Editorial Freelancers Association
Member Profile
Leslie Karen Lutz
Elliott Bay Editing
I offer editing services in genre and literary fiction. I give the same kind of criticism that I like receiving: constructive and honest.
As a developmental editor in genre fiction, I specialize in detective/crime/thriller, young adult speculative, horror, soft sci-fi, fantasy, and romance (sweet or spicy). I keep up with the trends and read extensively in those areas, so I feel confident offering you advice on your overall story arc. I’d be happy to refer you to some of my editor friends if you’re looking for developmental help with memoir, hard sci-fi, or contemporary young adult. As much as I enjoy those genres, I can only read so much.
For line editing and copyediting, I can take on any fiction, so feel free to send me whatever you’ve got. I don’t proofread, but I can refer you to someone whose services are reasonably priced.
Bio: I’m a published poet and fiction writer with an MA in English, and I started my freelance editing career in 2010. I earned my Certificate in Editing from the University of Washington in 2013. As secretary of the DFW Writers Workshop, I spend every Wednesday night in read and critique sessions where I get to listen to stories built from the ground up, scene by scene. I’m also the founder of the North Texas Chapter of the Editorial Freelancers Association.
My Philosophy: A good piece of fiction creates an illusion for the reader, and it’s the writer’s job to make sure that illusion is complete and convincing. Although having a grand vision for a novel or short story is important, nothing can take the place of good craftsmanship. Setting, narrative pace, and syntax control have as much of an impact on the reader as the twists and turns of the plot. Above all of these elements stands good characterization. No matter how exciting the story, without believable, interesting characters, the manuscript is lost.
My Focus: When I’m performing a developmental edit or a line edit, I focus on scene development. I find many clients don’t know when to enter a scene or when to leave it, while others have trouble making the scene “turn.” Understanding how to control your action beats and tension is key.
Fort Worth, TX
US
http://elliottbayediting.wordpress.com/
Years in the field: 16
Years freelancing: 7
Leslie Lutz
I offer editing services in genre and literary fiction. I give the same kind of criticism that I like receiving: constructive and honest.
As a developmental editor in genre fiction, I specialize in detective/crime/thriller, young adult speculative, horror, soft sci-fi, fantasy, and romance (sweet or spicy). I keep up with the trends and read extensively in those areas, so I feel confident offering you advice on your overall story arc. I’d be happy to refer you to some of my editor friends if you’re looking for developmental help with memoir, hard sci-fi, or contemporary young adult. As much as I enjoy those genres, I can only read so much.
For line editing and copyediting, I can take on any fiction, so feel free to send me whatever you’ve got. I don’t proofread, but I can refer you to someone whose services are reasonably priced.
Bio: I’m a published poet and fiction writer with an MA in English, and I started my freelance editing career in 2010. I earned my Certificate in Editing from the University of Washington in 2013. As secretary of the DFW Writers Workshop, I spend every Wednesday night in read and critique sessions where I get to listen to stories built from the ground up, scene by scene. I’m also the founder of the North Texas Chapter of the Editorial Freelancers Association.
My Philosophy: A good piece of fiction creates an illusion for the reader, and it’s the writer’s job to make sure that illusion is complete and convincing. Although having a grand vision for a novel or short story is important, nothing can take the place of good craftsmanship. Setting, narrative pace, and syntax control have as much of an impact on the reader as the twists and turns of the plot. Above all of these elements stands good characterization. No matter how exciting the story, without believable, interesting characters, the manuscript is lost.
My Focus: When I’m performing a developmental edit or a line edit, I focus on scene development. I find many clients don’t know when to enter a scene or when to leave it, while others have trouble making the scene “turn.” Understanding how to control your action beats and tension is key.
