Testimonials

A selection of editorial testimonials

I hired Sue Shade to edit my second novel, The Death Certificate, without hesitation. She had previously edited my first novel, which has sold many thousands of copies. I was anxious to maintain that standard. Once again, I found Sue to be very diligent and competent. She is a good communicator, helpful on the telephone and quick to respond to emails. She made some excellent suggestions regarding the structure. Through her efforts, the quality of the finished book was greatly improved. Published at the end of 2019, The Death Certificate has been well received and favourably compared to my first novel. I am delighted with this outcome and early indications are that it will be another successful novel.

—Stephen Molyneux, The Death Certificate

Rupert's Diary would still be stuck in a drawer upstairs if it were not for Sue's excellent editing and publishing skills. She particularly helped develop Rupert's Diary with a thorough structural edit, resulting in additional depth given to characters and a new storyline being added to this feline tale. Sue helped me every step of the way in a very polite and professional manner, allowing me to make final decisions, based on her knowledgeable, yet gentle advice. So many emails pinging back and forth! I am sure I am not the first, nor the last budding author to be highly indebted to her, so thank you very much Sue. Rupert and I are very pleased to have found you.

—Marilyn Saunders, Rupert's Diary

The editing work that Sue Shade has carried out on my novel is nothing short of spectacular. With an incredible attention to detail throughout the whole editing process, her kind words and professional guidance have enabled me to turn my amateur efforts into a manuscript worthy of publishing. You have truly gone above and beyond. Thank you, Sue.

—David Mason, The Buzzer

When my traditional publisher turned down my novel (number twenty-three), I asked Sue if she would be willing to put it on Kindle and in book form. As it was a sequel to Hopes and Dreams she had to read that one before tackling the follow-up. It took time to get it right and she did a wonderful job. The book More Hopes and Dreams is lovely. So thank you Sue!

—Dee Williams, More Hopes and Dreams

After having moderate success as a screenwriter, having sold and optioned multiple scripts and won/placed in some of the biggest screenwriting competitions, I decided to try my hand at short stories, which eventually gave me the hunger for more, and so I worked on my first novel. Sue carried out a sample edit on the first chapter and I could see just from editing a few pages that her service was the one for me – she not only fixed errors, but also explained why, so I, the writer, could learn as we went. Sue doesn't just edit the writing and send you the bill; she really helps the writer grow. My prose has already improved leaps and bounds, and I am a more confident writer for it. I am looking forward to working with Sue again on my second novel, and anticipate using her services for many years to come (or as long as she'll have me!).

—Oliver Williams, On the Other Side