - Get a better understanding of the traditional publishing space and market to plan for my next books. - I am currently working with two big five publishers on 2 separate projects within the KidLit space. - I have been previously agented prior to signing with Gallt & Zacker.

Junior Literary Agent

Belcastro Literary Agency • Freelance

Apr 2024 - Oct 2025 • 1 yr 6 mos

Evaluate query letters and manuscripts for consideration of representation. Review contracts with book publishers within the traditional publishing space. Prepare edit letters alongside developmental edits to client manuscripts. Weekly meetings with my mentor as well as meetings with publishing house editors. Maintain and advocate for my list of clients/authors. Establish and build relationships with editors and publishing houses as well as other literary agents within the field. Manage social media and promotions for myself and my clients. Cold email acquiring editors to schedule meetings to connect over potential projects.