SALLY ORSON-JONES
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I have happily worked with Sally O-J a few times now and have always been impressed with her care, her attention and her sympathetic approach to authors and their texts. She has immeasurably improved them in every case. She’s very good!
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IF THIS IS YOU…
Published authors, agents, publishers or authors coming via agents, please contact me directly to talk about the best way we can work together.
I’VE WORKED WITH EXPERIENCED AUTHORS
Since 1998, I’ve worked as a book doctor for a wide range of authors, with experience ranging from absolute beginners to an established TV scriptwriter and a Booker Prize shortlisted novelist
AND I LOVE NEW AUTHORS
As well as giving detailed feedback and advice on manuscripts, I also work as a writers’ mentor for new authors, and especially love the process of brainstorming and developing works in progress. I can also advise you on the best way to approach an agent.
I WORK ACROSS MANY GENRES
I’m comfortable working in genres as diverse as literary fiction, biography, historical fiction, fantasy, romance, crime and mystery, as well as non-fiction. I also understand how to convert fan-fiction into a novel, and can help you get it right.
IN THE PAST…
Previously, I was a journalist and editor in the music business, and have written and edited scripts for broadcast, entertainment news, album sleeve notes, and features.