Jessica! I feel you. I've written 9 books and was so fortunate to find my editor from book one. She was from Penguin (Random House) and she was so supportive.
Yes, she found editorial mistakes/confusion (lots, in fact) that she gave sound feedback on, but what I most looked forward to when I got the manuscript back was all the notes where she would have random notes here and there that said things like, "Ohhh! I love this concept." Or, "Alice! this is brilliant." Or even, "I personally am benefiting from this chapter." Those little mini comments brought so much light to the experience.
I know that my writing was not good at all, but the way in which she responded to me made the experience genuinely amazing. Happy to introduce you!
Thank you, Alice! Agree, I am grateful that I do know what a supportive editor feels like. I think that's why zero positivity or encouragement surprised me, but also mayyyyybe it's my Chiron/Aries Moon return on my 7th cusp - my experience of having not had what I want reinforces that I MUST HAVE it! And, yes, those mini comments, no matter how small, make a big difference. Encouragement always does. Plus, things like this always cement the editor-author relationship. Thank you for your offer to introduce your editor, too! hugs xx
Thanks for saying so, Patrice, and for taking a moment to reflect on my experience. If you do decide to try this out, I am sure someone else will feel good - and benefit. <3
Jessica! I feel you. I've written 9 books and was so fortunate to find my editor from book one. She was from Penguin (Random House) and she was so supportive.
Yes, she found editorial mistakes/confusion (lots, in fact) that she gave sound feedback on, but what I most looked forward to when I got the manuscript back was all the notes where she would have random notes here and there that said things like, "Ohhh! I love this concept." Or, "Alice! this is brilliant." Or even, "I personally am benefiting from this chapter." Those little mini comments brought so much light to the experience.
I know that my writing was not good at all, but the way in which she responded to me made the experience genuinely amazing. Happy to introduce you!
Thank you, Alice! Agree, I am grateful that I do know what a supportive editor feels like. I think that's why zero positivity or encouragement surprised me, but also mayyyyybe it's my Chiron/Aries Moon return on my 7th cusp - my experience of having not had what I want reinforces that I MUST HAVE it! And, yes, those mini comments, no matter how small, make a big difference. Encouragement always does. Plus, things like this always cement the editor-author relationship. Thank you for your offer to introduce your editor, too! hugs xx
I must say that though I don't consider myself harsh in my editorial comments, I could offer more praise.
Grateful for your honest account that made me reflect on my editing style.
Thanks for saying so, Patrice, and for taking a moment to reflect on my experience. If you do decide to try this out, I am sure someone else will feel good - and benefit. <3