Friends of the Blade - Testimonies from Authors
S.R. Karfelt"Over the years I’ve found that everyone has their unique way of critiquing a story. Kelsey’s is one of my favorites. She gives candid gut reactions to the good and the bad, so she isn’t just pointing out only story weaknesses, but strengths. It’s necessary to know what works and how the story comes across to readers.
Using Kelsey’s feedback I’ve been able to modify scenes and characters for a much better book. As the writer I always know what I meant to say with my words, Kelsey shows me what the reader heard, and that is an absolutely vital critique." ~ S. R. Karfelt, Author of Kahtar: Warrior of the Ages, Heartless: Shieldmaiden’s Voice, Forever, and Bitch Witch. |
Katie Cross"Kelsey has helped me on several different projects; my novels and a query letter for a magazine article I wanted to submit. What I loved the best about working with her is that she went beyond my expectations. She researched the magazine I wanted to submit to, as well as their guidelines, their editor names, etc. I couldn't have been more pleased with her feedback. In regards to my novel, she didn't hold back, but wasn't ever rude or disrespectful either. Not only that, she's entertaining, quick to respond, and has proved to be very trustworthy. She will continue to be my first source for professional help." - Katie Cross, Author of Best Selling Miss Mabels School for Girls and it's companions in The Network Series, The Health and Happiness Society Series, and many more.
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Elle White"Kelsey Keating is magical. There's no other word for it; she can take a limping, bleeding story and help nurture it into something beautiful. She wields her editor's blade with precision, honesty, and humor, and brings to each edit valuable insights from her perspective not only as an editor, but also as a reader and a published author. I wouldn't trust my manuscripts to anyone else."
-Elle K White, author of Heartstone |
